If your kids came home from the Tamworth Country Music Festival buzzing with big country music dreams, they’re not alone. Each year, the Festival becomes a launchpad for young performers from across Australia, and one of the most exciting opportunities for junior artists is the Golden Gig talent search.
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Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth, Tourism
Tamworth’s 54th festival celebrates ever-increasing crowds and plans ahead
The last notes have been played at the 54th Tamworth Country Music Festival and the city is celebrating an extra successful event.
Posted inAwards, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Hands of Fame welcomes Jodi Vaughan and The Wolfe Brothers
Two very different careers, but the same lasting impact on Australian country music, were recognised on Saturday morning when the 2026 Hands of Fame inductees were honoured in Tamworth.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Tamworth Regional
Fiery plane crash kills two men; headed towards Barraba
Two men are dead after their light plane crashed and burst into flames near a regional airfield on the Gold Coast seconds after take-off, sparking an intense blaze. The plane is understood to have been heading to a small town near Tamworth.
Posted inAwards, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Country music’s quiet achiever steps into the spotlight
Tamworth Regional Council Festival and Events Manager Barry Harley has been recognised with two major accolades at the Golden Guitar Awards and a special town hall presentation, marking over 50 years of service.
Posted inAwards, Barraba, Nundle
Barraba and Nundle Australia Day honours announced
Barraba and Nundle have announced their Australia Day award winners – see who won!
Posted inAwards, Manilla
Manilla announces Australia Day Awards
Manilla has announced their Australia Day award winners – see who won!
Posted inAwards, Tamworth
Tamworth announces Australia Day awards
Tamworth has announced their Australia Day award winners – see who won!
Posted inAwards, Entertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth
Jessica Holbrok claims top busking honour at Tamworth festival
Brisbane’s Jessica Holbrok has been crowned the 2026 Toyota Best of the Buskers champion.
Posted inBoggabri, Entertainment, Gunnedah, Tamworth
Gunnedah and Boggabri star in new song released for Australia Day
Australian country artists and cousins Anthony Snape and Sam Snape have released their new single Big Love In A Small Town ahead of Anthony’s role as the Australia Day Ambassador for his hometown of Gunnedah.