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Posted inRodeo and Campdraft, Tamworth, Tourism

New ABCRA CEO steps straight into National Finals spotlight

blankby Bec Gracie3 days agoJanuary 23, 2026

One week into the role, the new Australian Bushmen’s Campdraft & Rodeo Association Chief Executive Officer Chris Webb has his boots on the ground.

Posted inEntertainment, Rodeo and Campdraft, Tamworth, Tourism

National Finals Rodeo rides into the Tamworth Country Music Festival

blankby Bec Gracie3 days agoJanuary 22, 2026

Tamworth is embracing everything country this week with the ABCRA National Finals Rodeo galloping into the city and hundreds of competitors travelling from across the country to compete.

Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth

Would you like fries with that tune? Even fast food gets into TCMF

blankby Lia Edwards4 days agoJanuary 21, 2026

As festival crowds descend on the Boulevard of Dreams, the local Hungry Jack’s restaurant has become an unofficial side stage, offering live country music alongside burgers, chips and a reliable place to find a clean ladies room.

Posted inAwards, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth

Jarrad Wrigley takes 46th Star Maker crown in Tamworth

blankby Bec Gracie5 days agoJanuary 21, 2026

Freshly crowned 2026 Toyota Star Maker winner Jarrad Wrigley  is still coming to terms with what the title means, but he has big plans for the year ahead.

Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth

Let the fun begin: 6000 fans at TCMF opening concert

blankby Bec Gracie5 days agoJanuary 20, 2026

More than 6000 music fans packed into Toyota Park to launch 10 days of live music, celebration and community.

Posted inTamworth, Tourism

Schooners and Songlines: Tooheys pours it on for TCMF

blankby Kate Brown5 days agoJanuary 18, 2026

There are a few certainties in life: country music will always find a stage in Tamworth, and there’ll always be a cold one not far from the action.

Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth

Chris Cobb emerges as a must-see this festival

blankby New England Times News DeskJanuary 17, 2026January 18, 2026

The Voice breakout builds momentum through original music, classic country influences, a culture of collaboration and a “Road to Tamworth” series drawing audiences in before the first note is played.

Posted inBusiness, Tamworth

Tamworth’s Challenge in need of new CEO

blankby Lia EdwardsJanuary 17, 2026January 18, 2026

Community services provider Challenge Community Services has confirmed chief executive officer Stephen Doley will conclude his role with the organisation this week

Posted inEntertainment, Social issues and services, Tamworth

Sound Sensitivity Stations a first at Tamworth Country Music Festival

blankby New England Times News DeskJanuary 17, 2026January 18, 2026

For the first time, Sound Sensitivity Stations will be available at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, offering free earplugs to support people with sensory needs. 

Posted inHealth, Tamworth

Tamworth warned of Hep A risk

blankby New England Times News DeskJanuary 16, 2026January 18, 2026

The source of a Hepatitis A outbreak in Tamworth remains unknown as the city welcome tens of thousands of visitors for the Tamworth Country Music Festival

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