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TCMF26

Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth

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

blankby Lia EdwardsJanuary 19, 2026January 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 GracieJanuary 19, 2026January 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 GracieJanuary 18, 2026January 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 BrownJanuary 18, 2026January 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 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 inGuyra, Local festivals and shows, Quirindi, Werris Creek

Travelling to Tamworth? Get a live music hit on the way

blankby Lia EdwardsJanuary 16, 2026January 18, 2026

As cars, caravans and campervans begin their annual migration for the Tamworth Country Music Festival, the road itself is once again coming alive with live music

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

Posted inEntertainment, Local festivals and shows, Tamworth

Golden Guitar Awards to showcase range of Australian country talents

blankby Bec GracieJanuary 16, 2026January 18, 2026

The countdown is on to the Australian country music night of nights, the Golden Guitar Awards, on Saturday, January 24.

Posted inEntertainment, Tamworth

Nashville’s Kacie Grenon finds Academy family in Tamworth

blankby Bec GracieJanuary 15, 2026January 18, 2026

Singer-songwriter Kacie Grenon said her time at the CMAA Academy of Country Music was intense and rewarding after travelling to Australia from Nashville.

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