The Tamworth region has a rich and diverse cultural heritage, which is reflected by the festivals and events, both small and large, that are held across the region. Nundle's gold mining history is celebrated during the annual Go for Gold Festival while the region's rich agricultural history and the part played in it by the 'Little Grey' (Massey) Ferguson tractor is commemorated by the Grey Fergie Muster every three years. It is not just history that is celebrated. Rural skills such as shearing and working dogs are still very much a part of our landscape and these are on display at the annual Kootingal Pumpkin and Woolbrook Festivals. The Tamworth County Music Festival, the largest music festival in the southern hemisphere, combines street theatre, free public concerts and ticketed events to air the talents of country music artists from those just starting out as buskers, those participating in music colleges and quests, through to those receiving the prestigious Golden Guitar Awards.
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All roads lead to Tamworth in January for the 41st Tamworth Country Music Festival. One of Australia’s best celebrated events, the Tamworth Country Music Festival will be held from Friday 18 January to Sunday 27 January 2013. It's the largest music festival in the southern hemisphere and one of the top 10 in the world! the Festival culminates in the CMAA Country Music Awards of Australia with the presentation of the famous Golden Guitar Awards at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment and Conference Centre (TRECC).
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The Kootingal Pumpkin Festival is held each April at the Kootingal Sportsground. There is something for the whole family including: live entertainment, food court, wine tasting, children and adult pumpkin competitions, wood Chopping, shearing, pumpkin bowling and dozens of regional stalls. Kootingal is 17km north east of Tamworth on the New England Highway, at the foot of the beautiful Moonbi Ranges.
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Nundle village comes alive during the Go for Gold Chinese Easter Festival on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 April 2011. The streets are filled with live music and market stalls. This free festival features traditional Chinese lion dances in the middle of the village.
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The Grey Fergie Tractor Muster Bendemeer is a celebration of the role of the 'Little Grey' (Massey) Ferguson tractor played in Australia's agricultural history. The next Muster, which is held every three years, will be Friday 23 March to Sunday 25 March 2012.
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Local Government Week (LG Week) in NSW provides a platform for councils to promote the importance of Local Government to the communities they represent. This annual event in August can include roadshows showcasing Council assets and services, photographic competitions, native plant give-aways and more.
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