Issue #24

October 2025

Message from the Mayor

At the most recent Council meeting, we agreed to start making some serious decisions about Ray Walsh House, and acknowledged this conversation is bigger than one building.The General Manager will prepare a comprehensive options paper exploring the future of Ray Walsh House, as well as office accommodation for Council staff, and the possibility of a new Visitor Experience Centre.

An image of several dancers performing at a previous Fiesta La Peel event.

Get ready to Fiesta this October!

Our region’s most popular multicultural event, Fiesta La Peel, is happening this month! Set to return on 18 October in Bicentennial Park, this event brings us all together to celebrate, share and learn about our region’s different cultures. Explore what’s planned for this year's event and its importance to our region.

Dive into pool season soon

The weather’s starting to warm up, and that means pool time! From the week of 13 October, our local pools will begin to open for a summer of fun.

Open your home up to artists

Got a spare room in January? Be part of Festival history and host a country music artist in your home during the 2026 Tamworth Country Music Festival.

An image of a house for reference to Airbnb.

Veteran's Week in Tamworth

Tamworth Legacy is proud to host Tamworth’s Veterans and Families Day, a community event to honour and support local veterans and their families.

Road rehabilitation continues on Carthage

Road users will be happy to hear the Carthage Street rehabilitation project is continuing, with works progressing to a new section.

Road pavement on Carthage Street. The pavement will be fully repaired in January

Committee EOI open

We’re looking for residents from our towns, villages and surrounding areas to represent their community by putting their hand up to be a member of a Tamworth Regional Precinct Advisory Committee.

Decide your champion

Who deserves the spotlight? The 2025 Sports Awards honour the talent and dedication driving sport in our community. Get your nominations in before 23 October.

Turn off your taps!

On Thursday 23 October join thousands of Australians in going "From Habit to Hero" by switching off taps from 5–10pm and discover your water habits while protecting our most precious resource.

CBD paid parking shifts into gear

Changes to paid parking areas in the Tamworth CBD will come into effect this month, with new parking meters being switched on and many changes to parking zones across the city centre. The changes align with best parking practice and have been identified within the Tamworth Regional Parking Strategy in an aim to increase parking availability. Drivers are reminded to check signage carefully including on weekends when some restrictions still apply.

Thank you for saving water

Thank you to all the locals who've signed up for the My TRC Water Portal over the past few months!By signing up, you're playing an important part in ensuring our water security across the region, no matter the weather or seasons.

03 October

2025 Koori Knockout

Tamworth will host the 2025 Koori Knockout from 3-6 October. The event is expected to attract more than 20,000 attendees.

08 October

The Librarian

Prepare to be amazed, laugh a little and be inspired by 'The Librarian', at The Capitol Theatre Tamworth, on October 8.

10 October

Sydney Comedy Festival

If you're looking for a night of laughter, get along to the Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase at the Capitol Theatre on October 10.

18 October

Councillor Catch Up

The next Councillor Catch Up will be held in front of the Moonbi Museum on 18 October from 10-11am.