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Tamworth Major Events Strategy Review
Tamworth, NSW
2023
Major Event Review and Strategy Development
Tamworth Regional Council
Overview
ODIN360 has partnered with JMP Consultants to deliver a transformational Major Event Strategy for Tamworth Regional Council, with a special focus on the iconic Tamworth Country Music Festival (TCMF). Recognising the vital economic, cultural, and community role of events in Tamworth’s growth, this project was designed to provide an integrated strategic roadmap positioning Tamworth as the leading regional events capital in New South Wales. The project scope incorporated three interlinked streams: an overarching regional events strategy; a targeted growth and renewal plan for TCMF; and a thorough audit of local event infrastructure. Methodologies combined in-depth desktop research of relevant strategic documents and visitor economy data, with a major program of stakeholder engagement—spanning residents, local businesses, industry groups, government agencies, and event operators—to ensure robust community support and social licence. Detailed SWOT and gap analysis for both TCMF and Tamworth’s broader event mix highlighted opportunities for diversification, market expansion, and risk mitigation. Economic impact modelling and benchmarking against national and international best practices provided actionable insights to support investment attraction, optimal resource allocation, and improved event ROI. Critical deliverables included an audit of existing venues and recommendations for infrastructure upgrades or development; strategic action plans to address seasonality, audience development, and brand positioning; and a clear, actionable framework for maximising the legacy of TCMF and cultivating new signature events. The final recommended strategies offer a detailed, evidence-based path forward—enabling Tamworth to strengthen its events brand, deliver sustainable community and economic benefits, attract external funding and serve as a model for other regional destinations.
Key Deliverables
  • Comprehensive Tamworth Regional Major Event Strategy
  • Tamworth Country Music Festival (TCMF) growth and development strategy
  • Audit and strategic review of events infrastructure (venues, facilities, amenities)
  • Economic impact analysis and event ROI modelling
  • SWOT analysis and benchmarking of TCMF and regional event landscape
  • Targeted stakeholder and community consultation reports
  • Best practice and case studies review (peer events/venues)
  • Identification of new event concepts and scaling potential for existing events
  • Draft and final strategy documents, including action plans and prioritised recommendations
  • Roadmap for future event attraction, investment and implementation
Outcomes
  • A clearly defined, actionable events strategy to guide Tamworth’s evolution as a premier regional events destination
  • Growth strategy for TCMF to strengthen its brand, expand audience appeal, and drive greater visitation and economic impact
  • Identification of infrastructure gaps and opportunities, supporting future investment and enabling diverse event hosting
  • Enhanced alignment with NSW and local tourism/economic plans
  • Robust frameworks for stakeholder engagement, community buy-in, and ongoing event evaluation
  • Projections for increased visitation, length of stay, regional spend, and broader economic and social benefits
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