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Supporting residents and ratepayers across the Tamworth region
The Tamworth Regional Residents and Ratepayers Association (TRRRA) is an independent, not-for-profit, community-led group that supports residents and ratepayers on local government issues across the Tamworth Regional Council area.
We help people stay informed, understand what is happening, and engage with issues that affect their community.
What happens at a meeting?
- Hear what’s happening locally
- Ask questions or raise issues
- Or simply come along and listen
TRRRA Meeting Calendar
We meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 6.00 pm at the Tamworth City Bowling Club. Community members are always welcome.
View meeting calendar below.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/02 | 18/03 | 15/04 | 20/05 | 17/06 | 15/07 | 19/08 | 16/09 | 21/10 | 18/11 | 16/12 | |
| AGM |
Current Community Issues
Save Ray Walsh House
Ray Walsh House is one of Tamworth’s most significant civic buildings. TRRRA is advocating for a transparent decision-making process, informed community consultation and the proper consideration of all available options before any final decision is made.
The future of Ray Walsh House is one of the most significant decisions facing the Tamworth region. Explore the history, key documents and TRRRA’s advocacy for a transparent, evidence-based decision.
Latest Council Meeting
Residents and ratepayers deserve to know what’s being decided before Council votes.
This week’s meeting summary covers:
Tuesday, 14 July 2026
- Long Term Financial Plan
- Baiada Processing Facility
- Council contracts
- Renewable Energy Zone
- Council assets
- Governance changes
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Who we represent
Tamworth Council Region
The Tamworth Regional Council area covers approximately 9,893 square kilometres and is home to around 60,000 residents.
It includes Tamworth and surrounding towns, including Manilla, Barraba and Nundle, as well as many villages and rural communities across the Tamworth Regional Council area.
TRRRA works to ensure that residents across this diverse region are informed, represented, and able to have their say on local issues.
Communities Across the Region
Barraba District
Covering Barraba and surrounding communities. TRRRA is working to improve communication, community engagement and representation across the district.
Manilla District
Covering Manilla and surrounding communities. TRRRA is working to improve communication, community engagement and representation across the district.
Dungowan & Nundle District
Covering Dungowan, Nundle, Hanging Rock and surrounding communities. TRRRA is working to improve communication, community engagement and representation across the district.
Kootingal, Moonbi & Bendemeer District
Covering Bendemeer, Moonbi, Kootingal and surrounding communities. TRRRA is working to improve communication, community engagement and representation across the district.
Past Issues
2023 Special Rate Variation
Tamworth Region Says No – Community Campaign This is the official campaign in opposition of the proposed rate hike in Tamworth LGA. This website is a work in progress and will be “filled out” over the coming days. The Tamworth Regional Council has recently put forward…
Long Term Water Security
Contents Murray-Darling Basin Authority Independant Pricing & Regulatory Tribunal Tamworth Regional Council Media Releases Northern Daily Leader Extracts TRRRA Facebook Extracts Water planning in our region must be comprehensive and integrated to ensure long-term…
Proposals for King George V Avenue
Contents Extracts from TRRRA Facebook page Northern Daily Leader Extracts Tamworth Regional Council Media Reports Tamworth Regional Council Business Papers and Minutes The trees on King George Avenue are again under threat with the Council seeking a report on the…
Tamworth Regional Airport Car Park
Contents Tamworth Regional Council Media Releases TRC Business Papers & Minutes Northern Daily Leader Extracts Introduction: From the earliest notification of the $1.2 million project for the new car park, it was stated in multiple Tamworth Regional Council News…
West Bank Road at Chaffey Dam
Contents Petition Information Tamworth Regional Council Media Releases Northern Daily Leader Extracts TRRRA Facebook Extracts Tamworth Regional Council Business Papers and Minutes Final Decision The initial plan for the Chaffey Dam upgrade included the realignment of…
Bendemeer Bridge
Contents Tamworth Regional Council Media Releases Northern Daily Leader Extracts Tamworth Regional Council Business Papers and Minutes Old Bendemeer Bridge This bridge, which crosses the MacDonald River, was in service for 80 years before Bendemeer was bypassed in…