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Brisbane Rodeo Takes Over The Showgrounds This Weekend

by Megan Hopkins

Rodeo

Australia’s biggest rodeo showdown is heading to Brisbane on May 16, with national titles, elite bull riding and a live set from The Wet Whistles all locked in for the Stampede Series National Finals.

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Wade Forster Announces New ‘Aftermath’ Album & National Tour

Wade Forster has announced his largest national tour yet, alongside the release of his third studio album The Aftermath, arriving this August.

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The Voice USA Star Ryan Coleman Covers Wade Forster’s ‘Strange’

Wade Forster’s 'Strange' is starting to travel, with US artist Ryan Coleman now putting his own stamp on the track.

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Tamworth’s Hats Off To Country Festival Is Back - Bigger And Better Than Ever

Golden Guitar winners, rising stars, bush ballads, line dancing and late-night writer rounds—Tamworth’s winter country takeover is officially heating up.

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Deni Ute Muster Releases Playing Times & Massive Festival Grounds Program

From fireworks and bull rides to silent discos, camel rides and a stacked weekend schedule, the 2026 Deni Ute Muster is going all-in on the full festival experience.

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“I Hate That Mediocrity Is Worshipped As A God, As Long As It’s Wearing A Ball Cap”: Ashley McBryde Calls Out Country Music’s Double Standards

Ashley McBryde isn’t interested in playing nice with country music’s double standards—and her new album Wild proves it.

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Is This Song Secretly About Carter Faith?

We’ve got a hot take on the song ‘Faith’ by KINGSWOOD.

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Dear Tommie Signs With EMPIRE

Rising country artist Dear Tommie locks in a major global partnership and drops new track ‘The Rough’.

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The Ultimate Guide To Buying Strummingbird Tickets

With so many ticket options, VIP upgrades, presales, and ticket reservation choices, we’ve broken it all down to give you the best shot at securing your tickets.

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton Gives Update On Health Struggles

The country legend has cancelled her long-awaited Vegas residency, but she’s making it clear this is a speed bump not a goodbye.

Post Malone

Strummingbird Drops Mega 2026 Lineup

Post Malone leads a stacked Strummingbird 2026 lineup, with Bailey Zimmerman, Cooper Alan and a wave of local stars set to take over Ballarat, Newcastle and the Sunshine Coast.

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Ella Langley, Jordan Davis & More Added To Academy Of Country Music Awards Performers Line-up

The 61st ACM Awards will take place in Las Vegas on Sunday, 17 May.

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