We did not go to town for the Tamworth Country Music Parade as it was over 30° before 9 am. We booked tickets to see the Hussy Hicks on Saturday afternoon, so we took Bluey to town for an outing to pick up the tickets. I tried to order coffees at DECO, but left when advised it would be a 30 minute wait.
It was only a 10 minute wait at Le Pruneau on the other side of the Peel River, so we bought takeaways and retreated to our air-conditioned van. Bluey stayed with Anita in the car with the AC running, but at least he did have an outing. I walk him for brief periods around the caravan park, but we left him at home with Tilly while we had lunch at Wests.
Ricky Albeck opened for the Hussy Hicks who put on an energetic performance. Other Roadies were in the audience enjoying the show.
We went back to our van to let Tilly enjoy some warmth outside, and to feed the critters and ourselves. We planned a late arrival at the Golden Guitar Awards to avoid spending time waiting around. Bluey was welcomed into the motorhome for the evening.
The Awards a re very organised and entertaining. Long drivelling speeches are quickly quashed! We were pleased to see Liam Kennedy-Clarke and Gabi Louise win two Golden Guitars as the duo named Wicker Suite. Liam was on staff as a musician on an Aussie Road Crew trip. Gabi came along as his partner, and it took a week before Beccy became aware of Gabi’s talents. That connection kick started their musical careers.
Today we went to the Longyard Hotel to see Lyn Bowtell’s show. This is a regular event where other artists join her on stage. Today, Andrew Farriss formerly of INXS was one of Lyn’s guests. We spent the rest of the afternoon watching exciting test cricket, with our hero Steve Smith making 91 not out. The West Indies deserved to win with their fabulous bowler Joseph getting 7 wickets.
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