In New South Wales, just a few miles from the centre of the city of Tamworth is Tamworth Airport. The city of Tamworth was the first city in Australia to get electric lights, which has earned it the rather appropriate nickname of The First City of Lights, by the local population.
Hiring a car at Tamworth Airport gets you into the city centre quickly, and also gives you a freedom to travel across the city and see everything at your own speed, from museums and theatres to the many parks that lie within the city, there is plenty to see.
For those who are renting a car at Tamworth Airport and want to learn about the history of the city, as well as the beginnings of electricity in lighting, then the Tamworth Power station Museum is an absolute must. The Power station Museum charts the development of electricity as well as the local history of the city of Tamworth. It has on display a number of exciting things, including early electrical appliances, such as washing machines as well as some steam powered exhibits. It's a fascinating insight into not only local, but world history and technological development.
If you think you've seen everything you want to see in the city of Tamworth and would like to go on a day trip somewhere, then why not head out to the Peel River? Those who want to just get away from it all and take a day walking along one of the most beautiful rivers in New South Wales will find everything they're looking for and more at the Peel River. From incredible views and sights, to magnificent marine life, such as cod. The Peel River makes for a perfect day trip out, and is a chance to appreciate the natural beauty of a country like Australia.
