# Event Details

- **Event Name**: TARQUIN - Celebrating 50yrs 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Celebrating 50yrs as one of the first bands playing West Coast Rock in The Illawarra in the 70's - TARQUIN.

Renowned music historian Glenn A Baker once claimed the World’s best music scene throughout 70’s and 80’s was the South Coast of NSW Australia. He was not wrong!

At The epicentre of this music explosion was the city of Wollongong and out of this “City of Steel” came the band TARQUIN.
Boasting a six piece line up and performing covers by the Eagles, Steely Dan, Boz Scaggs, Rod Stewart and other giants of the rock scene, Tarquin quickly gained a faithful following in Wollongong Newcastle Sydney and the far South Coast.

This hard working band collaborated on several popular original songs, their debut single, a double “A” side featuring Summer Ladies / Joker went straight into the top 20 Australia wide.

Entertaining to watch and great to dance to, TARQUIN with original members

Bill Mawer ( vocal guitar)

Jim McCallum (vocal guitar)

Mark Cotterill (bass)

Mark Clifford (keys) joined by

Nick Adam’s (sax) and John Nichols (drums)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wollongong/tarquin-celebrating-50yrs/200030078838216
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, performances
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 53

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wollongong
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Centro CBD Wollongong
- **lat**: -34.42754
- **long**: 150.89819
- **full address**: Centro CBD Wollongong, 28 Stewart St,Wollongong,NSW,Australia

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is TARQUIN - Celebrating 50yrs  being held?
  - **A:** TARQUIN - Celebrating 50yrs  takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Centro CBD Wollongong, 28 Stewart St,Wollongong,NSW,Australia.
- **Q**: Who is organizing TARQUIN - Celebrating 50yrs ?
  - **A:** TARQUIN - Celebrating 50yrs  is organized by Centro CBD Wollongong.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Centro CBD Wollongong's events?
  - **A:** Centro CBD Wollongong has 110+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Centro CBD Wollongong has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** TARQUIN - Celebrating 50yrs  is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wollongong, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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