Nick is pipe major of Castle Hill RSL Pipe Band and has held the position for 12 years. A holder of the Australian Pipe Band College elementary piping certificate, he will shortly undertake the college course for rules and administration.

He has previously organised the Combined Scottish Society’s solo piping and drumming competitions and has been involved in the pipe band movement since 1988.

Nick brings to the role considerable experience in use of computer software and platforms and in administration, currently being deputy principal at a Sydney high school.