Pipe Bands Australia wishes to announce the election of its new national leadership following the Association’s Annual General Meeting, held on Sunday, 18 October 2026.
David Doyle has been elected National President of Pipe Bands Australia, commencing a new chapter for the national organisation representing pipers, drummers and pipe bands across Australia.
The election marks an opportunity for the Association to build on its traditions while strengthening its commitment to supporting members, developing musicians and fostering a vibrant and sustainable pipe band community.
Election Results
The following officeholders were confirmed following the Annual General Meeting:
National Management Committee
- National President: David Doyle
- National Secretary: Joel Solak
- National Treasurer: Tim Bodey
- College Representative: Scott Nicolson, Principal of Piping
- General Committee: Alisdair McLaren
Ex-officio positions will be advised in coming days following a meeting of the National Management Committee.
Australian Pipe Band College
- Principal of Piping: Scott Nicolson
- Principal of Drumming: Andrew Womersley
- Principal of Ensemble: Harold Gillespie
- Principal of Drill & Dress: Tony Coen OAM
- Principal of Rules & Administration: Jamie Robinson
Recognising service and contribution
Pipe Bands Australia acknowledges the contribution of outgoing officeholders and thanks them for their commitment and service to the Association and the Australian pipe band movement.
- Ainsley Hart, outgoing National President 2020 to 2026
- Phil Weber, outgoing National Secretary 2020 to 2026
- Michelle Haysom, outgoing National Treasurer, former 2020 to 2026
- Dean Hall, outgoing Principal of Drumming, 2017 to 2026
- Rob Bennett, outgoing Principal of Ensemble 2019 to 2026
- Peter Felton, outgoing Principal of Rules & Administration 2025 to 2026
In the coming days, the Association will provide further information about the priorities of the incoming leadership and opportunities for members and branches to contribute to its future direction.
Members are encouraged to remain engaged with Pipe Bands Australia through its website, official communications and state branches.
An inaugural President’s address will be made available on the Pipe Bands Australia website in due course.
