A newly signed agreement between the Royal New Zealand Pipe Band Association and Pipe Bands Australia will see a triennial South Pacific Pipe Band Championship held in conjunction with the two countries’ National Pipe Band Championships.Read More
Members will be aware that health regulations in response to COVID-19, such as movement restrictions, lockdowns and vaccination status rules in specific locations, is the responsibility of the various state and territory governments. As such, Pipe Bands Australia (National) has resisted issuing umbrella advice to...Read More
The National Management Committee would like to advise members that the National Treasurer, Tim Bodey has announced that he will not be seeking re-election at Conference. Tim came to the Treasurer’s job during a period of great difficulty for the Association. He has done an...Read More
The Council recently considered amendments to the current regulations surrounding the Drum Major solo event. A trial rule was approved that firstly introduces a Juvenile grade event, and secondly changes the length of the course marched by competitors. This trial rule provides for, and with immediate...Read More
After careful consideration the PBA National Council has made the significant decision to cancel the ‘in person’ Annual General Meeting and conference and replace it with virtual meetings.Read More
