https://youtu.be/tsca41OVqf8?si=TFypGZHZBjqlA9Nr Auditions for the 2026 National Youth Pipe Band of New Zealand are now open. This is your chance to join other up-and-coming Kiwi pipers…
RNZPBA14 January 2026
Our final RNZPBA Town Hall session for 2025 will be held on Sunday 9 November at 10am. The full Board and Group Leaders team (including…
RNZPBA28 October 2025
The Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands' Association's Grading Committee has made the following determinations following representations from Bands: ILT City of Invercargill Highland Pipe Band demoted from G1…
RNZPBA7 October 2025
Entries for the 2026 New Zealand Pipe Band Championships in Taranaki 20/21 March are now open. Closing date for entries is 20 November 2025. In preparation for completing the entry form, please…
RNZPBA17 September 2025
Following one final day of training at the European Championships held at Perth Scotland on 9 August 2025, Brian Switalla has been signed off as…
RNZPBA19 August 2025
The Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands' Association's Grading Committee has made the following determinations following the conclusion of the 2024/25 season: New Zealand Police Pipe…
RNZPBA14 August 2025
Two remits to the National Contest Rules have been proposed by the Board as part of the annual remit process. Change to the musical requirements in…
RNZPBA4 August 2025
Congratulations to Eddie Eeles who was honoured in the King's Birthday honours list with a King's Service Medal. Eddie is the recently retired Drum Major…
RNZPBA6 June 2025
The RNZPBA is seeking expressions of interest for the volunteer position of Director – RNZPBA Summer School. This is a key leadership role responsible for shaping…
RNZPBA23 April 2025
