Pipe Bands are for
Everyone
The Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands’ Association has been supporting New Zealand bands since 1928. From those early days, bands have grown in numbers and strength, and the level of performance has improved beyond belief.
The RNZPBA is managed by a small, dedicated team. Our mission is simple – to promote pipe bands, and pipe band membership throughout New Zealand, by whatever means possible.
The Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands’ Association is pleased to announce the RSPBA Oceania Solo Drumming Championship will be held at St Andrew’s College in…
Liam Kernaghan19 February 2024
The final draw for the 2024 New Zealand Pipe Band Championships and approved dispensations for Eligible Band Officers to play in higher grade bands are…
Liam Kernaghan15 February 2024
Current Promotions Group Leader, Liam Kernaghan, has been elected to the Management Board of the Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands' Association (the Association) by its…
Chris Stevens22 December 2023
8th – 12th January 2025
2025 SUMMER SCHOOL
The RNZPBA Summer School is an annual, week-long school, held for all ages and skill levels from across New Zealand and Australia, with some attendees even coming from further abroad!