Qld State Pipe Band Championships & Tartan Spectacular Festival

03/06/2026

As the judges to make their way either from Interstate or overseas for the Qld State Pipe Band Championships on Sunday (7th June) at Brisbane Boys' College (BBC).

We would like to introduce our Judges and PBA Officials.
Judges:
Panel 1:
Piping: Richard Hawke (NZ)
Piping: Tom McGirr (NSW)
Drumming: Don Want (QLD)
Ensemble: David Gray (QLD)

Panel 2:
Piping: Graeme Bryce (NZ)
Piping: June McLeish (NSW)
Drumming: Andrew Womersley (VIC)
Ensemble: Liam Kernaghan (NZ)

Dress: Stevie Stanley (QLD)
Drill: Brian May (QLD)
(D&D Trial Judging): Mark Plath (QLD)

Contest Secretary: Alex McConnell (QLD)
Contest Supervisor: Jamie Robinson (QLD)
Contest Recorder: Nikki-Lee MacDonald (QLD)

MC: Stuart Quill

Marshalls:
(AM) Brett Jennings & Mandy McGirr
(PM) Brett Jennings & Andrew Cruickshank

As the judges to make their way either from Interstate or overseas for the Qld State Pipe Band Championships on Sunday (7th June) at Brisbane Boys' College (BBC).

We would like to introduce our Judges and PBA Officials.

Judges:
Panel 1:
Piping: Richard Hawke (NZ)
Piping: Tom McGirr (NSW)
Drumming: Don Want (QLD)
Ensemble: David Gray (QLD)

Panel 2:
Piping: Graeme Bryce (NZ)
Piping: June McLeish (NSW)
Drumming: Andrew Womersley (VIC)
Ensemble: Liam Kernaghan (NZ)

Dress: Stevie Stanley (QLD)
Drill: Brian May (QLD)
(D&D Trial Judging): Mark Plath (QLD)

Contest Secretary: Alex McConnell (QLD)

Contest Supervisor: Jamie Robinson (QLD)
Contest Recorder: Nikki-Lee MacDonald (QLD)

MC: Stuart Quill

Marshalls:
(AM) Brett Jennings & Mandy McGirr
(PM) Brett Jennings & Andrew Cruickshank


Pipe Bands Queensland
Pipe Bands Australia
Royal New Zealand Pipe Bands' Association
Brisbane Boys' College (BBC)
Brisbane Boys' College Old Collegians' Association - OCA

03/06/2026

Make sure to tune into Radio 4EB Scottish Group | 98.1FM tomorrow, Thursday's between 2pm - 4pm

'A Wee Bit O' Scotland' on the show, they will talk about the Qld State Pipe Band Championships and Tartan Spectacular Festival.

Also, come along and say 'hi' to the Radio 4EB Scottish Group Team as they will be at the Qld State Championships on Sunday 7th June at Brisbane Boys' College (BBC)

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03/06/2026

Join us for a special midwinter recital featuring an outstanding lineup of talent!

Headlining the evening is Gold Medalist Jamie Hawke, joined by two exciting emerging local pipers:

Fred Bailey (BBC)
Thomas Crawford (Scots PGC)

Numbers are limited, to secure your booking please visit - https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1593653

03/06/2026

🏴 Queensland State Championships Band Spotlight
🎶 Australian Federal Police Pipes & Drums
Our final interstate band spotlight - The Australian Federal Police Pipes & Drums coming to The QLD Pipe Band Championships from the Australian Capital Territory.
The Australian Federal Police Pipes & Drums proudly upholds a long-standing tradition of ceremonial excellence, discipline and musical professionalism.
Representing the AFP at official ceremonies, commemorations, memorial services and competitions throughout Australia and internationally, the band is recognised for its strong musical standards and proud connection to service and tradition.
Blending ceremonial duties with active competition performance, the band continues to be a respected presence within the Australian pipe band community.
Grade: 4A
Tartan: City of Canberra
📍 Queensland State Pipe Band Championships
🗓 Sunday 7 June 2026
📍 Brisbane Boys’ College, Toowong

03/06/2026

🏴 Queensland State Championships Band Spotlight
🎶 BBC Old Collegians Pipe Band
Formed in 1990 following the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Band, the BBC Old Collegians Pipe Band was created by former BBC pipers and drummers wanting to continue their connection to piping, drumming and lifelong friendships beyond their school years.
Over the decades, the band has grown into a stalwart of the Queensland pipe band scene, welcoming members from both within and beyond the BBC community who share a passion for pipe band music, competition and camaraderie. Alongside regular competition appearances, the band remains heavily involved in community performances and proudly continues the strong traditions and culture established within the internationally respected Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Band program.
Grade: Grade 3
Tartan: Campbell of Argyll Modern
📍 Queensland State Pipe Band Championships
🗓 Sunday 7 June 2026
📍 Brisbane Boys’ College, Toowong

03/06/2026

🏴 Queensland State Championships Band Spotlight
🎶 Murrumba Pipes & Drums Society Inc.
Murrumba Pipes & Drums Inc. has established itself as one of Queensland’s fastest-growing and most ambitious community pipe bands, combining strong musical standards with a modern and energetic culture.
Based in the Moreton Bay region, the band continues to foster a welcoming environment for players of all ages and experience levels while proudly representing Queensland at competitions and community events across Australia and beyond. In 2025, the band undertook an exciting international journey to Scotland, performing and competing on some of the world’s biggest pipe band stages — a significant milestone in the band’s continued growth and development.
Known for its strong sense of camaraderie, commitment to musical progression and passion for the pipe band tradition, Murrumba continues to make a major impact both on and off the competition field.
Grade: 4B
Tartan: Scotland 2000
📍 Queensland State Pipe Band Championships
🗓 Sunday 7 June 2026
📍 Brisbane Boys’ College, Toowong

28/05/2026

🏴 Queensland State Championships Band Spotlight
🎶 Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Band
In the lead up to the much anticipated QLD State Pipe Band Championships, each day we will be highlighting a band or two from this year's draw. Starting off the series with our gracious hosts for the 2026 QLD Pipe Band Championships.
Formed in 1940, the Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Band has become one of Australia’s most recognised and internationally respected school pipe band programs. Today, the program includes approximately 120 students across three competing bands, providing young musicians with opportunities to perform and compete at the highest level both nationally and internationally.
Over the years, BBC has proudly represented Australia at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo and major championships throughout Scotland. In 2026, the band was honoured to be selected as the only school pipe band in the world to perform at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in Brisbane and Auckland.
The current band tartan, Ancient Hunting MacLean, incorporating the College colours of green, white and black, was introduced in 1976 and has become synonymous with the BBC Pipe Band identity.
Grade: Various
Tartan: Ancient Hunting MacLean
📍 Queensland State Pipe Band Championships
🗓 Sunday 7 June 2026
📍 Brisbane Boys’ College, Toowong

28/05/2026

Come along to the 2026 QLD State Pipe Band Championships and Tartan Spectacular Festival

Date: SUNDAY 7 JUNE 2026
Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Venue: Brisbane Boys' College (BBC)
Free Spectator and General Entry

What to expect at the event:
• Pipe Bands, Drum Majors, Clan Stalls, Massed Pipes & Drums
• Limited Parking space available on the P&F Oval
• Coffee, Catering, Food Trucks, Bar (all EFTPOS only)

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2026 QLD State Pipe Band Championships and Tartan Spectacular FestivalDate: SUNDAY 7 JUNE 2026Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PMVenue: Brisbane Boys' College (BBC)Free Sp...

27/05/2026

With the Qld State Pipe Band Championships in just over a week, here are a few pointers for getting to Brisbane Boys' College (BBC) and how the day will run, and the general requirements for bands and spectators.

Bands: please note NO TUNING on Oakman Oval (which is the AFL grounds just over the bridge) as there are AFL games being played.

Event: Qld State Pipe Band Championships & Tartan Spectacular Fesitival
Date: Sunday 7th June

26/05/2026

Qld State Pipe Band Championships @ Brisbane Boys' College (BBC)

Competition Draw

2026 Qld State Pipe Band Championships - Band Draw
More contest information will be released in due course.