October/November, 2020
SCOTS NEWS
magazine
BACK TO THE BUSH open day at Boondooma
AUSSIE-MADE SANITISER with a Scottish connection
Volume 10 Number 3
DONNING THE TARTAN for charity in Townsville
GOLDEN SPURTLE porridge competition goes online
FRONT COVER PHOTO
FROM THE EDITOR
THE world is in need of some magic right now. We only have to look around us to see the beauty of the world, like the spectacular Fairy Pools near the village of Carbost in Glenbrittle on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Glenbrittle runs south to north along the River Brittle and is overlooked by the Cuillin mountains. Many tributaries of the River Brittle run down from the Cuillin into the glen, including a stream with waterfalls known as the Fairy Pools beautiful carved rock pools of crystal clear turquoisehued spring water. These famous pools attract visitors from all over the world. Some come for the ‘wild swimming’ in the cold water, others to photograph the magic of the pools, as well as the red deer, rabbits, sheep and birds that make their homes there. On a sunny day, the natural pools are so clear, you can see each moss-covered stone at the bottom. The water in the pools is often so still you can see the reflections of the surrounding scenery as you look into them. On wet, cloudy days after good rain, torrents of water rush and whirl in thunderous cascades. The Fairy Pools are accessible only by foot - well worth the trek to experience a little magic.
DESPITE all the doom and gloom of the past few months, we have some uplifting stories to share with you this issue. Like every other event, Scots in the Bush was cancelled this year, but, as restrictions have changed again, the good folk at Boondooma Homestead west of Brisbane are welcoming people back by hosting a free open day in October with performers and market stalls (see page 4). Fingers crossed that the infection rate continues to slow and we can create a new normal. See our story on page 3 about the Aussie-made hand and instrument sanitiser, SaniTone - make sure you order some to support a local business that is part of our Scottish community. Scots in Townsville have missed many planned events, so they took the opportunity to don the tartan and take some Scottish breed dogs for a charity walk (see page 5). The ever-busy and talented Judy Macdonald and her band of sewers have spent many hours making merchandise to sell at Gatherings in 2021 (story page 6). Judy has kindly donated some Scottish-themed bags as prizes in our annual 12 Days of Christmas Give-Away in the December/January issue so make sure you get your entry in - there’ll be lots of other great prizes as well! Take care Carmel
PUBLISHING AND CONTACTS
CONTENTS
magazine
Aussie-Made Hand Sanitiser
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is an independent publication for Scots in Queensland. The magazine is published bi-monthly and distributed on the first of the month.
Open Day at Boondooma
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Taking the Tartan For A Walk
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EDITOR AND PUBLISHER: Carmel McMurdo Audsley
Macdonald Ladies Get Creative
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Queenslander Chair of SBNA
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Prize Give-Away - Mugs To Win
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Golden Spurtle Goes Online
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SCOTS NEWS
COPYRIGHT: All stories appearing in the magazine are w ritten by the editor unless otherw ise stated and are subject to copyright law s. Stories may not be reproduced in any form w ithout permission from the editor. COMPETITIONS: See page 8 for competition prizes and entry details. CONTACT: We w elcome emails and w ould love to hear your new s and view s. Advertising enquiries are also w elcome.
Famous Scots - Mackintosh & Braid
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Directory of Goods and Services
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Calendar of Events
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EMAIL: scotsnew s@iinet.net.au DEADLINE FOR DECEMBER/JANUARY ISSUE: November 10. I know some readers print out and keep their issues of Scots News Magazine. You will notice that the gremlins got into the Volume numbers on the front page over the past few issues, but it has been set right with this issue.
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WINNERS in our AUGUST/SEPTEMBER CD GIVE-AWAY are:
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NEWS
australian-made hand and instrument sanitiser with a scottish connection
GIVEN the times we now live in, musicians need a sanitising product that is highly effective yet safe for their instruments. Brisbane-based piper, Nick Tomkins, collaborated with Melbourne company Fresche Bioscience, leaders in the healthcare and textiles field for their antimicrobial stewardship, to create SaniTone. “The majority of cleaning products should not be used on delicate surfaces, as they often contain bleach, alcohol, heavy metals or carcinogens,” Mr Tomkins said. “Products that are safe for musical instruments have a critical shortcoming, as once the surface is touched it becomes re-contaminated. When trying to stop the spread of pathogens through musical instruments, it is vital to not allow surfaces to be re-contaminated.” He said SaniTone utilised world-leading SiQuat technology that takes a naturally derived antimicrobial (benzalkonium chloride) from coconut oil, and grafts it to a molecular adhesive. “This bond is so strong that it will last for up to 30 days, with a high degree of abrasion required to remove the 4 µm (micron) thick layer from the surface.” SaniTone has been tested in accordance with global
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testing standards, while the Australian Department of Health, World Health Organisation and other health authorities recommend the active ingredient for use against COVID-19. “SaniTone is one hundred per cent Australiamade. Even our labels and bottle are Australianmade, as we recognise the need to support local businesses.” For bagpipes, SaniTone is safe to use on reeds, inside of bags, and on ivory, while for instruments like violins, SaniTone is non-leaching and will not harm varnish. “After launching the Antimicrobial Musical Instrument Protectant, we saw a need for our hand sanitiser,” Mr Tomkins said. “With so many people, particularly kids, struggling with dry red hands as a result of harsh alcohol-based hand sanitisers, we launched our Hand Sanitiser and Protectant. It is moisturising and soft, without the strong alcohol odour, and can be applied once a day for continuous protection. Simply wash your hands regularly and the layer of SaniTone will stay on your hands.” SaniTone products are available worldwide from SaniTone official retailers, and online from www.sanitone.com.au.
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EVENTS planning begins for 2021 events
Open Day at the home of SCOTS IN THE BUSH Saturday October 17, 2020
Clydesdale Spectacular planned for June
LIKE so many in the local Scottish community, the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular organising committee was disappointed not to be able to run the 2020 event, due to the restrictions imposed by the pandemic. While future events will depend upon government and health advice at the time, the committee is taking a positive approach with planning underway for the Clydie Spectacular to take place on the weekend of June 12 and 13, 2021 at Boonah west of Brisbane. Keep reading Scots News Magazine for all the details.
HISTORIC Boondooma Homestead, the home of Scots In The Bush and the Spirit of the Bush events, will host an open day on Saturday October 17 from 9am to 4pm. Boondooma is about 350km north-west of Brisbane. The free event will feature history tours and performances by local talent with an open mic. Anyone who has items of memorabilia, particulary about WWI soldiers, is invited to bring along for display and discussion. Market stalls will be set up, and morning tea and light lunches will
be available for purchase. Camp sites will be available for $5 per person. Please note there are no powered sites or showers. COVID-19 restrictions will apply, and social distancing will be required. All visitors will be required to register on entry to the site. Anyone exhibiting ‘flu-like symptoms in asked not to attend. Boondooma Homestead was the centre of the original Boondooma Station, which was settled in 1846 by three young Scotsmen. Enquiries to 07 4168 0159 or info@boondoomahomestead.org.au.
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NEWS TOWNSVILLE Scottish Community recently supported the Angel-Paws Walk and Pledge 2020 by encouraging owners of all dogs of Scottish breeds to take part and raise much-needed funds to improve animal welfare. Eight of the 15 Scottish breeds were represented - Border Terrier, Border Collie, Golden Retriever, Rough Collie, Scottish Terrier, Shetland Sheepdog, Scottish Deerhound and West Highland Terrier. Dog owners and supporters wore tartan and carried banners representing each group. To the delight of everyone present, wellknown local piper, Denis Airens, played as the dogs approached the entrance gate to commence the 2.5km walk. With Townsville Tartan Day and all other Scottish events cancelled, the walk provided a social opportunity for the Scottish community to come together albeit 1.5 metres apart from each other - and fly the tartan.
Fund-raising walk a chance to don the tartan
BREEZING ALONG: Eilrig Glenalladale (lovingly known as Scorry) and Marie Gibson (wearing the Buchanan tartan) take a break. He is one of the few Scottish Deerhounds in North Queensland.
TARTAN TAIL: Golden Retriever Rokus Cornelius II leading Joshua Daniels (wearing MacLeod of Lewis) in the AngelPaws Pledge walk in Townsville to raise funds for animal welfare.
"It’s a lang road that’s no goat a turnin" (Don’t lose heart in dark times, things can’t keep going in the same direction forever) It might not feel like it right now, but the pandemic will eventually end and things will return to normal.
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NEWS
When the going gets tough the creative get going
WITH no events to attend, and time to spare, the ever-resourceful Clan Donald Queensland ladies, under the guidance of Judy Macdonald, have been busy sewing items which will be available for sale in 2021. They have created a range of plate mat and coaster sets in most tartans, ladies bags in different, sizes, canvas bags with Scottish themes, pre-cut clear Clan Crest stickers to decorate books, coffee cups, whisky bottles etc, and pillow cases with iron-on Clan Crest badges. “There are a lot more ideas in the works,” Judy said. “We will soon need another trailer to cart all this merchandise to events. We are all looking forward to the 2021 Celtic Festivals and Highland Gatherings so that we can catch up with everyone.” Judy has kindly offered six Scottish-themed canvas bags to give away in our 12 Days of Christmas Give-Away in the December/January issue of Scots News Magazine. Keep up-to-date with Clan Donald Queensland via https:// www.facebook.com/groups/ clandonaldqueensland.
You could win one of these bags see the December/January issue of Scots News Magazine
He travelled from Scotland to Australia in 1885, and made a fortune droving horses. Then he met a madman in the Queensland bush. READ THE TRUE STORY OF WILLIAM McDONALD. Order a signed paperback by emailing scotsnews@iinet.net.au $25 including postage within Australia. or download an e-book for $2.99 from https://tinyurl.com/y7gmue95 6
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Queensland businessman to lead Scottish Business Network Australia
NEWS ST ANDREW’S DAY NOVEMBER 30
SCOTLAND’S patron saint, Andrew, was crucified by the Romans on an X-shaped cross at Patras in Greece. Legend has it that a Greek monk, known as St Rule or St Regulus, was ordered in a vision to take a few relics of Andrew to the ‘ends of the earth’ for safe keeping. He set off on a sea journey and came ashore on the coast of Fife at a settlement which is now the modern town of St Andrews. In 832 AD, Andrew is said to have appeared in a vision to a Pictish king the night before a battle against the Northumbrians, in what is now the village of Athelstaneford in East Lothian. On the day of the battle a Saltire (an X-shaped cross) appeared in the sky above the battlefield, and the Picts were victorious. The Saltire, or Saint Andrew’s Cross, was subsequently adopted as the national emblem and flag of the Scots. Andrew was first recognised as an official patron of Scotland in 1320 at the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath.
EDINBURGH-BORN, Brisbanebased businessman Michael Reid was recently appointed National Chairperson of the Scottish Business Network Australia (SBNA). Mr Reid is the owner of Thistle Financial Services based in Sumner Park in Brisbane’s western suburbs. He said he brought his love of golf and soccer to Australia with him. “I was a volunteer with the Brisbane Roar from day one,” Mr Reid said. “I’ve made many friends with the players, coaches and some of the executive and directors of the away teams.” He will bring his business and people skills to his new role. SBNA was originally the idea of Dr John McGlynn in Glasgow who wanted to start a global network of Scottish Business Networks to facilitate businesses through a social network of meetings, rather than formal introductions. Former British Consul General, Philip Morrice, started the SBNA ten years ago in Sydney. He recommended that the organisation not try to compete with other UK organisations that charge for introductions and services. Membership is free, and the organisation has assisted large and small businesses and companies with political and industry introductions in a social venue. Former Hon Consul at the British Consul General’s office in Sydney, David Miller OAM, was appointed national chair as an anchor point for the branches that were set up in New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia and Queensland. As the new national chairperson, Mr Reid will oversee the expansion of the organisation into
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PEOPLE PERSON: Michael Reid will lead Scottish business networking in Australia.
other states and territories, as soon as suitable people can be appointed to chair the new branches. Membership of SBNA is open to professional Scots in business or academia, and those of Scottish descent or ancestry. For further information, contact Michael Reid on 3376 0859. He is also very active on Facebook where you can keep up with news of his and Luigi the Wonder Dog’s adventures https:// www. fa ce bo ok. co m/ Th is tleI n s u ra n ce - S e rv ice s - P t y- L t d 166901713326964.
CORONAVIRUS CASUALTIES KEEPING ON COMING TOOWOOMBA Caledonian Society and Pipe Band has regretfully cancelled a Ceilidh on November 28, and planned Burns’ Supper celebrations in February 2021. As events get pushed further and further into the future, the sense of isolation from much-anticipated social events continues to be felt. What a celebration it will be when this is over! 7
GIVE-AWAY WIN one of three Scottish Thistle Celtic Mugs, by Royal Tara Giftware, Ireland, valued at $AUS25 each. All you have to do is email scotsnews@iinet.net.au by Friday October 9, with ‘competition’ in the subject line, to go into the draw.
ANNIVERSARIES IN SCOTTISH HISTORY October October 3, 1357 - Treaty of Berwick, freeing David II from imprisonment by the English. October 3, 1594 - Battle of Glenlivet, George Gordon, Earl of Huntly, defeated a Royalist force under 7th Earl of Argyll. October 5, 1785 - Balloon flight by Italian aeronaut Vincenzo Lunardi from Heriot’s School, Edinburgh to Ceres in Fife. October 11, 1297 - Letter from Wallace and Moray to the mayors of Lubeck and Hamburg saying that “The Kingdom of Scotland has, by God’s Grace, recovered by battle from the power of the English”. October 13, 1644 - Battle of Aberdeen, James Graham, 1st Marquess of Montrose, sacked the city. October 14, 1788 - First steamboat tested on Dalswinton Loch by Patrick Miller and William Symington. October 14, 1881 - Eyemouth Fishing Disaster, nearly 20 boats and 129 men (1 in 3 of the town’s male population) lost their lives in a storm. October 17, 1346 - Battle of Neville’s Cross during which King David II was captured by the English. October 28, 1562 - Battle of Corrichie, Earl of Moray defeated Catholic Gordons of Huntly who were attacking Aberdeen. October 28, 1794 - Birth of Robert Liston in Linlithgow who was to carry out the first operation in Britain with the aid of an anaesthetic. October 31, 1888 - Pneumatic bicycle tyres were patented by inventor John Boyd Dunlop from Ayrshire.
DON’ T MISS our 12 Days of Christmas Give-Away in the December/January issue of Scots News Magazine. You could win a bespoke Tartan Glass bowl in your Clan Tartan, Scottish-themed carry bags, signed books and much more. Extra special gifts to brighten your Christmas.
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November November 4, 1650 - Birth of King William III. November 12, 1094 - King Duncan II died at Battle of Monthechin, Kincardine. November 15, 1715 - The Glasgow Courant, the city’s first newspaper, appeared for the first time. November 16, 1891 - Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show opened in the East End Exhibition Buildings, Duke Street, Glasgow. November 21, 1673 - King James VII married Mary of Modena. November 24, 1331 - David II (aged 7) crowned at Scone. November 28, 1666 - Battle of Rullion Green on the Pentland Hills, south-west of Edinburgh, in which the King’s army led by Sir Tam Dalyell defeated the Covenanters.
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Annual Golden Spurtle moves online PORRIDGE
SPURTLE
The origin of porridge is not really known. Archaeologists have found it in 5000-year-old corpses, so we know it’s at least that old. Most countries have a dish that resembles the porridge we know today. It is made from a variety of ingredients – barley in the Far East; semolina in the southern hemisphere; corn in the Americas (grits) and juk in Korea. Back in the day, many Scottish kitchens had a ”dresser”. Some of these dressers – allegedly – had a “porridge drawer”. This drawer would be lined and cleaned out at the start of the week. The family porridge would then be made for the whole week and poured into the drawer to set and cool. The family would be given slices of cold porridge for various meals throughout the week, with the process starting again on the Monday. Some families can recall their grandparents’ memories of the porridge drawer; others dispute their accuracy, saying ‘why wouldn’t they just use a big pot to cook it up every day?’ Another story which seems to make sense, is that shepherds would make a pot of porridge in the morning and have a steaming bowl. The remainder would be placed in a porridge drawer for the following day, when a slice was wrapped in cloth and taken with them to eat as they sat in the fields watching the sheep.
The spurtle is a traditional tool made for stirring porridge as it cooks. It is designed to eradicate the lumps that can form when cooking. It is rod shaped, usually about 25cm long and is always made from wood. The exact history of the spurtle is unclear. In its present form it is known to have existed since at least the 15th Century. Typically they were carved with a sharp knife by the person who used them, from any locally available wood, so from a branch or sometimes a root. There are two types of spurtle - a rod spurtle, which is made from a simple straight piece of wood, and a couthie spurtle (meaning plain) which has a flat blade at one end. These are more difficult to make but have the advantage of being able to be used to turn other items like eggs or oatcakes. The rod spurtle is by far the most popular. It is usually turned on a lathe, and can be regularly shaped or tapered. The top of each spurtle is decorated with various designs. Stags heads, orbs and triangle designs all feature but by far the most common is a stylised thistle. Spurtles are usually left unpainted and untreated so that they can be freely used in food preparation. They are usually dishwasher proof. When using a spurtle, tradition has it that it should be used with the right hand and stirred clockwise (to keep out the devil).
THE Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship, due to take place in the Highland village of Carrbridge on October 10, has been moved online. Now in its 27th year, the cookoff which is held each year on World Porridge Day and draws competitors from across the globe to make their favourite oaty dish, has been forced to make some changes because of the current COVID-19 crisis. For this year only, competitors can send a short video of them preparing their specialty recipe, showing the ingredients used and finished product. The Porridge Committee will look at the entries and put the best of them on their web page at https://goldenspurtle.com. Winners will be awarded the title of Virtual Spurtler 2020 and will receive a Hamlyns Perfect Porridge Pack. The Silver Spurtle competition has been cancelled for this year, however junior porridge makers over the age of 16 may enter the online contest.
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FAMOUS SCOTS CHARLES RENNIE MACKINTOSH Born: June 7, 1868 at Glasgow, Scotland Died: December 10, 1928 Occupation: Influential Scottish designer, water colourist and artist who became a celebrated
ARCHITECT. CHARLES RENNIE MACKINTOSH was born in Glasgow in 1868, the fourth of eleven children. It was clear from an early age that he had a flair for drawing and design. As a young man he embarked on an architectural apprenticeship and evening classes at the Glasgow School of Art. He won several awards for his work, including the prestigious Alexander Thomson Travelling Studentship, which took him on an architectural tour of Italy. Mackintosh believed an architect was responsible for every detail of the design of their buildings, a notion which is reflected in his interiors that echo the modern Art Nouveau styles used for the buildings themselves. He often used stylistic details such as a rose motif, high-backed chairs and unique typeface filled with decorative marks, all of which are synonymous with Mackintosh. The distinctive ‘Glasgow style’, which blended Celtic Arts and Craft and Japanese influences, was created by Mackintosh and his contemporaries Herbert MacNair and two sisters Margaret and Frances MacDonald. They met as students at the Glasgow School of Art during the 1890s, and became known as ‘The Four’. They exhibited their work across the world. Mackintosh married Margaret MacDonald, and many of her designs can be seen alongside his as they often worked in collaboration. Many of his more ambitious designs, including concert and exhibition halls and art and science museums and bars and dining rooms were not built. He competed in the 1903 design competition for Liverpool Cathedral, but failed to gain a place on the shortlist. From exquisite pieces of furniture in museums to a graceful building in a city park, Mackintosh’s simple and stylish Art Nouveau designs became iconic, and can still be seen all around Glasgow. Hill House, Helensburgh is one of the last complete sites that is filled with furnishings and fittings designed by Mackintosh. He died in a nursing home at age 60. 10
JAMES BRAID Born: February 6, 1870 in Earlsferry, Fife, Scotland Died: November 27, 1950 Occupation: Scottish golfer and winner of the British Open five times, as well as being a talented
GOLF COURSE DESIGNER. JAMES BRAID was born in Earlsferry in Fife in 1870. He played golf from an early age, and is said to have won his first tournament in Fife at the age of 8. He trained as a carpenter and joiner, and started his golf career on the links course of Elie, then moved to London in 1893 to become the clubmaker for the Army and Navy Stores. His first job as a professional was at the Romford Golf Club, starting in 1896. A tall, powerful golfer, he was well known for striking the ball with considerable venom, while always maintaining an appearance of outward calm. Although he started his golfing life with putting problems, he pioneered the use of aluminium-headed putters, and became ‘lethal’ on the greens. He became one of a group of golfers (alongside J H Taylor and Harry Vardon), known as the ‘Great Triumvirate’, who dominated the game during the early 20th century. Braid was one of the leading golfers of his generation. He was a founder of the world’s first PGA, and won the prestigious Open Championship an impressive five times. He retired from competitive golf in 1912, and became one of the finest golf course designers of all time. With his vast experience of tournament play, and his keen eye and understanding of design and construction, Braid was perfectly placed to move into golf architecture. He set the standard in golf course design that the rest of the world would follow. Braid was a pioneer in his field, and was renowned for the dog-leg angle of his courses, as well as the pot bunker. His legacy lives on in his designs of over 250 golf courses throughout the British Isles, including 101 in Scotland. His work can be seen at the stunning King’s and Queen’s courses at Gleneagles in Perthshire, at Stranraer in Dumfries and Galloway and at sites such as Arbroath, Buchanan Castle, Carnoustie and Crieff. His dislike of travel meant that he never got to visit the site of the only golf course he designed in the United States. The James Braid Highland Golf Trail has been initiated to enhance the experience of golfers wishing to visit a picturesque part of Scotland, while benefitting from the enjoyment and challenge of playing on a Braid-designed golf course. James Braid died in London on November 27, 1950. Scots News Magazine October/November 2020
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WHAT’S ON in OCTOBER and NOVEMBER October 3 - Celtic Grandeur presented by Qld Pops Orchestra
CANCELLED
WHAT’S COMING UP 2021 Jan uary 1 - Hogmanay
October 10 - Sounds of Scotland Concert presented by Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Band
January 25 - Robert Burns Birthday Celebrations
CANCELLED October 17 - Open Day at Boondooma Homestead
April 10 and 11 - Highland Dan cing Championshi ps at Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre
November 28 - Toowoomba Caledonian Society and Pipe Band St Andrew’s Night at Drayton Hall. Phone Marg on 0429 700 217.
June 12 and 13 - Clydesdale Spectacular at Boonah
CANCELLED
July 10 - Mackay Scot tish Bluewater Fling
November 30 - St Andrew ’s Day
July 24 - Tartan Day in Brisbane
Small Pipe learning and playing held at Milton on the first Tuesday of each month from 7pm. Contact Malcolm on 3820 2902 or Ken on 3279 4093.
August - Toow oomba Caledonian Society and Pipe Band 150 th anniversary c eleb rati ons
Gaelic classes are held each month in Brisbane. Visit www.facebook.com/BrisbaneGaelic for details. CANCELLED
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VICTORIA IN 2020 October 24 and 25 - Australian Pipe Band Championships to be held at Princes Park Maryborough Victoria. CANCELLED
SCOTTISH TUNES AND CONVERSATION ON THE RADIO Join Ron Tannock every Thursday night from 7pm to 9.30pm and every second Saturday from 9am to noon for the Sounds of Ireland (and Scotland), on Burnett River Radio 91.5FM broadcasting to Gayndah and Central Burnett region. Colin Nightingale hosts Acoustic Harvest every second Thursday night at 8pm on bayFM100.3. Enjoy ‘A wee bit o’ Scotland on Thursday’ on 4EBFM98.1 from 2.15pm to 4.30pm. Scottish Program on Global Digital Radio (4EB) each Sunday from 2pm to 3pm. Triple T 103.9 Townsville Community Radio’s Scottish Program each Sunday from 3pm to 5pm with Don MacDonald. 12
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