Published: 08 April 2018

The 2018 Yamaha Australian National Band Championships was deemed a great success by the attending bands, soloists, spectators, officials and friends alike. The audiences that filed in and out of the halls each day responded warmly to the wide variety of performances presented by well-rehearsed groups that gave of their best for the groups of adjudicators.

Viewers from near and far watched the constant live streams broadcast to the world by Tim Kelly and his team via brassbanned.com. The online chat dissected the performances with constant comment and it was obvious there were many well informed viewers eager to catch the finer details of the performances.

The marching contest attracted a large crowd to the grounds of the MLC where the bands performed their displays with precision to much happy reaction from the spectators. There was extra interest and fun reactions at the various antics illustrated at the change of direction movements. A maypole and impromptu cricket display amongst other creative initiatives created quite a reaction from the fun crowd.

A team of volunteers worked with passion and much dedication over the weekend to ensure the operations proceeded with a minimum of fuss and as little delay as could be managed.

All in all it was a magnificent weekend displaying the Australian banding movement at its finest and another national event that will trigger fine memories as it is talked about and reflected upon until the next event occurs in 2019 in the city of Brisbane.

Congratulations to everyone involved in Melbourne 2018 for a fine event that reflected to you all much credit and brought great pleasure to so many people both near and far. Well done to you all and thank you for a fine weekend.

Published: 15 January 2018

The 2018 Yearbook which contains the updated contest regulations and Approved March List has been posted to the NBCA web site. The document can be found in the Downloads area.

This document will be the prevailing guide for the 2018 National Contest to be held at Melbourne at Easter 2018.

Published: 19 November 2017

The NBCA AGM and annual conference which was held in Melbourne in June proved to be a busy time for the Councillors and the NBCA Executive.

The conference received a detailed report from the hosting committee of the Launceston 2017 Championships and the Council extended warm congratulations on the successful staging of an excellent event.

A detailed report was presented on the preparations for the 2018 Championships to be held in Melbourne. This promises to be an event with considerable attractions for the banding community. The planning by the organizing committee indicates bands experience superb venues for their performances and excellent prospective adjudicators.

As usual matters raised at the conference from all the State bodies were debated at length. It was again a busy couple of days for the Councillors and officials as they illustrated their passion and dedication to Australia’s band movement.

Minutes for the conference can be found here.

Published: 23 April 2017

The complete results for the 2017 Yamaha Australian National Band Championships have now been posted in the Archives area for reference.

The 2017 National event proved to be everything that was expected and more with the excellent venues in Launceston. The Parade of Bands through the main shopping area drew a good crowd and motivated many spectators to then attend the inside events over the remainder of the weekend.

Many band people will have great memories of the Launceston contest with comments reflecting the appreciation for the hard work undertaken by the organizing committee, who produced the event, and the scores of volunteers who worked in various roles to make it all happen. The consistency of this annual event is always maintained by the hard work and dedication of the scores of people who volunteer their time to make it happen. Well done to these wonderful people.

Published: 01 September 2016

The 2017 Yearbook which contains the updated contest regulations and Approved March List has been posted to the NBCA web site. The document can be found in the Downloads area.

This document will be the prevailing guide for the 2017 National Contest to be held at Launceston at Easter 2017.

Published: 17 July 2016

The NBCA AGM and annual conference which was held in Launceston in June proved to be a busy time for the Councillors and the NBCA Executive.

The conference received a detailed report from the hosting committee of the Gawler 2016 Championships and the Council extended warm congratulations on the successful staging of an excellent event. The support of Trinity College, the District Council and people of the district was an essential contribution in making the event such a success.

A detailed report was presented on the preparations for the 2017 Championships to be held in Launceston. This promises to be an event with considerable attractions for the banding community in such a picturesque and historical city. The planning by the organizing committee indicates bands experience superb venues for their performances and excellent prospective adjudicators.

As usual matters raised at the conference from all the State bodies were debated at length. It was again a busy couple of days for the Councillors and officials as they illustrated their passion and dedication to Australia’s band movement.

Minutes for the conference can be found here.

Published: 22 June 2016

Allen Woodham OAM, at left handed the duty of Executive Officer to Tony Schraven at the recent NBCA conference in Launceston. Allen, who has completed 10 years in the position, decided it was time for a change with a new face to drive the Council forward. “I have been extremely privileged to have served Australia’s band world in the position and am confident Tony will be an exceptional replacement to take the Council into the future,” Allen commented.

The State Councillors made a presentation to Allen after the election of the new officer and wished him every success for the future which was suitably endorsed by everyone present.

Published: 08 April 2016

The National Band Council of Australia advises that nominations from interested persons are now being received for the position of Executive Officer of the Council as outlined in the NBCA's constitution. Interested persons seeking to contribute to Australia's band world are encouraged to submit a nomination for this position.

Nominations and all inquiries should be directed to the current Executive Officer and all nominations MUST be received by the close of business on Friday, 3rd June 2016. Nominations received after this date will be declared ineligible in accordance with Section 14 of the NBCA constitution. All nominations will be considered by the Council at its AGM as part of the annual conference to be held in Launceston from Friday, 17th June to Sunday, 19th June.

Nominations should comply with the NBCA's constitution and nominee(s) should acquaint themselves with Section 14 and Section 17 which details the nomination requirements and duties of the position. These guidelines can be referenced in the constitution which is available from the Downloads area of the NBCA web site.

Allen Woodham OAM
Executive Officer