ANZAC - SYDNEY UNIVERSITY REGIMENT
Tim Badger Tim Badger

ANZAC - SYDNEY UNIVERSITY REGIMENT

The Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums performed in a multitude of locations during ANZAC Day.

The majority of the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums went into the city and once in the city, split into two mini bands.

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anzac day IRISH EX-SERVICES
Tim Badger Tim Badger

anzac day IRISH EX-SERVICES

The Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums performed in a multitude of locations during ANZAC Day.

The majority of the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums went into the city and once in the city, split into two mini bands.

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ANZAC DAY NEPEAN HOSPITAL SERVICE
Tim Badger Tim Badger

ANZAC DAY NEPEAN HOSPITAL SERVICE

On Wednesday 23rd of April, two members of the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums (Tim Badger - President and Alan Harris - piper, were invited to the annual ANZAC Commemorative Service at the Nepean Hospital.

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BUNNINGS EASTER FAMILY NIGHT
Tim Badger Tim Badger

BUNNINGS EASTER FAMILY NIGHT

On Thursday 10th April 2025, three members of the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums were invited to perform at the South Penrith Bunnings Easter Family Night.

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2025 BUNDANOON HIGHLAND GATHERING
Tim Badger Tim Badger

2025 BUNDANOON HIGHLAND GATHERING

On Saturday 5th April 2025, the very “NEW LOOK” Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums attended the annual Bundanoon Highland Gathering. Due to washouts in previous years, this was the first time the event was able to be held in three years.

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ONE BIG BREATH
Tim Badger Tim Badger

ONE BIG BREATH

On Saturday 29th Mar 2025, three members of the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums (China, Mark and Sue) were involved in the 12 hour “ONE BIG BREATH” bagpipe marathon at Liverpool Catholic Club.

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2025 Greek national day
Tim Badger Tim Badger

2025 Greek national day

On Sunday 23 Mar 2025, approximately 14 members of the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums headed into Sydney City to perform at the annual Greek National Day. It was a fantastic event and a good rehearsal for the upcoming Bundanoon Highland Gathering.

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Kaydence strives for perfection
Tim Badger Tim Badger

Kaydence strives for perfection

The newest and youngest member of the band, Kaydence, may not be at the level to perform with the band as yet, but she is keen to assist and represent.

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ST PATRICKS DAY 2025
Tim Badger Tim Badger

ST PATRICKS DAY 2025

On Sunday 16 Mar 2025, 15 members of the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums played at the annual St Patrick’s Day Parade in Sydney City. It was a great event and opportunity for the band to give back to the community.

SNAKES, LEPRECHAUNS AND POTS OF GOLD: Why do we celebrate St Patrick’s Day?

Don your green, grab a Guiness and get ready for a great afternoon. It is St Patrick’s Day.

But who was St Patrick, and why do we celebrate all things Irish on this day?

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CONGRATULATIONS JOLLY FAMILY
Tim Badger Tim Badger

CONGRATULATIONS JOLLY FAMILY

On behalf of the entire Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums, and our families, I would like to congratulate the Jolly family, who joined our band a little over two years ago, on becoming Australian Citizens.

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Granville memorial
Tim Badger Tim Badger

Granville memorial

On Saturday 18 January 2025, Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of New South Wales and Mr Dennis Wilson, as Official guests attended a Memorial Service in memory of the victims of the Granville Train Disaster, at the Granville Train Disaster Memorial Gardens, Granville. Also in attendance playing at the event was our 2024 most improved piper, Alan Harris.

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FLASH MOB
Tim Badger Tim Badger

FLASH MOB

On Saturday 26th Oct 2024, the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums, along with members from the Blue Mountains Pipes and Drums, Hornsby RSL Pipe Band, Southern Cross Liverpool Catholic Club Pipe Band, Northern Suburbs Pipe Band, Parramatta RSL Caledonian Pipe Band and the NSW Police Pipe Band conducted a “FLASH MOB” at Westfield Penrith Plaza.

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NEW DRUMMING PRACTICE TIMES
Tim Badger Tim Badger

NEW DRUMMING PRACTICE TIMES

Hi All,

The Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums have a new Drum Sergeant, Justin Mannering. Justin is a Tier 1 drummer and is a welcome addition to our band. Welcome mate.

After a few weeks of observing, and gaining a better knowledge and understanding of members availability, Justin has decided to re-structured rehearsals for the drummers:

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ANZAC Day 2024
Tim Badger Tim Badger

ANZAC Day 2024

Well ANZAC Day has come and gone for another year. As always, the Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums were very busy. The band was involved in 5 different events on the day, spread out from Penrith to Emu Plains, the Sydney CBD to Bondi Junction. The events being:

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