From The Foundation

GREG FINLAY | FOUNDATION CHAIRMAN

My grandfather, Frederick Finlay, and his brothers made a significant contribution to the College in 1948 to purchase equipment for the establishment of a College Pipe Band, which was a long-held dream of BT DeConlay. This coincided with the College’s acquisition of kilts at that time. As the Chairman of the College Foundation, and a lifelong enthusiast of pipe bands, I extend an invitation to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of this momentous occasion. The College is hosting the inaugural Australian Youth Pipe Band Championship on 29 -30 September, and we would be delighted to have you join us as part of this event. It would be wonderful to bring together members of the SCOTS PGC College Pipe Band from over the years and all those past Collegians who have proudly worn the Cameron of Erracht kilt.

On Friday night, we will start with drinks at School House, followed by a BBQ on Circular Drive. Youth solos will be performed in the Chapel and Assembly Hall. On Saturday morning, we have the opportunity to march down Palmerian Street, enjoy a reunion lunch on Briggs Oval, and participate in a mass pipe band at the end of the championship. We extend an open invitation to all past students who were involved in either the band or the kilt to join us in celebrating this milestone.

The Celticfest will take place at the Warwick Showgrounds on Sunday, 1 October, and we hope you can make it a weekend to remember. If you are interested in being involved, please book your accommodation as soon as possible as it will be in short supply. Please feel free to contact me - finlayhay@y7mail.com