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Papakura Pipe Band
Band profile, current ranking snapshot, and competition history.
Current Rank Points
Current Place
#254
Total Points
1496.28
Average Points
-0.46
Best Result
5.19
Competitions Count
8
Rank points compare this band against each competition field. Higher points indicate stronger relative performance.
This band's best ranked result came at New Zealand Pipe Band Championships , with 5.19 rank points.
Movement Story
Overall Change Since Last Recalculation
1
Grade Rank
#30
Grade movement tracking coming soon.
Best Recent Recalculation Move
1
Latest Recalculation Impact
1
last competed Mar 21, 2026
Movement on this page means change since the last ranking recalculation, not necessarily since this band's last competition.
Rank Points Trend
Profile Highlights
Wins
0
Top 3 Finishes
4
Best Place
#2
Results Logged
9
Grade
4A
Last Competed
Mar 21, 2026
Best Recent Result
#2 at Jenny Mair Highland Square Day
Worst Recent Result
#7 at New Zealand Pipe Band Championships
2026 snapshot: 9 results logged, 4 top-three finishes, best placing 2.
Discipline Breakdown
Piping Avg
76.74
Drumming Avg
76.10
Ensemble Avg
84.67
Best Discipline
Ensemble
Weakest Discipline
Drumming
Consistency Score
89.2
Band Details
| Location | Papakura, Auckland |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1955 |
| Active | Active |
| Association | RNZPBA |
| Region | Oceania |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Website | Visit |
About the Band
Papakura Pipe Band is based in Papakura, Auckland, New Zealand, and was formed in 1955. The first recorded meeting to establish the band was held on 17 March 1955, with 25 prospective members attending.
The band has long served the local community through parades, public events, tuition, and competition. It wears the Gordon tartan and remains active in the New Zealand pipe band scene.
Public descriptions of the band emphasise its role in developing musical ability, especially among younger players, while maintaining a family-focused band culture.
Leadership & History
No leadership history is available yet.
Grade History
No grade history is available for this band yet.
Competition Results
| Date | Competition | Contest Grade / Section | Place | Set | Rank Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Mar 2026 | New Zealand Pipe Band Championships | 4A | 3 | MSR | 5.19 |
| 21 Mar 2026 | New Zealand Pipe Band Championships | 4A | 4 | Medley | 0.67 |
| 21 Mar 2026 | New Zealand Pipe Band Championships | Juvenile | 7 | March | -4.67 |
| 13 Dec 2025 | Jenny Mair Highland Square Day | 4 | 2 | MSR | 5.07 |
| 13 Dec 2025 | Jenny Mair Highland Square Day | 4 | 2 | Medley | 3.10 |
| 13 Dec 2025 | Jenny Mair Highland Square Day | Juvenile | 3 | March | -9.39 |
| 7 Mar 2025 | New Zealand Pipe Band Championships | 4A | 6 | MSR | -1.23 |
| 7 Mar 2025 | New Zealand Pipe Band Championships | Juvenile | 7 | March | -2.16 |
| 7 Mar 2025 | New Zealand Pipe Band Championships | 4A | 7 | Medley | -2.46 |