Hay Highland and Scottish National Dancing

11/09/2026

HAY SHOW 💙🩵🤍| Our 'Hay, Let's Dance' girls are making their debut at the Hay Show in the Pavillion, dancing at 1pm. We are excited for their first performance!

30/08/2026

Congratulations to Elaine who competed at Wagga Eisteddfod today.

A fun day of dancing, she is bringing home a number of prizes, including 3rd in the Trophy Dance and Title. With her beautiful style and smile, she was awarded the Spirit Trophy.

Well done, Elaine, we are proud of you! 💙🩵

Thanks to the organisers for a wonderful competition.

30/08/2026

Well done, what a fabulous team! Veronica Law Since 63 💚🤍

26/08/2026

Sending best of luck for our World Highland Dancing Championships, especially dancers and Dougie McFarland from our sister school Veronica Law Since 63. 💚🤍

"**LIVESTREAM INFORMATION**

We’re delighted to confirm that our livestream service is back for 2026!

This year, we’re offering a 3-day pass for £30, giving you full access to coverage across all dancing boards throughout the event.

Your pass includes live coverage of:

- Scottish Championships & World Championship Qualifiers
- Scottish National Championships
- Argyllshire Championships
- Pre-Premier Competitions
- World Highland Dancing Championship

Once purchased, your pass will also give you access to the livestream on demand after the event, so you can go back and relive your favourite performances and memorable moments from Cowal 2026!

🎟️ 3-day pass with access to all Highland Dancing events: £30:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cowal-gathering-highland-dancing-championships-2026-tickets-1997558943573

18/08/2026

There will be no classes today, out of respect to the Goulding family. We look forward to seeing you next Wednesday.

Hay Services Club will be closed all day on Wednesday the 19th of August while we host a private event.

There will also be NO Bingo held on Wednesday.

We appreciate the understanding and kindness of our members and community as we allow those attending the privacy and space they need on the day. 🤍

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back as normal on Thursday the 20th of August

05/08/2026

Hay, let's dance today! Join us at the Hay Services Club at 4.15pm.

28/06/2026

Entries now open for Internationals.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctH2pH9_Wb9O1wxeS68CYr5WJ_iXxPhN6I3ui5GyorRS2yOw/viewform

Entry open; link in bio

18/06/2026

This week, our dancers celebrated Sailah turning 5. Happy birthday, Sailah! 🩷

The girls are enjoying learning some dances to perform at Hay Show.

14/06/2026

Our dancers enjoyed competing in Leeton today. Congratulations to Elaine, Ariana and MJ who performed well and had a successful day.

Thanks to Leeton Eisteddfod Society Inc for a wonderful competition and providing generous prizes that our ladies were pleased to be taking home.

31/05/2026

We are deeply saddened to hear the news of Diane's passing. She was a wonderful supporter of highland dancing and we loved having her come to Hay. There wouldn't be too many comps she hasn't been at or involved in.

Highland Dancing wouldn't be what it is without our amazing supporters and volunteers, and Di was one of NSW highland dancing's best.

To her family, especially her daughters, Justine, Peet and Casey, we send you our deepest condolensces at this very sad time.

Diane Banks, rest in peace.

Vale – Diane Banks

It is with sadness, that we announce the passing of our Life Member Diane Banks, and acknowledge the remarkable contribution to Highland dancing and the SDAA.

Diane’s journey with Highland dancing began in 1975, becoming an SDAA member in 1977 and later being awarded Life Membership in 1995.

Through her daughters Justine, Peta and Casey, she became deeply involved in the Highland dancing community, travelling extensively to competitions across Australia and forming friendships that would last a lifetime.

Over many years, Diane served the SDAA with dedication, including roles on Council, a term as President, and many years as Secretary and competition coordinator. Her commitment helped shape the Association.

Together with her beloved husband Les, Diane worked tirelessly behind the scenes, supporting fundraising efforts, debutante balls, competitions and countless Association activities. Their contributions, warmth and generosity touched generations of dancers and families.

Diane often reflected that Highland dancing gave her far more than busy weekends and memorable adventures—it gave her lifelong friendships and a community she cherished.

Having been part of the SDAA for almost 50 of its 70 years, her dedication, humour and unwavering support leave a lasting legacy.

We thank Diane for her extraordinary service, friendship and commitment to Highland dancing. She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all whose lives she touched.

“Here’s to the friendships, the laughter, the travels and the tartan.” 💙