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The November edition of the Scottish Banner is now available-subscribe to receive each issue direct from us (if after just a single edition please contact us for one to be posted to you)!

Welcome to the Scottish Banner and thank you for taking the time to visit us. 

The Scottish Banner is the Scottish community’s international newspaper for ex-pat Scots or those with an interest in Scottish culture and tradition.

Available nationally across Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the USA and by world-wide subscription service, the Scottish Banner offers its readers stories on Scottish current affairs, regular feature columnists, history & heritage, genealogy, Scottish club & society news, event listings, piping features, recipes, and much more.

With writers and contributors based all over the world, the Scottish Banner gives its readers a true insight into the global Scottish perspective.

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Latest Scottish Banner Articles

Falling for Scotland: Autumn is good for the soul

Imagine this: the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot whilst on a woodland walk; a fresh breeze blowing in from the…

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The Royal Edinburgh Tattoo unveils first performers

Performers from across the globe and here in Australia have been announced to perform as part of The Royal Edinburgh…

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Face-to-face with Scotland’s Pictish past

An archaeology student from the University of Aberdeen came face-to-face with Scotland’s past when she unearthed an incredibly rare, carved…

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Deacon Blue announces 2026 Australia & New Zealand tour celebrating 40 years of music

Scottish pop-rock icons Deacon Blue are thrilled to announce their return to Australia in January and February 2026, and New…

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Pittsburgh’s 19th annual Balmoral Classic Weekend

Gathering, Piping & Drumming Competition, Concert, and Workshop. Friday, November 14, 7:30pm – Join in at the Pitch on Butler,…

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World Porridge Making Championship 2025

A care technology consultant from Norway has been crowned 2025 World Porridge Making Champion, following the competition held in Carrbridge…

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Ghost stories from Stirling Castle

Stirling Castle has all sorts of ghost stories to tell. Laurie Risk began working for Historic Environment Scotland (HES) as…

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How a Scottish carer went from living in a car with his dog to US wrestling stardom

A former carer from Motherwell who once lived in his car with his dog is now body slamming his way…

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Searching out Scotland’s historic graveyards

As thoughts turn to Hallowe’en and all things spooky and supernatural, what could be more sinister than that horror movie…

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Scotland’s History Village

East Linton is an East Lothian village with a certain old-world appeal; picturesque cottages and town houses with distinctive orange-red…

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Prehistoric Eden revealed in Fife

Many people who live in houses today may not be aware that they inhabit the same space that prehistoric peoples…

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The Scottish Banner celebrates 50 years in 2026 and has firmly established itself as the link to Scotland for many of its loyal readers. From Sydney to New York or Auckland to Toronto the Scottish Banner reaches the ex-pat Scottish community like no one else.

Each month the Scottish Banner accesses a large number of individuals, pipe band members, society and clan members, history and genealogy groups and more; all with a direct interest in Scottish products and information. The Scottish Banner is available by digital or print subscription, at newsagents and retailers, at Scottish events and various other outlets depending on your location.

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Whilst here, you can also read this months editorial or our Scotpourri (reader letters) pages. Also do have a look at our comprehensive events listings where you can see what is happening for Scots both closer to home and further afield, event organisers can add your event here.

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