Australia's 'most Scottish town' with its own Highland Gathering and tartan poles

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All across the world, Scottish culture and heritage can be felt. While the country's whisky and the legend of the Loch Ness Monster are known around the globe, some towns and villages have links to the country that go much deeper. ‌

The Daily Record recently took a look into settlements in Italy and Canada that are known for their historic ties to Scotland. Now, we are venturing all the way to Australia. ‌

Maclean is a small town situated in the Clarence Valley local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. It is home to a population of around 2,700 people. ‌

According to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation , Maclean is the "most Scottish town in Australia". The website states that this is due to a "combination of history, happenstanc