CONTEST NIGHT

Meeting 828 gave members the opportunity to raise their performance by participating in a contest.

Firstly, the Interpretive Reading Contest which requires reading text expressively and using gestures to involve the audience. Our members listened to a humorous poem and text from books. Liz won with her brilliant rendition describing a hilarious travelling experience and Marlene obtained second place.

Secondly, the New Speaker Speech Contest, both presenters entertained the audience. Their use of props, the organisation of their speeches and the usage of expressive tones and volume of voice, was impressive. Mark won and Tony obtained second place.

Lastly, important evaluation skills were honed by our members acting in the judging roles. This meeting was very productive in increasing all our skills.

Meeting 827 - "The Wearing of the Green"

We celebrated St Patrick's day at our last meeting. It's a pity we couldn't have kissed the Blarney Stone before answering some Jonathon and Kylie's challenging Table Topics.

Michael won "Best Speech" with his fascinating history of the Osborne Hotel, which was actually the forerunner of "The Full Moon." He used a novel approach, and spoke as though it was in the present. 

 Meriel and Sharyn also presented very informative speeches.

 Guests Louise, Liz and Leonie came for the first time, and Maithri, Chris and Jessica came again. Chris and Jessica have decided to join our club.

Club Officer Training

Meriel, our President, Sharyn, VP Membership and Marlene, VP Education attended one training session in the city. Mark Hunter presented an interesting and thought provoking session which led to Monica managing to persuade Trish to stand on a table (beside a young muscle bound man) on a group of balloons. Toastmaster training is quite challenging.

Speaking Under Water

Toastmasters can talk under water. Liz and Sharyn walked under the Brisbane River in the Clem Jones tunnel and managed to talk allll the way......