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Monday 31 January 2011

Meeting 848 Overcoming Adversity

"Overcoming Adversity" was an appropriate theme for the day before Australia Day, since so many Australians have been coping with floods that have affected 75% of our country.

John got into the spirit and history of Australia by wearing a convict's outfit. His effort was appreciated and evoked comments such as, "Did Doris let you out for the night?"

Toastmaster Leesa kept the meeting flowing with inspiring quotes about overcoming adversity. The theme was also followed through with the Round Robin and Table Topics. Most of the Table Topics "victims" were relatively new Toastmasters, who overcame any signs of nervousness and rose to the occasion.

 Nicole efficiently performed the role of Timekeeper for the first time.

Marlene gave a demonstration of Interpretive Reading.


David presented his second speech titled, "Why is it so Hard?"

Liz presented her Icebreaker about what made her decide to emigrate to Australia. She won the Best Speaker and Personal Best awards.


 Guests Harry, Jeanene, Kerry and Linda said they enjoyed the meeting. We look forward to seeing them again next time.

Saturday 29 January 2011

Kurek Ashley Seminar.

"The person in the mirror is you biggest obstacle to achieving your goals."


This was many of the inspiring quotes delivered by peak performance coach Kurek Ashley at the seminar organised by District 69 Toastmasters at the Tingalpa State School.


Some of Kurek’s major accomplishments include:
Taking the Australian women's beach volleyball team to the Gold Medal at the 2000 Olympic Games.
Holds the world record for the longest firewalk.
Has acted in many Hollywood movies.
Author of book "How Would Love Respond."
David and I attended the seminar and came home feeling inspired and challenged.


Monday 10 January 2011

Dates for your Diary

Metro Div Education and Training– again three opportunities for club executives and members to attend
training:
3rd Feb @ HACC rooms Prince Charles Hospital, Chermside; or
5th Feb St Joseph’s College Spring Hill; or
9th Feb Level ?? Telstra Building Brisbane George Street Brisbane

Toastmasters Week 14th Feb – 20th Feb:
This is a chance to organise a special event at your club and invite local community organisations or guests
so we can promote all that is terrific about Toastmasters.

Area 8 Interpretative Reading and Novice Speaker Contests
Sunday - 27th February @ The Auditorium – Eventide, Brighton.

Metro Division Conference:
Saturday 12 March, Bronco’s Leagues Club Fulcher Road Redhill

District Conference 29th April – 2nd May @ Inverell
Friday 30 April to Monday 2 May 2011—Sparkle Best In The West
Inverell Town Hall, Otto Street Inverell— go to www.toastmastersd69.org/events/district-69-convention-2011
Includes Election of District Officers: Nominees: District Governor-John Kay, Lt.Gov.Education & Training—Charlie Starrett , Lt. Gov Marketing—Marilyn Freeman, Carolyn Phillips, Jim Jaeger