Meeting 905 "The Ekka"

Peter

It's Ekka week - that's the Brisbane Exhibition or Show,  so of course that was the theme of the meeting. Peter introduced the word "Ostentation" which also means "show or exhibition" in another sense of the word.

We were delighted to welcome five guests, Maria, Shashi, Pamela, Gwen and James.

Leesa

Round Robin Master Dave asked us " Are you going to the Ekka - if not, why not?"  Many said they were not going, because of the crowds, and spread of flu etc, but some members are going to be there, volunteering on stalls or with family.

Toastmaster Leesa (also wearing her secretary hat) kept us informed with information abut the Ekka.

Annette in Table Topics

Ian's Table Topics session brought out the creativity of Annette, Liz Wo, Peter and Jonathon. They were so entertaining, I forgot to take photos of most of them.

The topics were, (not exact words)
"What from your life would you like to be put on display 100 years time?" 

 "In the final round to select host city for the World Fair, how would you promote your city?" 

 "What is the secret plot and what do the letters EKKA stand for?" 

Sharyn

"Are you for or against exhibitionism?"

The Table Topics were evaluated by Sharyn.

Nick presented his Ice Breaker speech. He appeared quite confident as he told of the main events in his life and the difficulties he had overcome.

Marlene evaluated Nick's speech.

Ron

Our new data projector is being put to good use. Ron presented an  speech "The Rain Man of Web Sites" and told us some interesting facts about Google that we didn't know before. It was his second speech.

Jonathon presented his 8th Speech, titled "The Weird and Wonderful Evolution of Whales."  He showed us how weird and wonderful it is!  Liz Wo evaluated Ron's speech, and Trish evaluated Jonathon's speech.

Jonathon

Another interesting speaker was John  T who demonstrated his vocal variety in his speech,
"One Angry Nation - From Fair Go to Aggro."

It was evaluated by Maureen.

John T

Maureen

The Business Session , chaired by Sharyn, ran smoothly and provided some practice moving motions and amendments.

Ian's raffle with a money prize was very popular. It was won by Dave.

Dave won Ian's raffle

Time Keeper Nicole

Time Keeper Nicole announced that we were running 10 minutes overtime. (It was a very full meeting.)

In the absence of our President Liz We, Immediate Past President Annette closed the meeting and presented awards to Leesa (Best Contribution,) Nick (Personal Best,) John T (Best Speech,) Jonathon (Best Table Topic,) and Trish and Marlene. (Best Evaluation - tie.)

Award winners 13 Aug 2013

A new star is born!

Welcome to our newest potential Toastmaster, Edison, who was born on the 29th July. 

We are looking forward to meeting him soon.

Congratulations to proud parents Harry and Jennine. 

Harry & Jennine with new baby, Edison

Toastmasters at Einbunpin 2013

Trish had an encounter with the Einbunpin Bunyip at the annual Einbunpin Festival last Sunday, where Sandgate Toastmasters had an information stall. 

Trish  with Einpinpin Bunyip

 Thanks to all our members who helped - those who organised, prepared brochures, lent equipment, set up, etc.  Here are some of them. (I didn't get photos of those on the early rosters or who packed up at the end of the day)

Annette & Inge

Liz Wo, John T, Sharyn

Nicole and June

A number of people stopped at our stall and received information about our club. We hope to see some of them at our next meeting on the 13th August. I wonder if the Bunyip will turn up!

Past TM members, Kylie and Narda

It was good to meet up with some past Toastmasters at the Festival.  I was able to introduce Narda, a member from way back, to Kylie, a more recent member. Kylie was busy with a stall of her own.

Kylie loves putting all she learnt at Toastmasters into action as a health coach - including listening carefully, and explaining clearly and effectively. As a health coach, Kylie inspires busy people to regain energy, desirable weight, health and happiness. She does this by helping them make achievable changes to whichever areas of their lifestyle that are unbalanced, whether nutrition, exercise, career, relationships, creativity, finances or joy. Kylie's experience at Toastmasters as VPPR also helped her set up her blog, check it out at http://healthwellnessrevolution.com. 

How might you use what you are learning at Toastmasters?

Judge & Contest Training

Take advantage of this timely training before the coming speech contest season.

Metro Division Judges Training

Banyo Library Sunday 11 August 8.30 – 2.40

Training Includes:

• what makes a good judge;
• the judging criteria;
• special requirements for Table Topics, Evaluation Contests, Humorous speeches and International Contests;
• ending with some judging practice.
  And it’s FREE 
  (other than $2 for morning tea and a plate of food to share for lunch)

Please register by emailing tlim@toastmastersd69.orgwith your name, contact details and club name before 8 August 2013.

Programme for Judges Training

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Club Officer Training 2013

A vital ingredient of a successful Toastmasters Club is an Executive Team that knows how to perform their duties. Toastmasters conducts training sessions twice a year which club officers are encouraged to attend. Some of our club officers attended the night time sessions during the week. I went with Leesa, Sharyn, Trish, Nicole and Annette to the Training Day at St Joseph's College last Saturday.

Leesa, Sharyn, Trish, Nicole, Annette,

Trish was the presenter of the sessions, Risk Management,  Distinguished Club Programme, and High Performance Leadership.

Presenter Trish

Sharyn presented the session on being Club President. Another member of our club, John S presented a session on the History of Toastmasters.

We all learnt something that will be of benefit to our club.