Welcome to Menai District Toastmasters website, this site is designed to provide information about Toastmasters and more importantly, what is happening at the Menai District Toastmasters club to assist the members and guests.
Club Mission
We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth. Through this mission, each toastmaster gains a clear understanding of the club’s purpose and the organisation as a whole benefits from a shared set of values and goals.
Club Officers 2021-2022
| Club President Arthur Ollett DTM - Mob: 0407 018 120 | Club VP_Education (Acting) Arthur Ollett DTM - Mob: 0407 018 120 |
| Club VP_Membership Jessica Wozniak - Mob: 0431 702 577 | Club VP_PublicRelations Louise (Lou) Beaton DTM |
| Club Secretary Mauricio Tapia DTM - Mob: 0405 834 445 | Club Treasurer John Drinkwater DTM - Mob: 0418 249 048 |
| Sergeant At Arms Arthur Ollett DTM - Mob: 0407 018 120 | Club Webmaster Ron Alexander DTM - Mob: 0412 599 017 |
| Immediate Past President Jane Stevens DTM | Speechcraft_Coordinator Arthur Ollett DTM - Mob: 0407 018 120 |
Club Meeting Dates – Due to the COVID-19 lock-down restrictions, face to face meeting have been cancelled until further notice. Visitors are welcome to participate in Zoom meetings. Visitors are requested to complete the ‘Visitor Enquiry’ form.
| AUGUST 2021 | SEPTEMBER 2021 |
|---|---|
| 10 August, 2021 Rick Haynes Humorous Speech Contest. All club meetings are now being held via Zoom until further notice. For online Zoom meetings information, please contact the Club President Arthur Ollett DTM. Visitors are welcome to join the Zoom meetings. | 7 September, 2021 Humorous Speech and Table Topic Contests. All club meetings are now being held via Zoom until further notice. For online Zoom meetings information, please contact the Club President Arthur Ollett DTM. Visitors are welcome to join the Zoom meetings. |
| 24 August, 2021 Regular Club Meeting All club meetings are now being held via Zoom until further notice. For online Zoom meetings information, please contact the Club President Arthur Ollett DTM. Visitors are welcome to join the Zoom meetings. | 21 September, 2021 Regular Club Meeting All club meetings are now being held via Zoom until further notice. For online Zoom meetings information, please contact the Club President Arthur Ollett DTM. Visitors are welcome to join the Zoom meetings. |
Visitors are very welcome, please contact us to advise of your attendance. There is no charge for visitors attending a club meeting and an offer to join our Toastmasters Club will be made on the 2nd or 3rd visit. Please click on the Visitor Enquiry Form and let us understand and help you achieve your requirements or goals.
What Is Speechcraft
Speechcraft is a short course teaching public speaking skills which will help to build self-confidence. Get comfortable in talking in front of a group, master your nerves in a fun, friendly and supportive, positive non-threatening environment.
What’s it all about and what are the benefits?
- Designed to develop public speaking skills
- Friendly, positive non-threatening environment
- Fellow students will be there for similar reasons as you
- Fellow students will be feeling the same emotions as you develop at your own pace
- Receive immediate positive and helpful feedback
- Most assisting Toastmasters are also Speechcraft graduates
- Develop your own individual style
- Gain a huge boost to your self confidence