Kicking Off the Year with a Win: Port Hunter Toastmasters Contest Results

At Port Hunter Toastmasters, we’ve started the year with a burst of energy and enthusiasm, diving straight into our first club contests. These competitions challenge our members to refine their public speaking and evaluation skills, providing an invaluable platform for growth and confidence-building.

Celebrating Our Winners


We’re thrilled to announce the results of our International Speech Contest and Speech Evaluation Contest:

International Speech Contest
🥇 Damien Challen
🥈 Jo Dovey
🥉 John Quinn

Speech Evaluation Contest
🥇 Diane Giblin
🥈 Jo Dovey
🥉 David Coleman

A huge congratulations to all participants! Stepping up to compete takes courage, and every contestant demonstrated outstanding dedication and skill. Competitions like these push us outside our comfort zones, helping us grow as speakers, leaders, and communicators.

Onward to the Next Round!

Our first-place winners will now move on to represent Port Hunter Toastmasters in the Area 15 contest on 16th March. We’re excited to cheer them on and see them take their skills to the next level.

Join Us and Elevate Your Speaking Skills


If you’ve ever wanted to improve your public speaking, boost your confidence, or simply meet like-minded people, now is the perfect time to get involved. We meet every Tuesday at 6:30 pm at Souths Merewether Leagues Club, right in the heart of Newcastle. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or just starting out, you’ll find a welcoming community ready to support your journey.

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