Monday, December 16, 2024

CONCORD WEST TOASTMASTERS END OF YEAR CELEBRATION – TUESDAY 17th DECEMBER 2024

PRON PROHM RESTAURANT 

NORTH STRATHFIELD 

Concord West Toastmasters celebrated the end of a Calendar Year with a fabulous night at our former venue Prohm Prom Thai Restaurant in North Strathfield. It was particularly good to have almost all our current Membership present for fine food, great fellowship and fun Trivia. We were also able to celebrate with our first ever ‘mum to be’ member of our Club and wish her well for the upcoming birth. 

We resume on the second Tuesday in January. 
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our followers. 
🌲🎄😎🤩🥂








Monday, December 9, 2024

CONCORD WEST TOASTMASTERS CLUB – 10th DECEMBER 2024 – MEETING No: 1490

 “FESTIVITIES”


Venue – Concord Memorial Hall

Call to Order S@A: Brendan D.

President’s Opening and Guest Welcome – Lana S.

 

Chairman One: Dilani B [FIRST].

Agenda Update: Mario G. 

Apologies: Peter C, Kate C, Carlos V, Rumi M, Hayley Y.

Visitor Introductions: Nil.

Reading of the Club Mission: Dilani B. 

Grammarian (WOD): John H “Festivities”

Ice Breaker: “Share what Christmas means to you, or what activities you participate in over Christmas.” ALL

 

Prepared Speech Session:  

Toastmaster – Alex L.

 

Prepared Speech 1: Mario G: [PW IP5:Final] – “What a Journey”
Prepared Speech 2: John H: [PW PM5:Final] – “Mastering Presentation”

Evaluation 1: Kelly Z.

Evaluation 2: Lana S.

 

BREAK: 

 

Call to Order – Brendan D.

Chairman Two: Maro G. 

Toast: Moji A. “A Safe Festive Season”

 

Table Topics Session

Table Topics Master – Brendan D. (On Theme)

Evaluator Odd Speakers – Matthew S.

Evaluator Even Speakers – Kelly Z.

 

Book, Film, Food Review: Dilani B – “Reacher” TV Series

Book, Film, Food Review: Moji A – “Celine Dion” Documentary

 

Grammarian Report – John H.

Timers Report: Matthew S.

Ums & Ahs Report: Dilani B.

Big Ears: Lana S.

Meeting Overview: Mario G.

Visitor Feedback: Nil

Planning Forward: Mario G. 

 

President’s Closing Remarks: Lana S.

 

Coming Up:

 

Next Meeting

Tuesday 14th January 2025

 

End of Year / Christmas Function TBC

Pron Prohm Thai Restaurant North Strathfield 7:00PM

Monday, December 2, 2024

CONCORD WEST TOASTMASTERS CLUB – 3rd DECEMBER 2024 – MEETING No: 1489

“HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHTS”


 

Venue – Zoom

Call to Order S@A: Brendan D.

President’s Opening and Guest Welcome – Lana S.

 

Chairman One: Alex L.

Agenda Update: Mario G. 

Apologies: Moji A.

Visitor Introductions: Robert

Reading of the Club Mission: Brendan D. 

Grammarian (WOD): Lana S “Anachronism”

Ice Breaker: “Share interesting historical events and figures. (Modern and Ancient).” ALL

 

Prepared Speech Session:  

Toastmaster – Matthew S.



Prepared Speech 1: Matthew S: [PW L4] 
“Squash the Silence; Amplifying Our Club’s Social Media Presence”

 

Evaluation 1: Hayley Y.

 

BREAK: 

 

Call to Order – Brendan D.

Chairman Two: John H.

Toast: Mario G. “Learning from our Mistakes”

 

Table Topics Session

Table Topics Master – Mario G. (On Theme)

Evaluator Odd Speakers – Rumi M.

Evaluator Even Speakers – Hayley Y.

 

Book, Film, Food Review: John H – “The Jury on SBS Demand”

 

Timers Report: Alex L.

Ums & Ahs Report: Brendan D.

Big Ears: [Nil]

Meeting Overview: John H.

Visitor Feedback: Robert

Planning Forward: Mario G. 

 

President’s Closing Remarks: Lana S.

 

Coming Up:

 

Next Meeting

Tuesday 10th December 2024

 

End of Year / Christmas Function TBC

Monday, November 25, 2024

CONCORD WEST TOASTMASTERS CLUB – 26th NOVEMBER 2024 – MEETING No: 1488

“TECHNOLOGY”


 

Venue – Concord Memorial Hall

Call to Order S@A: Brendan D.

President’s Opening and Guest Welcome – Lana S.

 

Chairman One: Brendan D.

Agenda Update: Mario G. 

Apologies: John H.

Visitor Introductions: Nil

Reading of the Club Mission: Dilani B. 

 

Ice Breaker: “Explore the latest advancements and innovations.” ALL

 

Prepared Speech Session:  

Toastmaster – Matthew S.

 

Prepared Speech 1: Mystery Guest: Mario’s Daughter with School presentation

Prepared Speech 2: Lana S: [NO PATHWAY OR TITLE RECORDED}

 

Evaluation 1: Open to All

Evaluation 2: Carlos V.

 

BREAK: 

 

Call to Order – Brendan D.

Chairman Two: Alex L. 

Toast: Carlos V. [TOPIC NOT RECORDED]

 

Table Topics Session

Table Topics Master – Mario G. (On Theme)

Evaluator Odd Speakers – Carlos V.

Evaluator Even Speakers – Brendan D.

 

Book, Film, Food Review: Lana S – [NOT RECORDED]

Book, Film, Food Review: Carlos V – [NOT RECORDED]

 

Timers Report: Brendan D.

Ums & Ahs Report: Delani B.

Big Ears: Matthew S.

Meeting Overview: Lana S.

Visitor Feedback: Nil

Planning Forward: Mario G. 

 

President’s Closing Remarks: Lana S.

 

Coming Up:

 

Next Meeting

Tuesday 3rd December 2024

 

End of Year / Christmas Function TBC

Saturday, November 16, 2024

LACHLAN DIVISION HUMOROUS & TABLE TOPICS CONTEST – 17th NOVEMBER 2024

 LACHLAN DIVISION

HUMOROUS & TABLE TOPICS CONTEST


First time Competitor and Concord West Toastmaster Brendan D took out 3rd Place in the 3rd Level of Competition in the Lachlan Division Table Topics Contest.

A big congratulation to Brendan for stepping up to compete and doing so well and representing Concord West Toastmasters at this illustrious level.

Monday, November 11, 2024

CONCORD WEST TOASTMASTERS CLUB – 12th NOVEMBER 2024 – MEETING No: 1487

“MOTIVATION”

 


Venue – Concord Memorial Hall

Call to Order S@A: Brendan D.

President’s Opening and Guest Welcome – Lana S.

 

Chairman One: Brendan D.

Agenda Update: Lana S. 

Apologies: Mario G, John H.

Visitor Introductions: [NOT RECORDED]

Reading of the Club Mission: [NOT RECORDED]. 

 

Ice Breaker: “Share Inspiring Stories and motivational tips.” ALL

 

Prepared Speech Session:  

Toastmaster – Alex L.

 

Prepared Speech 1: [NOT RECORDED]

 

Evaluation 1: [NOT RECORDED].

 

BREAK: 

 

Call to Order – Brendan D.

Chairman Two: [NOT RECORDED]. 

Toast: [NOT RECORDED]

 

Table Topics Session

Table Topics Master – Matthew S. (On Theme)

Evaluator Odd Speakers – Moji A.

Evaluator Even Speakers – Peter C.

 

Timers Report: [NOT RECORDED]

Ums & Ahs Report: Cleo Z.

Big Ears: Rashi B.

Visitor Feedback: [NOT RECORDED]

Planning Forward: Lana S. 

 

President’s Closing Remarks: Lana S.

 

Coming Up:

 

Next Meeting

Tuesday 26th November 2024

 

Lachlan Division Humorous & Table Topics Contest

17th November 2024

Revesby Workers Club

 

Monday, November 4, 2024

CONCORD WEST TOASTMASTERS CLUB – 5th NOVEMBER 2024 – MEETING No: 1486

“HUMOUR”

 

Venue – Zoom

President’s Opening and Guest Welcome – Lana S

 

Chairman One: John H.

Agenda Update: Mario G. 

Apologies: Brendan D, Carlos V, Dilani B.

Visitor Introductions: Carina A.

Reading of the Club Mission: Cleo Z. 

Grammarian: WOD – Alex L. “Hilarious”

Ice Breaker: “Share funny stories and experiences.” ALL

 

Prepared Speech Session:  

Toastmaster – Matthew S.

 

Prepared Speech 1: Mario G. [IP 5:2] – High Performance Leadership – “Project Planning”

Evaluation 1: Matthew S.

 

BREAK: 

 

Call to Order – John H.

Chairman Two: Alex L.

Toast: Cleo Z. – “To the Curve Balls” [FIRST]

 

Table Topics Session

Table Topics Master – Mario G. (On Theme)

Evaluator Odd Speakers – John H.

Evaluator Even Speakers – Lana S.

 

Book, Film or Food Review: Lana S. – “Casino the Movie from 1995

Grammarian: Alex L.

Timers Report: Cleo Z. [FIRST]

Meeting Overview: Matthew S.

Visitor Feedback: Carina A.

Planning Forward: Mario G. 

 

President’s Closing Remarks: John H (IPP)

Presentation of New Member Certificate to New Member Cleo Z.

 

Coming Up:

 

Next Meeting
12th November 2024.


Lachlan Division Humorous & Table Topics Contest

17rh November 2024

Revesby Workers

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

TUESDAY 29th OCTOBER – 5th TUESDAY SOCIAL

 5th TUESDAY CLUB SOCIAL

THE CONCORD

In keeping with our policy of providing an opportunity for a casual catch up on the 5th Tuesdays of the month, Lana, Mario, Carlos and John had a quiet but very pleasant time over a meal at the new "Concord" Club.

Carlos even brought some homemade dessert to share.

The purpose of these informal gatherings is to build camaraderie outside of the more formally structured meetings.

Generally Members and even recent Visitors are welcome to come along for a few hours or so for a meal, or a drink or just a coffee at their leisure.

Do try and make it along on some occasions.

 

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

SUNDAY 27th OCTOBER 2024 – DISTRICT 70 AWARDS CEREMONY

2023-2024 DISTRICT 70

ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY

REVESBY WORKERS CLUB


Concord West Toastmasters took out 3 District Awards.

Harini was Awarded the District Staff Officer Merit Award

for her exceptional work coordinating Club Officer Training in 2023-2024

__________________________________________

Immediate Past President John accepted the Public Relations Award on behalf of the Club for the Print Category 

For our Club Visitor Pack


______________________________________________________________

Current Club President Lana
was awarded the highest District Award
TOASTMASTER OF THE YEAR 2023-2024

Lana joins a very distinguished list on names on the Tony Zammit Shield. 
To recognise her amazing work right across the District supporting, building and starting new Clubs and demonstrating the core values of Toastmasters.









Saturday, October 26, 2024

SUNDAY 27th OCTOBER 2024 – AREA 6 – HUMOROUS & TABLE TOPICS CONTEST

 

 AREA 6
HUMOROUS AND TABLE TOPICS CONTEST
Burwood RSL Club

TABLE TOPICS
Subject: "The Best Kept Secret"
Concord West represented by Club Champion – Brendan D


Brendan D won First Place out of a field of 5 Contestants.
Brendan goes on to represent Area 6 at the Lachlan Division Contest in November.



HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST
Concord West represented by Club Champion – Mathew S.
Speech Title – "I Suffer from MCS"


Matthew S was a highly credible Runner Up out of a field of 5 Contestants.


Congratulations also to Concord West Member Kelly Z as Toastmaster 
for the Area 6 Humorous Speech Contest. 



Monday, October 21, 2024

CONCORD WEST TOASTMASTERS CLUB – 22nd OCTOBER 2024 – MEETING No: 1485

 “STORYTELLING” 

Venue – Concord Memorial Hall

President’s Opening and Guest Welcome – John H (On behalf of President Lana)

 

Chairman One: John H.

Agenda Update: Mario G. 

Apologies: Rumi M, Lana S.

Visitor Introductions: Claude. Glenn, Others

Reading of the Club Mission: Dilani B. 

 

Ice Breaker: “Share engaging and imaginative stories.” ALL

 

Prepared Speech Session:  

Toastmaster – Brendan D

 

Prepared Speech 1: Mario G. [IP 5:1] – “Panel Discussion – Subject AI”

Prepared Speech 2: Matthew S. [REHEARSAL] – “Living with MCS”  Humorous Speech Contest

 

Evaluation 1: John H.

Open Evaluation: All

 

BREAK: 

 

Call to Order – Brendan D.

Chairman Two: Mario G. 

Toast: Visitor Claude. – “To Retirement” [FIRST]

 

Table Topics Session

Table Topics Master – John H. (On Theme)

Evaluator Odd Speakers – Mario G.

Evaluator Even Speakers – Matthew S.

 

Timers Report: Dilani B.

Ums & Ahs Report: Visitor Glenn [FIRST].

Visitor Feedback: Claude, Glenn & Others

Planning Forward: Mario G. 

 

President’s Closing Remarks: John H (IPP)

Presentation of New Member Certificate to New Member Cleo Z.



Plus formerly presented our 2 Club Champions with their Table Topics and Humorous Speech Certificates.

 

Coming Up:

 

Area 6 Humorous & Table Topics Contest

Sunday 27th October 2024

Burwood RSL

 

District 70 Awards

Sunday 27th October 2024

Revesby Workers

 

Fifth Tuesday Social

The Concord 7:15pm

 

Lachlan Division Humorous & Table Topics Contest

Mid November