WA STATE FINAL - Now open for entries! The competition is free to enter and is open to all Rostrum WA members! From novice speakers to experienced Freemen, all are welcome to enter and compete in the WA State Final! The WA State Final will be...
The Arthur Garvey trophy beckons...
Semi- Final Dates and Venues Announced Semi Final #1 Thursday September 29th Club 50 Canning Speakers Location: The Canning Arts Centre, Corner High and Riley Roads Riverton Parking: on-site parking is available. Start: 6:30 pm Cover Charge: $20, includes a light meal and refreshments. Please RSVP to Susan on 0439 935 808 Semi...
Some good ideas to help you with your next presentation Preparation and Practice It is EVERYTHING! Generally speaking, for a speech you have not performed in the past, your research, preparation and practice should take up eighty times the time of the presentation itself (an 80:1 ratio)....
Specialist Speeches - Funerals It is a great honour to be asked to speak at a funeral, whether you are giving the main eulogy or a supporting speech, or would simply like to say a few words about the deceased. Find out what is expected of you – ...
Commitment Congratulations to Carmel Philippe Shugg who was accredited as a Critic in July. Carmel attended the critic/coach training in 2014 and has been developing her skills at Club 64 (Leedy Speakers). Carmel is especially passionate about seeing young people develop their public speaking skills, which is...
Jeanette wins the John Barton trophy Kelly Martinovich (Club 50), Michael Quinn (21), Jeanette Palumbo (11) and Will Wong (15) impressed both the adjudicators and the audience at the South of the River Speaking Competition. (Photo R Fogliani) The Board Room at the Gosnells Hotel was packed...
Do you want to be able to write an award winning speech? A speech so good that you could enter and win the Arthur Garvey Speaker of the Year? Here is a bit of wisdom and wise words from some of Rostrum WA's most experienced speakers. Choose a...
Making a speech memorable A good speech leaves the audience wanting more. A memorable speech also gives them something to mull over and discuss for some time afterwards. To be memorable, a speech needs: A logical structure and progression of ideas. A speaker has to remember a speech to...
Tips and Tools for Success in your Rostrum WA Club VENUE Find a permanent meeting place in a convenient location, which is easy for visitors to find, pleasant to be in and where you can display a sign and posters. Consider availability of a meal and...
