For locals wanting to gain confidence and master public speaking, Glen Innes Toastmasters may be the answer.
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Members meet on the first, third, and fifth Thursday of the month at 6pm at Glen Innes Community Centre.
Like the other 15,000 Australian members and 345,000 worldwide, Glen Innes members of the non-profit educational organisation hone their communication and leadership skills by practising public speaking in a supportive environment.
This Thursday, the gathering was smaller than usual, due to the long weekend - but, vice-president Josephine Enoch said, it was nonetheless a lot of fun.
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"We had fascinating topics," Ms Enoch said. "The spontaneity and eclectic topics, within Toastmasters International's guidelines, make our club a stimulating and enjoyable experience."
On Thursday night, one of the club's newest members presented a six-minute speech - without notes - on the women's dance practice Qoya.
The new member (who wishes to remain anonymous) had only been a Toastmasters member for short while, and attributed her ability to speak in public to the club.
"The group is very supportive," she said. "I would recommend it for anyone who wants to go for a job interview, or even day-to-day conversations with people."
"We have mentors who can assist you to reach your goals, so it's a joint effort," Ms Enoch said. "This is personal development in action, without the hefty price tag."
The first three sessions free; joining costs $50, then $60 every six months. "This is much cheaper than a personal development course," Ms Enoch said.
The club was recently awarded a certificate for achieving six of its major goals. "As usual, Glen Innes as a town hits above our weight," Ms Enoch said.
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