Chatswood Early Risers Toastmasters

10/10/2026

🎉 A Morning Full of Laughter at Chatswood Early Risers! 🎉

This week’s Toastmasters meeting was bursting with energy, humour, and unstoppable laughter. Even our Chair Simon and Acting SAA/Secretary Dean couldn’t keep straight faces — their contagious laughter set the tone for a fun, relaxed, and memorable session.

From witty Table Topics to spontaneous moments that had the whole room giggling, it was one of those mornings that reminded us why CER is such a joyful, supportive community.

Thank you to all members and guests for bringing your smiles, your spirit, and your humour.
Toastmasters is where confidence grows — and laughter thrives. ✨

03/10/2026

Starting the long weekend with a throwback to wind swept Wellington — sunnies, overcoat, big smile, and the classic Wellington breeze doing its thing.

CER members, we’re running a fun photo challenge this long weekend. Snap something unique or interesting from your adventures and post it to your preferred social media platform with and .
The most creative post wins a $10 coffee voucher and a feature in our CER spotlight at Tuesday’s meeting.

Visitors are welcome to join in too — if you’re curious about Toastmasters or want to build speaking confidence, come visit our CER meeting next Tuesday, 6 October.

26/09/2026

20/09/2026

✨ Our Website Just Got a Fresh New Look! ✨

We’ve updated our Chatswood Early Risers Toastmasters website with new Member Stories, a refreshed Visitors page, and brand new Newsflash highlights from our recent meetings.

If you’re curious about Toastmasters or looking for a supportive place to grow your confidence and communication skills, come take a look — and visit us on Tuesday mornings!

📌 Member Stories Real journeys from our members — including Dean’s podcast and Lily’s joining story https://www.earlyrisers.org.au/wpsite/member-stories/

📌 Visitors Page New member video + updated layout https://www.earlyrisers.org.au/wpsite/visitors/

📌 Latest News Flashes Weekly highlights + member achievements https://www.earlyrisers.org.au/wpsite/latest-news-flashes/

06/09/2026

What a phenomenal meeting this week! 🚀✨

Our room was absolutely buzzing with energy as we welcomed several fantastic visitors and shared some brilliant impromptu speeches.

Please give a massive, warm Toastmasters welcome to our newest member, Lily, who officially joined our club family this week on the very same day as her first visit! We are so excited to support you on your communication and leadership journey. 🌟

🌟A huge congratulations also goes out to our Yak Yak Award winner, Nitin, who absolutely blew us away with his impromptu speaking skills as a visitor! 🏆

🗣️Success leaves clues, and the energy in our club right now is contagious. If you’ve been thinking about boosting your confidence, conquering stage fright, or sharpening your leadership skills—this is your sign to join us.

📅 Our Next Meeting: Tuesday, 8 September 2026 at 7:15 am
📍 Location: Dougherty Community Centre, 7 Victor Street, Chatswood 2067
🎟️ Cost: Free for visitors!

Come along and experience the momentum for yourself.

16/08/2026

Looking to improve your speaking confidence?
Our friendly Toastmasters club meets face‑to‑face every Tuesday morning in Chatswood, and visitors are always welcome.

This week’s meeting is a great one for first‑timers — engaging speeches, fun Table Topics, and a warm, supportive atmosphere.
No preparation needed, and your first three visits are free.

📅 Tuesday, 7:15am–8:25am
📍 Dougherty Community Centre, 7 Victor St, Chatswood
🔗 RSVP here:
https://www.meetup.com/en-au/join-toastmasters-sydney/events/316573059/?eventOrigin=your_events

23/06/2026

In Loving Memory of Brian Johnson and Louise Rigby:

As we reflect on the contributions of our beloved Toastmasters, we honor two remarkable individuals:

Brian Johnson:

Passed Away: March 2025
Description: The gentleman in the black suit
Achievements:
Former Distinguished Toastmaster
Served in various executive officer positions at Club and Divisional levels
Legacy:
Respected mentor to many
Known for his wisdom and warmth

Louise Rigby:

Passed Away: June 2026
Description: The tallest blonde lady wearing a red hat and bright pink blazer jacket
Achievements:
Completed 3 Pathways
Served as Vice President Membership (2x) and Sergeant at Arms (2x)
Recipient of multiple District Triple Crown awards/badges
Legacy:
Unique and creative speaker, celebrated for her speeches on buttons and fashion
Remembered for her exceptional sense of style and kindness

22/06/2026

🌟 Toastmasters Update! 🌟

Over five weeks ago, Arseny won the Yak Yak Award for his unforgettable table topics speech, brilliantly channeling a well known president! 🎤

Join us next week to see if he can outdo himself—because when it comes to delivering iconic speeches, Arseny is truly in a league of his own! 🏆✨

15/03/2026

Chatswood Early Risers Toastmasters - Anthony Low’s Win Shines Bright at Sunday's Hawksburry Division Toastmasters Speech Contest!

Anthony from our Club captured First Place in Table Topics section — a standout among strong contenders.

The win highlights Anthony’s quick thinking, warmth, and confidence on stage.

This elevates our profile and fuels momentum for upcoming meetings.

Congratulations to Anthony and to the team for showing up with heart and grit.

(Photo credit from Akash Singh)

28/02/2026

D90 Area 6 Speech Contest recap – Lane Cove from last Sunday, 22 Feb:

* Anthony Low: Table Topics Champion — exhibiting exceptional quick thinking, clear articulation, and the ability to transform prompts into a winning performance.

* Akash: Humorous Speech Runner-Up — demonstrating flawless comedic timing and natural charm that captivated the audience from start to finish.

* Amanda Hiu: International Speech spotlight — delivering a dramatic and well-crafted speech that left a lasting impression.

* Gary Tang: Expert Evaluation — providing precise and constructive feedback that highlighted opportunities for growth.

Courage on stage — congratulations to all participants for taking the stage, preparing diligently, and delivering their best performances.

Join us next time — come for inspiration, learning, and be prepared to compete.