Silver Service Toastmasters NZ

Silver Service Toastmasters NZ Silver Service is an advanced club open to any Toastmaster who has achieved CC or Level 2 Pathway.

We meet at different restaurants in Auckland on the third Monday of each month.

LAUGHTER FILLED THE AIR in our closely fought Silver Service Toastmasters Humorous speech contest.Humorous contest chair...
03/09/2026

LAUGHTER FILLED THE AIR in our closely fought Silver Service Toastmasters Humorous speech contest.

Humorous contest chairman she warmed up the audience with an amusing tale of Harry Houdini and his most difficult escape, from the mayor’s talkative wife.

Glen showed us how to save the planet with “Scavenging 101”. Serena built resilience in “Misadventures of a Rusty Cyclist”. Gerard identified his favourite of three daughters in his fable “Introduction to Accounting”.

1st - Gerard
2nd - Serena
3rd - Glen

Congratulations to our winners! If you'd like to see how our top speakers hone thier skills, come to Silver Service Toastmasters, third Monday of every month, at a different Auckland restaurant each month.

“Is Youth Wasted on the Young?” was the topic we pondered in the Silver Service Toastmasters Club Table Topics contest. ...
01/09/2026

“Is Youth Wasted on the Young?” was the topic we pondered in the Silver Service Toastmasters Club Table Topics contest. Glen reminded us about the life lessons we need to learn when we’re young, like riding your bike hands-free into a pothole.
1st - Glen
2nd - Gerard
3rd - Serena

How would you answer the question? “Is Youth Wasted on the Young?”

30/08/2026

Our page has reached 500 followers! Thanks for spending time with us.

Come to our next dinner meeting! :)

All Silver Service executive members have attended club leadership training in Round One, including a hardy few who atte...
29/08/2026

All Silver Service executive members have attended club leadership training in Round One, including a hardy few who attended more than once. You might think we’ve been around too long to bother, but that’s not true. We pop in for the nuggets of cool ideas, new information and to say hello to members of other clubs who we would only see at District events. We’d prefer to attend training in person, so we can network and socialise more effectively, but online does save us travel time!

Ever wondered how much your Icebreaker would have changed if you delivered it again today?At Silver Service Toastmasters...
05/08/2026

Ever wondered how much your Icebreaker would have changed if you delivered it again today?

At Silver Service Toastmasters, Sandra went "Back to the Beginning" by delivering her Icebreaker speech again. She reflected on her Toastmasters journey, from completing Speechcraft, taking a break, then becoming a charter member of SovSpeak. She remembered her original Icebreaker all too well—clinging to the lectern for dear life!

Years later, things are very different. Sandra has learned to trust herself, trust her audience, and enjoy taking them on the journey. These days, the lectern gets a much easier ride.

If you still find yourself hanging on to the lectern, don't worry. Every speech is another step forward. Keep practising, be patient with yourself, and have confidence that your skills will continue to grow.

And if you've already given two or more Icebreakers over the years, why not revisit yours at Silver Service? Looking back at where you started is one of the best ways to appreciate just how far you've come. Silver Service Toastmasters meets on teh third Monday of every month at restaurants around Auckland. Contact us at [email protected] for details.

Brett took an “Unexpected Journey” when he planned to cycle the length of New Zealand. In a longer format, preparing-to-...
20/07/2026

Brett took an “Unexpected Journey” when he planned to cycle the length of New Zealand. In a longer format, preparing-to-give-a-keynote speech he was able to give a detailed account of his training regime, his DVT recovery, the passing of his father, the cycling friends he made and the cycle trips to West Coast and Japan. He is yet to cycle the length of New Zealand, but he has completed 3 Great Rides.

What Unexpected Journeys have you taken in life? What great material for a speech, along the way!

Share your journey with Silver Service Toastmasters, meeting every third Monday of the month, at different Auckland restaurants. Contact [email protected] for more details.

Everyone was uncharacteristically early to Silver Service Toastmasters last month, in anticipation of a delightful Abend...
19/07/2026

Everyone was uncharacteristically early to Silver Service Toastmasters last month, in anticipation of a delightful Abendessen (dinner) at Der Metz. Chairman Glen chose a theme of “Auf Wiedersehen” (farewell) as it was his last meeting as club president.

"Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go." - attributed to Oscar Wilde

Joan reflected on her multiple leadership styles in “Am I This or That or More”. Like a colourful patchwork quilt, she brought us vignettes of examples of her styles in action. Through her many leadership roles, including District Governor, Joan has the right leadership style for the occasion.

Silver Service Toastmasters provides a unique dining experience, combining the Toastmasters training programme with a sense of fun, a variety of settings and culinary tastes. Contact [email protected] to find out more.

Beat the Toastmasters Price Rise – Join Before 31 July! ⏰Thinking about improving your public speaking and leadership sk...
18/07/2026

Beat the Toastmasters Price Rise – Join Before 31 July! ⏰

Thinking about improving your public speaking and leadership skills? Now is the perfect time to join Silver Service Toastmasters.

Toastmasters International membership fees are increasing from 3 August 2026, but there's a window of opportunity to lock in the current rates.

Join by 31 July for just NZ$231, and your membership will be paid through to 30 September 2027 – that's 14 months of membership, giving you more than two months free compared with joining later.

Why Silver Service Toastmasters?
🍽️ Meet in Auckland's restaurants and enjoy dinner while you learn.
🎤 Practise speaking in a relaxed, supportive environment.
💬 Build confidence with impromptu speaking, prepared speeches and leadership opportunities.
🤝 Connect with experienced Toastmasters and like-minded people who encourage your growth.

Whether you're looking to boost your confidence, develop your career, or simply enjoy an evening of great food and conversation, we'd love to welcome you.

📅 Offer ends 31 July 2026.
📩 Send us a message at [email protected] to find out more before the membership dues increase takes effect.

“Our Covid Stories,” was created to preserve the experiences of District 112 Toastmasters during the Covid-19 period fro...
10/07/2026

“Our Covid Stories,” was created to preserve the experiences of District 112 Toastmasters during the Covid-19 period from March 2020 to September 2022, building a lasting record of how members adapted, stayed connected, and continued to grow through an extraordinary time. The project team created videos, blogs, and a webpage. But more importantly, the team captured part of District 112’s history before it faded. Have a look at the webpage:

https://d112tm.org.nz/our-covid-stories

The team created a record that future Toastmasters can look back on and say, “This is how they adapted. This is how they supported one another. This is how they kept going.”

Make sure that you scroll down to see the video interviews!

Thanks to everyone who contributed and supported this project. Particularly the members of Service Toastmasters NZ, Impromptu, Toastmasters, Kings Speech Toastmasters, - Review Club North Shore Auckland

06/06/2026

Our Covid Stories - Inclusion and Global Reach

Between March 2020 and September 2022 (and beyond), Toastmasters across District 112 navigated unprecedented change, and this project captures their experiences through stories, videos, and data. This video highlights the challenges our clubs faced, including people with different technology access, vaccine and mandate views. And it celebrates our opportunities for meeting Toastmasters around the globe, bringing a new dimension to our membership of Toastmasters International.

For more videos in the series, go to https://www.youtube.com//playlists
Select "Our Covid Stories"

It doesn't stop here! There is a webpage coming, with blogs and analysis of this crucial period in District 112's history.
Do you have a story to share about your time in District 112 Toastmasters? District 112 Historian Jonathan Darby would like to collect stories across the whole history of D112 from 2018 to 2026. If you have stories, videos and photos you would like to share, please email him at [email protected]
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