District News
Spring Newsletter 2025
Read about all of the exciting achievements and events that are happening around District 72!
To keep our updates timely and meaningful, we’re shifting from a monthly newsletter to a quarterly edition. Why the change? Most news, events, and reminders now reach you via email and social media, giving you real-time updates. Our newsletter will instead highlight the big moments – the milestones, success stories, and club achievements that deserve extra attention.
2026 Conference
Join us for the annual District 72 Conference! This year, it is being held at the Caroline Bay Hall in Timaru from Friday 15 May until Sunday 17 May 2026.
The theme will be “Celebrate the Journey” and it will be a reflection of the progress we all make during our time with Toastmasters. Feel empowered by keynote speakers, be entertained by the District contest finals, connect with other members and experience the best that Toastmasters can offer!
Registrations are now open! Sign up and pay before 30 November to secure the Phar Lap (Early Bird) rate of only $135. Visit the conference website for the full list of pricing options. More information will be coming soon!
Club Officer Training - Round 2
Information about round 2 of Club Officer Training is now available on the training page of our website! The is a great way to connect with other Club Officers from around District 72 and is one of the goals in the Distinguished Club Program.
We currently have four online sessions open for registrations, with information about additional online and on-demand sessions will be coming soon!
District 72 Leadership Series 2025
Are you ready to be inspired? Join us for the 2025 District Leadership Series! Throughout November, we will be hosting a number of Zoom workshops focused on developing leadership skills. Whether you are considering taking on a role within Toastmasters or want to level-up in the workplace, these leaders will leave you with personal insights, tips and wisdom!
Learn more and register your attendance using the link below:
Share the Journey
As a way of giving back for the incredible support and encouragement she received in the lead-up to the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking, Fazla Dulficar kindly offered to share her journey – taking us behind the scenes with the lessons learned, the challenges faced, and what it truly takes to grow as a speaker. This included insights on authenticity, vulnerability, and the importance of asking for help.
For those who missed this incredible workshop, the recording is now available.
May - June 2025 News
Read about the latest news and events happening in District 72.
Club Officer Training Resources
Struggling to remember all the great information you learned from Club Officer Training? No Problem! Below are all the resources used during the training sessions. You can come back to view these at any time throughout the year. Don’t be afraid to ask for help via one of our WhatsApp groups!
Canva for Non-Profits
Interested in using Canva to promote your club? UPDATE – We have now reached our limit of clubs that are able to apply for a ‘free teams account.’ But you can still set up a free Canva account and utilize the Canva club templates. These are available below. If you need any assistance with creating something more specific, please get in contact with either the PRM or Club Growth Director for assistance.
Past District Newsletters
Use the link below to access past editions of the District Newsletter.
District Calendar
1 January to 30 May – Second round of Club Visit Reports begin
1 February – Talk Up Toastmasters award begins
22 March – Division C Contests
29 March – Division D Contests
31 March – Membership Renewals are due
5 April – Divisions G and J Contests (Combined)
8 May – District Online Contest
9 to 11 May – District Conference
30 May – Club Visit Reports are due
30 June – Club Officer Lists need to be submitted
6 July – District Executive Committee Meeting, 7pm via Zoom
Contact
Have a question? Email us at d72@toastmasters.org.nz
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