Compassionate Communication

🌟 **Unlock Your Full Potential with CPA Toastmasters!** 🌟 Are you ready to become a more confident speaker and a stronger leader? CPA Toastmasters is here to help you *grow* both personally and professionally! Whether you're looking to improve your public speaking skills, enhance your leadership abilities, or build self-confidence, Toastmasters provides a supportive and encouraging environment for you to thrive. 🚀 **Why CPA Toastmasters?** * **Improve Public Speaking**: Learn how to communicate clearly and confidently in front of any audience. * **Build Leadership Skills**: Develop the tools and techniques to become a stronger leader in your personal and professional life. * **Friendly, Supportive Community**: Join a group of like-minded individuals who are all working toward their personal growth and success. * **Real-Time Feedback**: Get constructive feedback in every meeting to help you continually improve. * **CPD Hours**: As our member, you are eligible to claim CPD hours under CPA for attending our meetings! 📈 **What to Expect at a Toastmasters Meeting:** * **Prepared Speeches**: Deliver speeches on topics you’re passionate about (Members only) * **Impromptu Speaking**: Practice thinking on your feet with quick, fun exercises. * **Constructive Feedback**: Receive valuable tips to help you improve, delivered in a positive, encouraging way. * **Leadership Roles**: Take turns leading the meeting, which helps you refine your organizational and leadership abilities. Come visit us in our next meeting and learn how our club can support your public speaking journey!

Smashing! Try something new Thursday Interactive reality workshop - Tonight learn how to respond to questioning, by thinking on you feet Serious about improving your leadership - **Why mess, come to the best** Why is Smashing different to other speaking clubs? Just two member's thoughts, "The fun/laughs factor is definitely a point of difference. We keep it moving with high standards so it’s a nice balance. Too strict makes it tense and boring, too loose and we can lose the energy/commercial feel. SmashSpeak's vibe's in the sweet spot." "At other clubs I used to listen to long speeches and lectures, here we get so many chances to talk every meeting, that we have to improve" **Free parking** close: O'Connell and Cobden streets **IMPORTANT: Be on time, as doors close when the show starts** “Proudly Australian" – Free-flowing teamwork, greater good focus, sharing the stage, etc Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St (Opposite Queen Vic Market) Level 1, PURPLE Room (End of corridor) More to come...

**Discover Confidence, Communication & Community – Join Aintree Toastmasters Club!** Be part of this opportunity to establish the new club at Aintree as we grow the communication skills and confidence of this thriving community. Are you looking to build confidence, improve your communication skills, and connect with others in your local community? Our club is designed to help people: * Develop strong communication and public speaking skills * Build confidence in everyday conversations and presentations * Grow leadership abilities * Learn in a supportive, friendly environment **Learn how you can help teach communication skills to future generations.** **Be part of something new!** This is your opportunity to become a **charter member** and help shape a club from the very beginning. Come along, have fun, and see how this club can help you grow — one step at a time. For more information, visit our website [aintree.toastmastersclubs.org](https://aintree.toastmastersclubs.org/) **Location** Aintree SES Training Rooms 4A Fields St, Aintree VIC 3336 **Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday each month from 7pm.**

**Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking with Southbank Toastmasters!** Ready to transform nerves into confidence? Join us for a fun, interactive workshop to: ✨ Conquer your fear of speaking 💡 Learn pro tips from experienced mentors 📈 Boost your business and career through powerful communication Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned speaker, this is your chance to grow, connect, and shine! 🌟 Don’t miss out—step up to the mic and join us! 🎤

**Welcome to our Linguas Thursday Social + Language Exchange Meetup 🌍** We meet weekly at **Thursday — Asian Beer Café** **Level 3, Melbourne Central** **211 La Trobe Street, Melbourne VIC 3000** Follow us on Instagram: [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) We will be in the area called the Chairmans Lounge. It is roped off. We ask that you **purchase a drink at the bar** or **pay $3.5**. *** ### 💬 Find your people (New!) Looking to practice a specific language? Post in the discussion using: * **#LearnSpanish** * **#LearnEnglish** * **#TeachEnglish** * **#LearnJapanese** * etc. 👉 This helps others find you faster and makes it easier to connect. *** ### *** ### ⏰ What to expect We consistently have **100–120 attendees** every Thursday (across multiple Meetup groups). People arrive at different times — **best time to come is between 6PM and 9PM.** Come solo or with friends — most people come alone and join conversations naturally. *** ### 🌏 Who attends? A mix of: * Native & non-native English speakers * International students * Backpackers & working holiday travellers * Professionals & expats * Local Australians You’ll meet people from: Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Latin America, and more. *** ### 🗣️ Why join? 👉 A relaxed, social way to practice English 👉 Meet people from around the world 👉 No pressure, no structure — just conversations *** ### 🍕 FREE DRINKS & FOOD FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS! We’re looking for **friendly volunteers** to help welcome newcomers and keep the vibe social. 👉 You’ll get: * Free drinks (beer/soft drink) * Food (pizza, wedges, etc.) * A fun team to hang out with No experience needed — many of our volunteers are **first-timers too**. Interested? 👉 [www.Linguas.au/Volunteer](www.Linguas.au/Volunteer) *** 📲 **More info:** [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) or **@Linguas.AU**

Curious about Pickleball? Now’s your chance to give it a go! Join our COME AND TRY PICKLEBALL sessions for just $10 and experience the fastest-growing sport in the world! Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to have a hit and enjoy some social fun. ✅ OPEN PLAY – Relaxed, fun, and easy to pick up! ✅ All equipment provided – Paddles & balls included ✅ Limited spots available – First come, first served! SESSION TIMES: 🗓️ Monday : 7:00 PM - 8:00PM 🗓️ Wednesdays: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 🗓️ Thursady : 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM 🗓️ Fridays: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM 🗓️ Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM & 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM 🗓️ Sundays: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM & 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 SPORTS POINT Altona North Unit 1, 64-66 McArthurs Road, Altona North, VIC 3025 📞 0403 556 859 \| ✉ admin@sportspoint\.com\.au Sign up now on Open Sports, Meetup, or at [www.sportspoint.com.au](http://www.sportspoint.com.au/) Spots are filling fast – Don’t miss out! Come down, have a hit, and experience why Pickleball is the hottest sport right now!

​Once a month, we gather to explore ourselves, our relationships, and the stories we carry through psychodrama, sociometry, and group experience. ​ 每个月一次，我们聚在一起，透过心理剧、社会计量，通过团体来探索自己、探索关系。 ​​ Sometimes we explore important relationships—those we are living with now, those we have lost, and those that continue to shape us. Sometimes we begin with a seemingly ordinary moment or a surreal image and discover how deeply it connects to our lives. ​ 有时，我们会谈到复杂的人家关系；那些正在经历的，已经过去的； 有时，我们会谈到选择、改变与成长。 有时，我们会从一个微不足道的瞬间出发，去寻找它与我们生命的相连。 ​​ Whether you are interested in personal growth, understanding yourself more deeply, exploring relationships, or simply meeting people who are willing to engage in genuine conversation, there is a place for you here. ​ 无论你希望探索一些内心更深层的东西，还是单纯想认识一些愿意真诚交流的人，这里都为你留有一个位置。 ​ ​No Performance, No psychology background or psychodrama experience is required. ​ 你不需要表演，不需要有心理学背景，也不需要有心理剧经验。 ​ ​We simply invite you to step out of the busyness of everyday life, spend some time with yourself, connect with others, and see life from a different perspective. ​ ​我们只是邀请你，在忙碌的生活之外，留一点时间给自己，给自己一个从不同角度看待自己，看待生活的机会。 ​ This is a free community event, generously supported by Psychodrama Australia. Registration is a must https://www.chewellbeing.com/melbourne-offline ​ 免费体验 \| 请填写报名表或直接微信报名CHEWELLBEING1\)。谢绝任何Walk\-in https://www.chewellbeing.com/melbourne-offline

🗣️ Communicate More Effectively — Build Confidence, Connection & Clarity 🗣️ Imagine having the confidence to say what you truly mean, improve your relationships, create lasting friendships, and handle life’s conflicts with ease. 🎟️ FREE ADMISSION - [Book Here](https://unlockthepowerofthesubconsciousmindmelbourne.as.me/schedule/175b7acb?ref=fb_integration) We're looking forward to you joining us for an interactive and inspiring Communication Workshop designed to help you strengthen one of life’s most valuable skills — your ability to communicate. Our speaker will break down complex ideas into simple, practical tools you can start using right away. What You’ll Gain: ✅ Expert Guidance – Learn directly from a communication expert and mentor. ✅ Interactive Learning – Participate in activities that build real-world communication skills. ✅ Real Results – Discover long-term strategies to improve how you connect, listen, and express yourself. 💡 Special Offer: Grab an optional reference booklet at the event for just $7 to take your learning even further! This isn’t just another sit-and-listen seminar — it’s engaging, hands-on, and conversational. Ask questions anytime and get real answers that apply to your own life.

Welcome! **HOW TO FIND US** When you enter 234 Collins, go down the escalator to the basement where Dymocks is (you can't miss it, there's books and people everywhere. You'll see the cafe next to the cashier. Once inside the cafe, you'll see the stairs (see pic). Come up the stairs and join us. Feel free to pick any available table. **ITINERARY** 11am: Meet at Dymocks Cafe (upper level) inside Dymocks Bookstore, 234 Collins St. Choose your seat. Order a drink to support the cafe. (They have a range of sweet and savoury snacks.) Enjoy your book. 12.15pm: Let's chat about what we read, what we loved, and why. 1pm: End of event. [OPTIONAL EXTRA] For those who are not too tired, we can go for lunch together after the event. **COST:** There is an organizer fee of $5 for this event. You can bring cash on the day or PayID me at 0403 413 056 (Serena Low). **GETTING THERE:** The closest train stations are Town Hall (4 min) and Flinders St (6 min).

**Only Eventbrite tickets purchased prior to the event time will be accepted. Get your ticket now so that you don't miss out on the day.** **Singles Dating Walk – Meeting at Caulfield Park.** We will go for a lovely walk around Caulfield Park, get to know new people and also discover more about what makes others tick. We will also have a stop at the Caulfield Pavillion for a drink and light snack perfect for you to decompress and continue your chats with the other lovely attendees. Tickets here! [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989167819495?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989167819495?aff=oddtdtcreator) If you are lost, please message Kris at 0422467134 We will meet at 11:00 am and depart at 11:15am, so please try to arrive at 10:45 am to make sure that you don't miss us. This is a ticketed event. Tickets are purchased through Eventbrite. It is necessary for this to be a paid event as it assures us of the numbers that are attending and also helps you commit to attending as well. If you get in early, Earlybird tickets are available. **Don't miss out!** Tickets will be monitored and released according to demand and guided to maintain gender balance. We always do our best to orchestrate this but sometimes there will be some imbalances. Step into nature and open your heart to new possibilities. Our *Singles Dating Walk* offers a refreshing way to meet like-minded people while strolling along the wonderful Caulfield Park trail. Throughout the walk, you’ll be gently guided to connect with someone new every so often, creating opportunities to meet a variety of potential matches in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. To make conversations flow with ease, we’ll provide thoughtful dating questions designed to inspire connection and meaningful dialogue. This event is ideal for singles who are ready to move beyond apps and experience the magic of face-to-face chemistry in a natural, uplifting setting. By the end of the walk, you’ll have shared genuine moments, discovered new connections, and perhaps even taken the first steps toward something special.

It's Jugger time! Get on down to Hawthorn for fun, sun, exercise, and silly shenanigans! * ✅ Free to attend * ⚔️ Jugger Equipment is supplied * 🍜 Post-training social lunch - all welcome * ➡️ [Find us on Discord](https://discord.gg/WHnMyk56Cu) Jugger is an exciting, mixed-gender soft combat sport. Two teams use a selection of padded foam spars to tag opponents as they aim to put the jugg (the game ball) into their opponent's goal. **Watch Jugger being played in [this excellent short demo video](https://vimeo.com/28592980).** Jugger Melbourne training sessions include both full games of jugger, as well as a variety of training drills designed to promote **teamwork, communication, exercise, health and fitness, and teach core game skills.** After training we head across to Glenferrie Rd for lunch and socializing, which you are welcome (and encouraged!) to join. **‍🏃‍♀️‍➡️ New Player Info / Who Can Join** New players are always welcome! Our experienced coaches will teach you basics to get you and and swinging in no time Jugger is easy to pickup the basics while deep to master. We have a minimum age policy of 16 years (please note, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian), but other than that we welcome anyone of all fitness levels. Jugger is a great way to keep active, and a fun way to meet new people in a friendly and inclusive community! **👟 How to Join a Session and What to Bring** Joining is simple - just show up! RSVPing on Meetup or Discord is a big help as it helps us plan around expected numbers. You are also welcome to bring along any interested friends and family. **⚔️ Jugger equipment is supplied.** We have a collection of gear to loan out to new players. Bring a water bottle (there is a tap nearby), sunscreen, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes for running around in - and that you don't mind getting a bit dirty! Recommend but not required items include: sunglasses, football boots, kneepads, and gloves if you have them. You don't need any of these to get started, but you may find you want them if you become a regular. **✅ Are there any costs are involved?** Our training sessions are **free to attend** as often as you like, we are essentially just a group of friends that meet for training and socializing on the weekend. The Australian Jugger League has a voluntary annual membership that helps to support the sport (including maintaining equipment and paying for Meetup), and we encourage people to join once they become a regular attendee or begin attending tournaments. However there's no obligation so spend any money when you're first trying it out or just attending casually. **➡️ External Links** We organise our regular players through our Discord group and their attendance is not often represented in the Meetup attendance numbers (we use Meetup to reach out to new people). Events are also (though less regularly) posted to Facebook, while event photos and videos are shared on our Instagram. * [Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/WHnMyk56Cu) * [Jugger Melbourne on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/JuggerMelbourne) * [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jugger_melbourne/) * [Australian Jugger League website](https://www.jugger.au/) \*\* See you on Sunday \*\*

🎟️ **Registration is essential. Tickets must be purchased in advance via** [TryBooking](https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1546728). Registration through Meetup alone does not secure your place. **Ever walked out of an interview wishing you'd explained yourself better?** Or found yourself struggling to organise your thoughts when speaking in a meeting, presentation, or important conversation? Speechcraft is a practical, hands-on program designed to help you communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and impact. Across three interactive sessions, you'll learn how to structure your ideas, speak with purpose, and deliver messages that people remember. Hosted by Southbank Toastmasters, this supportive workshop series combines expert guidance, real speaking practice, and constructive feedback in a friendly environment. Whether you're preparing for interviews, presentations, leadership roles, or simply want to become a more confident communicator, Speechcraft will give you skills you can use immediately. **Important:** This is a complete three-session program. When you purchase a ticket, you'll automatically be enrolled in all sessions.

Join us for “Real Talk Night” a deeper, more meaningful kind of meetup built around prompt-based conversations. Each session features thoughtful questions designed to spark honest discussions, fresh perspectives, and genuine connection. This is a space to go beyond small talk, share experiences, and be heard in a supportive, respectful environment. You can participate as much or as little as you like — whether you’re opening up or simply listening, you’re welcome here. To help you get the most out of the event, we ask that you download our app before you arrive (or upon arrival). The app will be used throughout the event for prompts, activities, and other interactive content so having it ready will ensure you can fully participate. https://apps.apple.com/au/app/besocial/id6759604739 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appetiser.besocial&hl=en **Event photography and videography may take place at this event. Images and footage captured may be used in future BeSocial promotional materials.** **If you do not wish to appear in promotional materials, please notify Nexaro Group Pty Ltd before the event by emailing support@besocialapp.co or let the event hosts know on the day.**

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you were quoted in *Truth in Comedy*, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**! The idea behind improvised comedy is to create entire scenes from scratch. A suggestion is taken from the audience and laughter is built on the spot. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway, Make Some Noise,* or *Wild 'n Out*; it can also be done in a longer way, to tell a complicated story, like *TJ & Dave*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and FREE!) weekly comedy event, brings the games for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Afterward, many members will hang out in *Gresso's* itself and get to know each other. Not only is this a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, your public speaking, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and build relationships that will last a lifetime, and you do that while laughing your butt off! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "*Yes, And*" that you'll have a blast!

Communication is everything in life. You are only as successful as your ability to communicate! \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

How to be a Better Communicator Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

**Kindness Conference 2026** Registration required. Visit www.kindhelp.org to register! Imagine a future intentionally shaped by kindness: come build it together with us on **Saturday, July 18th at the Junto Hotel in downtown Columbus!** The function of our conference is to help people develop the skills to build kind community and provide opportunities to increase in-person connection and support in each other’s lives. **This conference is for any of us who are:** · Feeling isolated and lacking community in our current society · Wanting to make a difference in our own lives and the lives of each other · Anyone who is just wishing to create something better! **We will build more kind community by:** · Developing formats for building community-based infrastructure where existing systems are failing that anybody can use · Providing the tools that help people connect in-person and practicing using those tools together · Implementing Universal Design so that no one gets left behind **Opportunities and practical tools we are offering:** · Lunch! · Community-Building Toolkits for people to take home · A chance to build lasting friendships and supportive connections · Opportunities to share referrals, strategies, resources, and the kind of connected support networks many people receive through family, but that those without community and family are often lacking · Ongoing community dinners, free workshops, and other events where people can connect **Participants also have the opportunity to receive CE credits from the Ohio CSWMFT Board.** We are just getting started! This is one of many upcoming events where we can continue making kind community together. **Who else should be here?** Share this opportunity with anyone else who you think might want to build kind community! For more information and to register visit [www.kindhelp.org](http://www.kindhelp.org/). If you would like to help us plan the day, we would love to connect email us at [info@kindhelp.org](mailto:info@kindhelp.org)!

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Communication is everything in life! You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024