City of Perth Toastmasters

Overview

City of Perth Toastmasters is a long-established public speaking and leadership club situated in the heart of Perth's CBD, Western Australia. Part of the global Toastmasters International network, the club offers a structured, supportive, and welcoming environment where members from all walks of life develop communication confidence and leadership skills at their own pace. Open to anyone with no membership restrictions, it is one of Perth's most accessible and centrally located clubs for professionals and community members alike.

Best For

• Working professionals seeking to build confidence for presentations, meetings, or career advancement
• Newcomers to Perth looking to expand their social and professional network
• Anyone at any experience level who wants to improve public speaking, storytelling, or impromptu communication skills

Meeting Format

• Mode: Hybrid (in-person with online participation option)
• Frequency: Fortnightly — every second Monday, excluding public holidays
• Duration: Approximately 90 minutes (arrival from 6:00 pm, meeting starts 6:15 pm)
• Group size: Typically 10–25 participants (members and guests)

Typical Session Flow

1. Arrival & welcome — Doors open at 6:00 pm; guests are greeted and introduced to members before the 6:15 pm start; the Sergeant-at-Arms briefs attendees on meeting etiquette
2. Prepared speeches — Members deliver structured speeches drawn from their Toastmasters Pathways educational projects, each with a designated individual evaluator
3. Table Topics — A Topicsmaster invites members and guests to speak impromptu on a provided topic, building off-the-cuff speaking skills
4. Evaluation & wrap-up — A General Evaluator leads the feedback segment, supported by speech evaluators, a Grammarian, and an Ah-Counter; awards are given for best speaker and best evaluator, followed by informal networking

Language And Speaking Level

• Languages used: English
• Recommended level: All levels welcome — complete beginners through to experienced speakers
• Beginner friendly: Yes — guests may attend without any obligation to speak; members progress entirely at their own pace through the self-guided Pathways program

Membership And Costs

• Trial policy: Guests may visit meetings for free with no pressure to participate until ready and comfortable; multiple visits as a guest are encouraged before committing
• Membership fee: Toastmasters International dues are approximately USD $60 per six-month period (pro-rated if joining mid-cycle), plus a one-time new member registration fee of USD $25; individual club dues may also apply — contact the club directly for the current local fee breakdown in AUD
• Extra costs: Club-level dues may cover venue or administration costs; no textbook purchase required as the Pathways education program is accessed online

Venue And Accessibility

• Address context: Holiday Inn Perth City Centre, 778–788 Hay Street, Perth WA 6000 — a well-known 4-star hotel in the CBD, located steps from the Hay Street and Murray Street shopping malls
• Transit/parking: A free CAT (Central Area Transit) bus stop is located directly opposite the hotel; Perth Underground Train Station is approximately a 5-minute walk away; paid onsite valet parking and nearby self-parking options are available at the hotel (charges apply)
• Accessibility: The hotel offers accessible facilities including designated wheelchair-accessible parking with posted signage and a flat terrain approach to the entrance; the hotel has elevators (note: elevator upgrades are underway until early 2027, with works conducted on weekdays during business hours)

Joining Steps

1. Find and contact the club — Visit the club's official Toastmasters profile page or reach out via the club website's contact form to express interest and confirm attendance at an upcoming meeting
2. Prepare for your first visit — No preparation is required; simply arrive by 6:00 pm on a scheduled meeting Monday; bringing a notepad is optional but helpful
3. What to expect — You will be warmly welcomed as a guest, introduced to members, and invited to observe the full meeting; there is no obligation to speak on your first visit; if you decide to join, a club officer will guide you through the membership application process on the night

Community Notes

• The club maintains a warm, inclusive, and encouraging atmosphere where members from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds support one another
• Feedback is always constructive and positive in tone — the Toastmasters model emphasises building speakers up rather than tearing them down
• Meetings follow a themed format, with members taking on rotating roles each session to maximise speaking and leadership practice opportunities
• The club has an active competition history, with members participating in area and division-level speech contests
• Smart casual attire is appropriate for the evening venue setting

Last Verified

• Date: 2025-05-24