Primary Schools Speech Contest

MASH co-ordinates the hosting of the annual Primary Schools Speech Contest, showcasing the speaking skills of senior primary students who have won the preliminary competitions held at their own schools in our local area. The quality of the speakers and their speeches leaves us confident in the future of our country.

22nd Annual Primary Schools Speech Competition was held at Mont Albert Primary School in August 2026. An enjoyable evening was had by all in attendance. 16 speakers spoke on their topics chosen from a list provided. The MCs for the evening were Gill Somers and Marlene Sinclair, Judges, Judith Tallow (Chief Judge), Victoria Carruthers and Sue Dymond. All the contestants spoke well and selecting winners was difficult. Mike Willis, President of MASH Rotary presented the prizes to the winners of this competition. Eric came 1st with the topic “If I could change the world” (Mont Albert Primary School) .$150.00 Book voucher. Hannah 2nd the topic “Competitive sport can teach you about life” (Mont Albert Primary School). $100.00 Book voucher. Anita 3rd the topic “If I could change the world” (Surrey Hills Primary School ). $50.00 Book voucher. Mont Albert Primary School will hold the Perpetual Geraldine Battersby Trophy as the school of this years winning speaker. Each of these students will be attending a MASH Rotary meeting to present their speeches again.

MC Gill, Pres Mick, and 3 winners Anita, Eric and Hannah