My first speech competition

launches on Central Coast

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Milton Dick MP and Federal Member for Robertson yesterday launched the “My First Speech” Competition for local Central Coast schools.

5 July 2023

 

THE “My First Speech” national competition challenges students in years 10, 11 and 12 to envision themselves as newly elected Members of the House of Representatives and record a 90-second speech on video, focusing on a topic of their choosing.

 

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Milton Dick MP said,  “One of my key priorities as Speaker has been to promote parliamentary education to students across the country, and this is yet another exciting way that young people can take an active role in our democratic system.”

 

“This competition will provide high school students with the chance learn more about the way our nation’s democracy works, and how actively engaging with the parliamentary process can draw attention to the issues that are most important to them,” he said.

 

The winners, accompanied by a parent or guardian, will be flown to Canberra to deliver their speeches live at Parliament House and participate in an engaging program tailored to deepen their understanding of the legislative process.

 

Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid said, “This is an exciting opportunity for our local Central Coast students to shine a spotlight on the issues that matter most to them.

 

“The students participating in this competition will be our local leaders of tomorrow, and I am excited to give them a head start on their futures with this program.”

 

The submission deadline for the competition is 5pm AEST on 11 August 2023.

 

To learn more about the competition and submit their entries, students can visit the dedicated competition website.

 

For further information and inquiries regarding the "My First Speech" competition, please contact Gordon.Reid.MP@aph.gov.au or call (02) 4322 2400.