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Celebrate the Journey
Join us for the annual District 72 Conference in Timaru! This year year’s theme is “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!
Celebrate Your
Speaking Journey
Celebrate Your
Leadership Journey
Celebrate Your
Personal Journey
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Key Details
When?
Our annual District Conference will offer three days of excitement, starting Friday 15 May and finishing Sunday 17 May 2026. Exact start and finish times will be confirmed closer to the time.
Where?
This conference will take place at the historic Caroline Bay Hall in Timaru, South Canterbury.
Latest News
Keynote Speaker Confirmed!
We are excited to announce that Fi McKay will be joining our conference as a keynote speaker! With over 35 years of executive leadership experience, she is dedicated to fostering diverse and high-performing organisations. Co-author of The Inclusive Cultural Atlas on Kiwi culture, she has designed award-winning training programs and excels at translating strategic leadership into practical solutions that drive long-term success.
Be sure to attend the conference to hear her story. More keynote speakers will be announced soon!
Posted 4 October 2025
What's Happening
Keynote Speakers
Be inspired by our keynote speakers as they share their stories of leadership.
Educationals
Learn from fellow members of Toastmasters as they share tips to improve your speaking and leadership skills.
Contests
Watch the best in the District compete in the contest finals!
Social Activities
Take part in the Friday night activity and get dressed up for the Saturday night Dine & Dance.
Connection
Meet members from other clubs and create lasting connections.
Learn More
Programme
Spread across three days, the District Conference is a weekend you don’t want to miss!
Accomodation
Timaru offers accommodation options for all budgets – from seafront hotels to affordable backpackers.
Travel
Located in the centre of the South Island, Timaru is easily accessible by car, plane or bus.
Explore Timaru
Explore the hustle and bustle of Stafford Street or take a peaceful walk along Caroline Bay!
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Thanks To Our Sponsors!
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Toastmasters changes lives by giving people the confidence to use their voice. Our conferences empower people to challenge themselves and set audacious speaking or leadership goals.
Are you able to help us transform lives? Although we charge a ticket price for this event, it only covers the basic costs of running it. With additional support, we can make this conference extra special so that the attendees remember it and carry the lessons throughout their lives.
If you are able to provide a small amount of financial help or even just offer a small product for our goodie bags (like pens, stationery or sweet treats), we would love to hear from you! Please email the conference team at conference.d72@toastmasters.org.nz
Contact
Have a question?
We are happy to answer any questions! However, please understand that we are organising this conference as volunteers and it may take us a little while to reply.
conference.d72@toastmasters.org.nz
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