Debating and Public Speaking News

By Tammy Vandenberg - Debating and Public Speaking Coordinator

Plain English Speaking Competition

Public speaking is alive and well at Loreto College Ballarat! Fresh from Lucy Eales’ amazing experience representing Australia at the IPSC in London, our local heats showcased the same passion and talent.

Students spoke on powerful topics like technology, reconciliation, and dreams, and tackled the impromptu theme “History repeats itself” with insight and poise.

Congratulations to Eliza Dodd for her confident and articulate delivery, and a special congratulations Lainie Ballinger, whose outstanding performance took out the overall win! Lainie will now go on to represent Loreto at the state final!

Legacy Award

Loreto students proudly represented the College at the Legacy Public Speaking Competition on Wednesday. With 17 outstanding participants, the standard was exceptionally high, showcasing the remarkable talent and preparation of all involved. Their speeches covered a range of topics, from feminism and technology to achieving personal bests and striving for excellence.

Congratulations to Isabella McMahon, Matilda Goodbourn, Charlotte Irvin, Eva Cummins, and Milla Russell, and a special shoutout to Milla for taking joint first place and to Eva for placing as runner-up!

This continues nearly a decade of Loreto success in this prestigious event. Well done to all!