Federal Member for Maranoa and Leader of The Nationals David Littleproud is encouraging the electorate’s next generation of political leaders to enter the My First Speech Competition.
Co-ordinated by the Department of the House of Representatives, the competition is open to students in years 10-12 and calls on them to write and record themselves on video giving a 90-second speech highlighting the issues they are passionate about.
The competition’s three lucky winners will then be flown to Parliament House in Canberra, along with a parent or guardian, to give the speech in person and take part in a program at Parliament House.
Member for Maranoa David Littleproud said the competition was a terrific opportunity for the electorate’s young people to sharpen their leadership skills.
“Leadership begins at school and competitions such as these give our students a wonderful opportunity to learn and develop their skills,” Mr Littleproud said.
“It’s no secret that our children are our future and any opportunity we can give them to have a voice about the issues affecting their communities should be celebrated.
“I urge all of the eligible students in my electorate to put their hand up and have a go at this terrific competition.”
Entries close Friday, August 11. To enter visit www.aph.gov.au/myfirstspeech
