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Extension of current Men's Shed building

Add new facilities for fitness, wood working, computer learning

Project details

Suggested by: John

Project partner: Safety Beach-Dromana Men's Shed

Budget

$100,020.00

Votes

197 votes received

This project did not receive enough votes to be successful.

Our current Men's Shed has grown by 50% in the last 12 months. Membership is open to (generally older) residents living in Saftey Beach, Dromana, and neighbouring suburbs. We plan to extend the current Shed building by 24*4 metres and fitout to expand existing facilities to add space and equipment for exercise and fitness, wood working, and for education and training in the use of computers and tablets. The additional facilities will also be used for education on safety and for demonstrations on the correct use tools and equipment for carpentry, wood turning, metal work, welding and other applications.

Men's sheds are hugely beneficial for older men by providing an opportunity for social interaction and many options for constructive use of skills as well as the opportunity to learn new skills from others who are generally more than willing to share their knowledge and skills. Our Shed was built in 2016 largely funded by fundraising activities of the growing membership. It is managed by a committee elected each year from the membership and is open to members and their invitees 3 days of each week. We expect that the hours of operation will be expanded to meet growing demand.

Project details

Suggested by: John

Project partner: Safety Beach-Dromana Men's Shed

Budget

$100,020.00

Votes

197 votes received

This project did not receive enough votes to be successful.

Comments

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serg

17 Sep 2018

This is a really important as it build on the community spirit and enables people to engage and feel part of something positive.

mprendergast

17 Sep 2018

This is an essential project for a fast growing shed that is supporting the Dromana area and community.

Mike Wilton

17 Sep 2018

Extraordinary project that continues to grow, despite setbacks. Well worthy of community support.

Ian McCrae

14 Sep 2018

Mens Shed provides a huge benefit to older men.

Healysa87

13 Sep 2018

Much needed space and a great place to be a part of

Shedder

10 Sep 2018

Whilst the Safety Beach shed is new, the influx of new members was not anticipated, hence the need for expansion to the existing shed.
The Shed provides an outlet for men of the Safety Beach Dromana area to interact with other fellows, either applying their skills to projects within the shed or simply having a cuppa or a chin wag

Muzy67

10 Sep 2018

This project helps men to refit after retirement

r.dcocking@hotmail.com

10 Sep 2018

More room is badly needed

mabereed@bigpond.com

10 Sep 2018

We need space so we can have other activites apart from wood work

john

10 Sep 2018

We need more room

keyran

10 Sep 2018

extra room needed to this new mens shed

GJL 29

07 Sep 2018

Much needed group in this area

Christison.david@gmail.com

06 Sep 2018

This shed is invaluable to the community across the Mornington Peninsula and deserves financial support to ensure an ongoing positive future for all .

Lauren Walters

04 Sep 2018

Father in law is a member here and it appears it is a great organisation for men

bradjustbrad

04 Sep 2018

Great organisation doing great things.

RonaldJames

31 Aug 2018

Good friends and have recently had the shed broken into and a lot of tools etc stolen.
Could do with a grant

Sara B1

31 Aug 2018

This is a great community group that provides a much needed service. The mental health of men has been an issue that's hidden, but the Men's Shed initiative provides an outlet for men who are looking for social interaction to combat loneliness and to provide a sense of purpose and community, as well as support for those with mental health issues by providing a safe and welcoming place to belong.

Clogs

29 Aug 2018

A vital outlet for the needs of so many men on the peninsula.

grasan67@bigpond.com

29 Aug 2018

Graeme

Safety Beach- Dromana Men’s Shed have a couple of step backs along the way. Mens Shed's DO save lives and give men a reason to get up every day, they are great for Mental Health, where men can get together, to just have a coffee a chat or make something and make new friends. This grant is a must have for now and the future.

margaret k

28 Aug 2018

Great addition for Dromana and doing a wonderful job for men’s health and well-being

Brenda

27 Aug 2018

I believe this is a great incentive and should get all the support we can give....

Henry

25 Aug 2018

this is a very worthwhile and needs all the support it can get

Drysdale

25 Aug 2018

Mens sheds save lives and greatly improve the quality of lives for men of all ages. They deserve support and this shed is doing great work in their local community.

paulm1007

22 Aug 2018

I truly believe this is a worth while project and worthy of funding, good luck guys.

Val

21 Aug 2018

Good luck to the Safety Beach- Dromana Men’s Shed you certainly need this extension. You have taken so many knocks a grant for the extension is certainly needed as a place for the men to gather in mateship.