The Burdekin Men’s Shed is a marvellous organisation that addresses the issues of men’s health such as physical, emotional and social well-being within Burdekin, through community-based projects. The club has been running for an impressive 10 years and has accumulated around 55 members.
Men’s Shed has recently received a very exciting and generous grant from Bendigo Bank. The club president, Rob Richie, enthused over the donation commenting on how they were able to get a newer and larger compressor from RuralQuip as well as a brand-new battery-powered lawn mower from Honeycombes Power Sports.
Rob excitedly stated how the new compressor and lawn mower would benefit the club. He mentioned how the new compressor would help keep up air capacity to run tools in the shed needed to complete the community projects. Continuing, he discussed that the battery-powered push lawn mower would save the members a lot of time, especially the older club members.
People and organisations from the community can ask the Men’s Shed to assist them in projects, and if the club has the tools and ability to assist they will.
Robert encourages individuals who need work done outside of an organisation to join the club. He pointed out that joining the club allows individuals to utilise the tools themselves while also learning from the more established members of the organisation.
A recent project the Men’s Shed has assisted with is the Red Bench Project. This project aims to raise awareness of domestic violence whilst providing visibility of this important issue. Robert revealed how the Men’s Shed had been painting benches to assist the operation.
Donations, like the ones made by Bendigo Bank, make a huge difference to organisations like the Men’s Shed. They allow these important community-based groups to keep running and improving the lifestyle of inhabitants in the area.
If you are a handy man and would like to join the Men’s Club, call the below number or visit their website:
Phone: +61 (0) 467 083 502
Website: mensshed.org
What: Men’s Shed
Where: 155-157 Young Street Ayr, QLD, 4807
President of Men’s Shed Rob Richie with the compressor and Salesman Billy Poyner from RuralQuip. Photos supplied
President of Men’s Shed Rob Richie with the lawn mower and Salesman Cody Wall from Honeycombes Power Sport. Photos supplied
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