THERE IS A SUPERVISOR

Mark Binding's role is to supervise that every
one is safe and careful
He also facilitates and makes sure the men have what
they need.
He liaises with the COM as to what the shed and men
need
He sources funding and donations to ensure the continuation
of the program.
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THE MEN HAVE RAISED MONEY TO PURCHASE;
New saw bench
5 station multi tool with saw bench, thicknesser, planer, mortiser, moulder
Drill press
Router table
2 band saws
Lathe
Horizontal borer
Numerous hand tools |
WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS
The future of
the Men’s Shed
is very solid.
The support from the local community is very strong,
and the men are extremely enthusiastic about recruitment
and future projects.
They are now working on a number of projects that
can be used as sources of finance to help improve
the shed.
• Planter boxes
• Toys for sale.
• Furniture for raffles.
• Other timber works for sale.
• Some small jobs for the local hardwood mill – Cutting Pickets & racking sticks
• Timber clocks and desk sets
• Assorted repairs and odd jobs for local elderly residents.
Where the shed goes in the next few years is up to the community. Over the last 3 years the men and the YCLC have worked very hard in improving this community resource. Community involvement and participation in programs at the shed will determine the rate of expansion and the direction that expansion will take.
• We hope to obtain a grant to extend the shed,
• Purchase some wrought iron bending tools
• Start a small shop space to allow direct sales to the public.
The shed however relies heavily on funding
to continue. With the enthusiasm of the men
and the hard work of the committee this should
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FUNDRAISING PROJECTS FOR THE MEN’S SHED
1. Produce and install “Bingo” signage at Yarram Country Club
2. Produce and install “Blackboards” for Yarram Country Club crèche
3. Constructed modular stage for Yarram Country Club
4. Made 200 boxes to place wine glasses for wine promotions
5. Cut fence pickets for local timber mill 6. Cut timber stacking sticks for local mill
7. Blackwood coffee table for raffle
8. Noah’s Ark and animal model for raffle
9. Toy boxes for sale
10. Planter boxes and seats for sale and raffle
11. Animal pencil holders
12. Timber wall and mantle clocks for sale and raffle
13. Chicken coops
14. Wood Wall hangers for Patchwork
15. Make storage boxes for bowls sets at bowling club for visitors.
SHED WISH LIST
With good community support the potential for the Men’s Shed is unlimited, but the men do have some dreams. These include
- Building a new bigger shed
- Incorporating a shop in the shed
- Having the shed open 2 day’s a week for Men
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