Mens Shed in Moggill/Bellbowrie???
I have just been thinking lately that it would be a good idea to have a mens shed in this area. Would be a great place for males of all ages to socialise, learn new skills, meet other locals and maybe work on some community projects. I think a workshop area with separate meeting room. I know there is some funding out there for the purpose of setting one up but I really don't have the time to be able to research and organise the process myself. if there were some who were interested in doing this I will assist where I can. I think if it were situated down near the shopping centre perhaps on a vacant lot of land near the kndergarten and creche on Birkin Rd behind the pool. we would have to get in touch with council and I guess a community meeting to see what support there is for this project but it would be great for the area and maybe get the younger generation linked in with more mature people in the area through activities on the school holidays (like making your own skateboard deck, billy carts, wooden furniture or toys to go to local charities). If you might be interested in having chat about this idea please add your comment and contact details.
My email is: ua.moc.oohay@kered.rewop
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Hi Derek, This might be something that the Bellbowrie Community Association (BCA) could get involved with given support from the community. We are in the process of setting this up (see my earlier post on Nnub and at http://www.bellbowrie.org) and hope to have a meeting at 7pm on July 1st for people who want to get involved and agree how we move forward. You might like to come along to that perhaps? We'll be posting more information on the meeting venue and and when it's confirmed.
Comment added 2pm, Wednesday 16th Jun 10 by John Belchamber
Hi Derek, I am new to the area and very interested! There is a Men's Shed in Kenmore however they are only open during the middle of the week and not on weekends. I am a keen woodworker and I think I can get some trades support for either building or refitting a place. Happy to help out!
Comment added 5pm, Saturday 19th Jun 10 by Mark Vollmer
Hi Derek, I think the mens shed idea is wonderful, if it went ahead can we make the area big enough for all to use in the community and share the facilities not just one small group of people?
Comment added 1pm, Sunday 20th Jun 10 by Marcia Peacock
Hi Derek, I would also be interested in being part of this project. I think the men's shed concept is fantastic. I'd love to be able to link it with a community garden if possible, where we could also cooperatively grow fruit and vegies.
Comment added 2pm, Friday 9th Jul 10 by Tony Gilbert
Hey there Derek, Count me in. the local area needs this and am keen to help. I can try and follow up some info for you. Just give me some time as im very busy at the moment and need to contact a couple of people regarding information ect.
Comment added 10pm, Sunday 24th Jul 11 by andrew rowlands
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Hi Mark... could you contact me regarding a project I am working on regarding a weekend woodwork project bringing together school students, high school students, tafe students and men with woodwork /carpentry skills ... in Bellbowrie. karensoane1@bigpond.com
Comment added 9pm, Thursday 17th Mar 11 by Karen Soane