Here are some photos of our week at all the Sheds. The Littlebeck Labyrinth has been a challenge for Roger, Brian and the lads to do. How would the images work was a big unknown. Well a way was found! A Labyrinth is a framework for thoughtful contemplation that we…
We’ve had a greeting from Drouin Men’s Shed in Victoria (AU) having had one of our postcards forwarded to them. They have sent a copy of their newsletter which this month features an account of a get together of the local cluster of Sheds – ready for winter! Dear SecretaryThank…
Mental ill-health has been a focus of the media this week and some very high profile figures who seem very capable and confident but that’s not what is behind the mask. Many Shedders know this feeling and that is why many men are Shed supporters. The Sheds help them and…
The joy of Sheds is distraction. It is one of the best medicines along with laughter (as per the Readers Digest!). Graham visited his family in Australia but left several Shed families behind and they were missed. Here are some photos from this week but first take a look at…
All in aid of Christian Aid. Every year since SAMS started at Littleck Methodist the Shedders have organised a sausage and bun sizzle outside. Open to all and to passing Coast to Coast Walkers. Last year Shedder Roger added a new dimension by mapping out some walking routes for individuals…
“Accidental incidents” might be a better way to describe what provoked my thoughts. They all happened during journeys. First up, the journey from Melbourne Airport to “our family” in Sale (a 3.5 hour trip on a good day). It was by a mini-coach service that operates 3 days a week…
Another item on Aussie community (= family) life. This is about shared community amenities. There is also information on a related venture in Sleights. The community spaces like parks, playgrounds and public BBQ’s are superbly maintained in Sale and that seems typical of towns. There is a strong emphasis on…
One of the things causing many concern (me included) is the demise of community information in many areas, Whitby included. It is in fact a national problem and (I’d say) a crisis. The Whitby Gazette has served the community well for donkey’s years but the challenge of the web and…
A piece about the visit to Sale Men’s Shed in Victoria, four years after Graham visited in January 2015. It was the first Shed Graham had seen and, though impressed with the idea, he had no thoughts at the time of doing one back home:-). It was an interesting revisit…
Bright is to the north-east of Melbourne AU up the Great Alpine Road that climbs over Mount Hotham, down towards a town called Bright. It is renowned for its autumn colours (in our Spring time, of course). The journey over Mount Hotham was not so bright. Sharp twists and turns…
