This week might be national Men’s Shed Week, but the Hobsons Bay’s Men’s Shed is using the occasion to remind people that it’s all not just about blokes.
“We have a significant number of women members across most if not all groups,” said Hobsons Bay Men’s Shed president David Berner.
“We have recently introduced a women’s woodworking group.”
Photography, bicycle riding, wood carving, gardening and music are among the many other groups and activities on offer at the shed in Altona.
While many of these activities are based on trades or skills, Mr Berner said being a member was more about meeting people than making things.
“It is where people can socialise and make new and lasting friendships and often renew past friendships,” he said. “Many members tell us coming to the shed fills a void in their life and enhances their mental health and ease the feeling of isolation.”
Established more than 15 years ago, Hobsons Bay is one of the largest Men’s Sheds in the country, with almost 400 members across all ages, races and ethnicities.
Joining is as easy as just turning up at the shed any morning of the week before noon, though Mr Berner warned those interested in coming during Men’s Shed Week from September 8 to 13, to not expect anything special.
“Our focus is on our upcoming open shed event on November 16, where we will have our shed open to the public with all operating groups having interactive displays of what they do.”
Details: https://hobsonsbayms.com.au/ or https://mensshed.org/event/mens-shed-week-2025/
