The Wyndham Park Community Shed is inviting people of all interests to come along, make some new friends, learn some new skills and much more.
Located at the rear of the Wyndham Park Community Centre in Werribee, the group runs a men’s shed, women’s shed, an all-abilities shed and a tool library.
Starting life as a men’s shed, community shed and tool library manager Daniel Schultheis said the community has come a long way.
“Our women’s shed is growing in terms of members, we’re keen to find more skilled volunteers to help run areas of the shed so it’s more led by women as well,” he said
Run by skilled woodworker Hayden Cronin on Wednesdays and Fridays, the all-abilities shed helps those who might not know where to start.
“The program really helps people to gain confidence, through a program that helps people go at their own pace, whether they have experience, or no experience at all,” Mr Schultheis said.
From bike repairs to metal working, community sheds have something for everyone.
“It’s really got something for everyone – and people from all backgrounds in the local community and all walks of life – people find the place they best fit in at the shed,” Mr Schultheis said.
“The shed is best when people come along to try, and kind of get to know what’s on offer, and find the place they enjoy coming.”
Anyone looking to become a ‘shedder’ or just hone their skills, can get in touch with the shed for a free trial day, literally just drop in, and then look to join if they like what they see.
Details : www.wyndhamparkcc.com.au/community-shed/
Jaidyn Kennedy
