The Wyndham Park Community Shed has received a funding boost to continue its various programs.
It will be funded through the combination of a $49,720 grant from the state government’s Men Shed Funding Program – as well as $12,430 in organisational cash and community support.
One of the major upgrades revealed on Friday 24 October is the installation of a SawStop Professional Table Saw and modern extraction systems will significantly reduce injury and respiratory health risks for members.
Ventilation will be improved with a new 12-branch woodwork dust extraction, metal fume extraction system, and soldering station ventilation to ensure cleaner, safer working conditions.
The upgrades are expected to make the shed– which is used by more than 200 members of the community– operational for at least the next decade.
Werribee MP John Lister attended the reveal and said it would be a game-changer for those who use it and make it more inviting to those considering getting involved.
“The Wyndham Park Community Shed is a much-loved part of our local community – a place where people come together to share skills, make connections and support one another,” Mr Lister said.
“This funding will mean safer, more modern facilities for members, and ensure the shed continues to be a welcoming space for everyone in Werribee.”
Mr Lister also said the improved infrastructure will allow for more users and higher-quality workshops that can operate across six days a week.
