The Melville Community Men’s Shed is back up and buzzing after receiving a major refurbishment completed by the City of Melville.
The Men’s Shed was reopened on Sunday, 7 December by City of Melville Mayor Katy Mair alongside Federal Member for Tangney Sam Lim MP, Member for Bicton Lisa O’Malley MLA, Councillors and City Chief Executive Officer Gail Bowman.
The Shed had closed temporarily in April to allow for the $876,000 refurbishment to take place which includes an upgraded common room, new passenger lift, refurbished toilets, a plant room for a new dust extraction system, as well as a new kitchen and training room.
Club members can now come together in a much more functional and accessible space that is fit for purpose and offers a much larger space for community members to visit and participate.
The Australian Government contributed $250,000 towards the Men’s Shed under the Investing in Our Communities program, and the WA Government contributing $50,000 towards a new dust extraction system.
Comments attributed to City of Melville Mayor Katy Mair:
“I am delighted that the Melville Community Men’s Shed is back up and running after receiving a much-needed refurbishment,” said Mayor Mair.
“The City of Melville recognises the importance of places where the community can build social connections and the Melville Community Men’s Shed is an important hub within the City for bringing both men and women together, not only to build and create things on the tools, but to also build and make new friends.
“We’re grateful for the $250,000 funding from the Australian Government towards the upgrade to improve the amenities and make it more accessible, along with $50,000 from the WA Government towards the installation of a new dust extraction system.
“This refurbishment is another great example of the work the City is undertaking to ensure we are promoting healthy and inclusive communities.”
Comments attributed to Federal Member for Tangney Sam Lim MP:
The Melville Community Men’s Shed is an important community organisation in Tangney, providing opportunities for people to connect and an environment that is welcoming and supportive.
“I am proud to have supported the refurbishment of the Melville Community Men’s Shed through a $250,000 federal government grant.
“This is a wonderful new space, and I look forward to seeing the men’s shed grow and thrive.”
Image: City of Melville Chief Executive Officer Gail Bowman, Councillors Crawford Yorke, Scott Green, Soo Hong, Nicole Robins, Member for Bicton Lisa O’Malley MLA, Councillor Glynis Barber, Mayor Katy Mair, Federal Member for Tangney Sam Lim MP, Melville Community Men’s Shed Treasurer Quentin Wilson and President Bruce Wright, and Councillor Karen Wheatland.
The Men’s Shed was reopened on Sunday, 7 December by City of Melville Mayor Katy Mair alongside Federal Member for Tangney Sam Lim MP, Member for Bicton Lisa O’Malley MLA, Councillors and City Chief Executive Officer Gail Bowman.
The Shed had closed temporarily in April to allow for the $876,000 refurbishment to take place which includes an upgraded common room, new passenger lift, refurbished toilets, a plant room for a new dust extraction system, as well as a new kitchen and training room.
Club members can now come together in a much more functional and accessible space that is fit for purpose and offers a much larger space for community members to visit and participate.
The Australian Government contributed $250,000 towards the Men’s Shed under the Investing in Our Communities program, and the WA Government contributing $50,000 towards a new dust extraction system.
Comments attributed to City of Melville Mayor Katy Mair:
“I am delighted that the Melville Community Men’s Shed is back up and running after receiving a much-needed refurbishment,” said Mayor Mair.
“The City of Melville recognises the importance of places where the community can build social connections and the Melville Community Men’s Shed is an important hub within the City for bringing both men and women together, not only to build and create things on the tools, but to also build and make new friends.
“We’re grateful for the $250,000 funding from the Australian Government towards the upgrade to improve the amenities and make it more accessible, along with $50,000 from the WA Government towards the installation of a new dust extraction system.
“This refurbishment is another great example of the work the City is undertaking to ensure we are promoting healthy and inclusive communities.”
Comments attributed to Federal Member for Tangney Sam Lim MP:
The Melville Community Men’s Shed is an important community organisation in Tangney, providing opportunities for people to connect and an environment that is welcoming and supportive.
“I am proud to have supported the refurbishment of the Melville Community Men’s Shed through a $250,000 federal government grant.
“This is a wonderful new space, and I look forward to seeing the men’s shed grow and thrive.”
Image: City of Melville Chief Executive Officer Gail Bowman, Councillors Crawford Yorke, Scott Green, Soo Hong, Nicole Robins, Member for Bicton Lisa O’Malley MLA, Councillor Glynis Barber, Mayor Katy Mair, Federal Member for Tangney Sam Lim MP, Melville Community Men’s Shed Treasurer Quentin Wilson and President Bruce Wright, and Councillor Karen Wheatland.