News – Cockburn Community Men’s Shed

Its Official

Posted on 18 June 201818 June 2018 by Marc

The Opening Ceremony of our new Mens Shed was held on Wednesday 13th June with around seventy five people in attendance. Following a “Welcome to Country” from the indigenous community, the gathering was addressed by a number of dignitaries including our patron Mayor Logan Howlett, and Chairman Peter Hodgson. Light refreshments followed, and all agreed […]

Up she rises!

Posted on 13 March 201814 March 2018 by Marc

It was worth the wait. The framing of the new shed is almost complete and ready for the exterior cladding and roof to be fixed in place. The old shed will close in a few weeks time to prepare our machinery and materials for the move. Stay tuned for updates … I would like to […]

Luck and Generousity

Posted on 5 September 20167 September 2016 by Marc

They say that what goes around comes around. Practitioners of Buddhism would call it Karma. While attending the Woodwork and Craft show Chairman Mike M. won the door prize, a 1.8m long x 750mm wide by 900mm high solid Jarrah work bench from Workbench World in Myaree retailing at over $2000. Mike has decided to […]

Appointment of a Shed Patron

Posted on 17 August 201617 August 2016 by Marc

I am delighted to announce that Cockburn Mayor Logan Howlett has been appointed Patron of the Cockburn Community Men’s Shed Inc. Logan’s appointment will help to elevate our profile, and his experience in all areas of community development will be a great asset in the future.

One door closes …

Posted on 14 August 20162 July 2018 by Marc

and another opens. Shed stalwart Rob Macaw takes down the entrance sign at the Wattleup Shed. A new chapter begins in the history of The Cockburn Community Mens Shed. On Saturday 28th April with 16 men, two trucks and a forklift, the entire contents of the Wattleup Shed, along with the office and kitchen, were […]

Safety First

Posted on 14 August 20163 August 2018 by Marc

The Shed has just received a very generous and substantial donation of personal protective equipment from local company LHR Marine. Pictured above are LHR Marine CEO Dave Murray and safety equipment specialist Ryan Charles with Shed members following the presentation. We hope to have the continued support and advice of LHR Marine as we establish […]

Good Luck and Best Wishes Paul

Posted on 15 July 201629 April 2018 by Marc

A presentation of five side bowls and a central bowl all made from local Jarrah was made to Paul Gabbert of the City of Cockburn by the Cockburn Community Men’s Shed in gratitude for the extensive amount of work he has put in as a committee member. The bowls were made by Ross Jasper, the […]