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Diamond Creek Men’s Shed – Bigger And Better Than Ever

08 November 2017

The Diamond Creek Men’s Shed will finally have the room to grow and prosper thanks to investment by the Andrews Labor Government as the Men’s Sheds Association celebrates its 10 year anniversary.

Premier Daniel Andrews today joined Minister for Families and Children Jenny Mikakos, Member for Yan Yean Danielle Green and Member for Eltham Vicki Ward to officially open the new 144-square metre workshop at Diamond Creek, which will enable more members to visit and work on projects to benefit the community.

The Labor Government invested $60,000 in the Diamond Creek Men’s Shed project, which has seen the construction of a new main workshop, entry ramp, gates, internal fit out and a three phase power upgrade.

This investment will mean that the 85 strong men’s shed has the modern facilities they need to grow and continue supporting both their members and the broader community.

There are more than 350 sheds across Victoria and around 15,000 men attend a shed in Victoria every day.

Men’s sheds are one of Australia’s largest community development organisations, which operate to improve the health and wellbeing of participants by increasing social inclusion.

Men’s sheds are welcoming spaces that support men to make new friendships, learn new skills and work on projects that benefit the community.

The Labor Government provided almost $1 million to support the construction of a further 13 new men’s sheds and the refurbishment of 10 existing sheds across Victoria.

Quotes attributable to Premier Daniel Andrews

“Men’s Sheds transform the lives of men and their communities, and we’re proud to help the Diamond Creek Men’s Shed grow even further.”

“The Diamond Creek Men’s Shed membership has grown enormously – that’s why we’re investing more to make sure our sheds continue to meet the needs of their local communities.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Families and Children Jenny Mikakos

“Men’s sheds are the lifeblood of a community, that’s why we’re helping more of them build and upgrade their facilities.”

“We’re making Victoria home to the largest number of men’s sheds across the country – and I’m proud to support the oldest organisation of Men’s Sheds in the world.”

Quote attributable to Member for Yan Yean Danielle Green

“The Diamond Creek Men’s Shed is one of the most successful and fun Sheds in the state - the new facility is down to the hard work of all involved and will now support more than 100 great blokes.”

Quote attributable to Member for Eltham Vicki Ward

“The fun and inclusiveness of the Diamond Creek Men’s Shed shows just how important men’s sheds are. Their new shed will not only enhance their work, it also offers the opportunity for so many new blokes to join.”

Reviewed 19 August 2020

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