Woodworkers mentor students

The new Yarragon Men’s Shed has set up its wood operations with the added bonus of the men mentoring young people one day a week.

Community College Gippsland (CCG) has offered a fully operational workshop at its Warragul campus to the Yarragon Men’s Shed to use for two days a week and a third day assisting students undertaking VCAL at to learn skills with wood.

Community College Gippsland, Chief Executive Officer, Sue Geals said the Yarragon Men’s Shed was a great addition to the campus.

“Men’s sheds have a wealth of skills and experience in the men that belong to these groups and to have their expertise on campus opens new opportunities for young and older people to share and learn from each other.”

Yarragon Men’s Shed secretary, Bob Seamons, said the group was excited to have its first permanent home.

“Our group formed mid last year but did not have a place to operate from. The facility at CCG is a fantastic work space with equipment and space for our group to work effectively.”

He said some members of the group were already producing toys and crafts for distribution to not-for-profit groups.

“Having a dedicated space to work in will enable us to build our program and attract more members to the group

“We are enjoying working with the young people each Tuesday because it adds another dimension to what we do,” he said.

“We are also looking to offer days where women can come in and learn skills so we can spread our knowledge and skills to more people in the community,” he said.

For more information on the Yarragon Men’s Shed phone or to join phone 0423 003 036 or visit: yarragonmensshed@yahoo.com