About our shed

About Us

Founded in 1989 the Bayside Wood Turners and Crafters Club, aka Woodies, has diversified into a multifaceted union of woodworkers dedicated to the advancement of a variety of woodcrafts. These include turning, carving, pyrography, scroll sawing, box making, toy making and musical instrument construction.

Our mission is to inspire lifelong learning and to bring together highly skilled craftspeople willing to share their knowledge, with those wanting to learn. There are no barriers to joining, as we continuously welcome a diverse and inclusive membership. Accepting the responsibility of openness, we are currently working towards becoming a wheelchair friendly venue.

Our culture of camaraderie and mutual assistance promotes members wellbeing and positive mental health. We currently have about 160 members and the various interest groups meet at different times and days through the week. Something to suit everyone.

Our Club has extensive resources regarding machinery and timber, and something is always happening at our premises at 15 Harman Street, Manly.

Why not pop along for a no pressure visit, cup of tea and meet some of our friendly members. We are confident that we have something that will inspire an interest in wood art.

Shed Activities

See website for comprehensive activities timetable

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Contact

Brian Enchelmaier

Address
15 Harman Street Manly, QLD 4179
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Positive impacts

Camaraderie

"I've found a great group of mates"

Mateship is an important pillar of every Men’s Shed – first and foremost the shed is a place for men to knock about with a group of like-minded mates.

Community

“I give back to the community”

Men’s Sheds are vital community investments delivering programmes and activities that foster community spirit and contribute to building a more inclusive Australia.

Health & Wellbeing

“My health and wellbeing is better because I'm a Shedder”

Many shedders experience improved mental health outcomes. Men (and women) involved at their local Shed report increased self-esteem through participation and learning new skills; de-stigmatisation of experiencing mental health and de-stigmatisation of prevalent social issues related to mental health.

Watch — More than just a shed

The Australian Men’s Shed Association (AMSA) is the national service provider supporting more than 1,200 Men’s, Women’s and Community Sheds and is recognised as one of Australia’s largest male-based community development organisations.

AMSA was established in 2007 by a collection of Australian independent community-based Men’s Sheds to represent, support and promote the Men’s Shed movement. It was founded on the principle of sharing information between sheds and those communities wishing to establish and operate a Men’s Shed. It acts as a central hub for information exchange.

Facts & Figures

1,200+
Sheds

Men’s Sheds across Australia (that's more Men's Sheds than Macca's restaurants!)

12
Countries

More than 2,500 Men's Sheds operate in 12 countries

30
Years

The first Men's Shed was established in 1993 (Goolwa, South Australia)

50,000+
Australians

More than 50,000 Australian men participate in Men's Sheds