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Sale Men's Shed gets $4,920 from Federal government's 2023-24 Volunteer Grants program allowing them to purchase equipment needed for the shedThe Sale Men's Shed, now equipped with a wet stone sharpening machine and router table funded by the federal government's 2023-24 Volunteer Grants, seeks new members to join their community projects. By news@gippsland - 2nd August 2024 - Back to News The Sale Men's Shed has bolstered its tool arsenal and is on the hunt for new members to enjoy the benefits of gathering on a regular basis to work on projects. The club has just purchased a wet stone sharpening machine and a router table, having secured funding through the federal government's 2023-24 Volunteer Grants program. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester met with members to inspect the latest equipment and congratulate the team on receiving $4920 in funding. 
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester with Sale Men's Shed members, Alan Huckell, Phillip Armstrong, President Ian Edgley and Secretary Daryl Wilson Essential volunteer supportMr Chester said, "The men's shed movement across Australia is incredibly important for the physical and mental wellbeing of men of all ages. Sale Men's Shed is a community-based, non-profit, non-commercial organisation accessible to all men, which offers a safe, friendly and supportive environment where members can work on meaningful projects, at their own pace, in their own time, in the company of others." "Thanks to this funding, Sale Men's Shed was able to purchase equipment that helps with completing community projects, such as the shelving they are working on for Wurruk Community Centre. Volunteers devote a lot of time to the community and undertake a variety of activities. Through the Volunteer Grants program, we can give them a helping hand and make their roles as volunteers easier and more enjoyable," he said. Mr Chester said the grants serve as a small recognition of the dedication and effort put in by the local volunteers. "While the work of our volunteers may be unpaid, it is not unrecognised. From fighting bushfires and caring for the environment to supporting people in our community and running local events, the value of the work done by our volunteers across Gippsland is immeasurable," Mr Chester said. Pictures from Darren Chester MP website.
Source: http://gippsland.com/ Published by: news@gippsland.com
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