A “menzshed” is set to open in Nelson.
The successful concept has been a hit in Richmond with so many members they’re keen for Nelson to start one to take its backlog. And now the founders of the Nelson version are hoping to flush out Nelson men who may be interested in being involved.
The “menzshed” was founded in Australia but has spread throughout New Zealand and gives locals a chance to work in a communal shed, and pass along their skills to others.
Although men from all ages are members it’s been particularly popular with retired men who may have downsized and no longer have a shed of their own. It’s also a hit with younger guys wanting to learn some new skills off some, usually, very skilled people.
Graeme O’Brien says Founders Heritage Park would be an ideal location but they’re still hunting for somewhere to go.
“It’s a really good initiative and it’s amazing that Nelson doesn’t have one. I thought it would be a good way to bring a lot of the community groups together.”
He says the idea for a Nelson shed was a spin off from a meeting about a “time bank” called COSH and the two initiatives will be discussed at a public meeting, at which a committee for each will also be elected. The meeting is at Lambretta’s on May 13 at 7pm.
