Projects

New Committee, Membership & Other News

September 23, 2020 By Paul L'Huillier

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2020/21 Committee

EXECUTIVE
Dick Puttyfoot (president)
Henry Ziemnicki* (vice president)
Noel McDougall (secretary)
Paul L’Huillier (treasurer)
ORDINARY MEMBERS
Philip Armitage*
John Driver
Campbell Ford
Irvin Beeston
Rob van der Linden
Barry Hinson
Ian Howley

* Welcome to new committee members Henry Ziemnicki and Philip Armitage and thanks to Mark Hardidge (7 year’s on the committee – 2 as vice president) who is retiring from the committee.

2020/21 Memberships

Following the AGM held on Friday 18th September the annual membership fee has been increased by $10.00 to $45.00. This has been necessary to help cover the new Shed Extension insurance costs. Fees are due by 31st October 2020.

You can pay at the Shed but please bring the correct money. The treasurer’s preferred method of payment is by Direct Credit. Bank details are as follows: Account name: Mt Beauty & District Men’s Shed Inc., BSB: 633 000 & Account #: 144372661. You can also pay via Campbell Ford at the Hardware & Drapery Store or over the counter at the Bendigo Bank. Please reference the payment as appropriate.

Thank you to those members that have already paid

A poem by Irvin Beeston

Member Profiles

Derek Hutton

Editors Note — Derek has been a long term member of the Shed and is a willing contributor to any project we have running. His expertise at present is learning everything about and using the wood lathe and is producing some interesting pieces.

Duncan Robertson

VMSA Bulletin

Click VMSA Special Bulletin – September 2020 to read.

AMSA News

Shed Wireless – a new initiative from AMSA – Click [HERE] to listen. There have been 10 episodes in Series 1 and Series 2 now has FIVE episodes so far. Professionally produced and has heaps of Shed information. It is definitely worth checking out. It currently has an audience of over 9,000 listeners in a number of countries.

Shed Online – Stay Connected with Your Mates. Click this link The AMSA Shed Online. Members need to register to join the Forums – an easy process.

Projects & Other News

January 27, 2020 By Paul L'Huillier

West Peak Hotel Fundraiser

This Friday 31st January. Come along and support this Shed fundraising initiative. Dinner from 5:30 pm and 20 raffle draws at 7:00 pm. Funds towards the Shed Extension. Shed sells the tickets (we have sellers identified). All you need to do is enjoy the meal and the social occasion. Please bring your partner or friend.

New 15″ Thicknesser – spiral cutting heads

With assistance from a $2,000.00 grant from the *Alpine Shires Community Development Fund* and a *Shed contribution* of $1,200.00 we now have a state of the art **‘Thicknesser’** for preparing wood surfaces. The boys are excited about this new piece of equipment. Pictured from left: *Henry Ziemnicki, Rod Hyde, Derek Hutton, Reg Hollonds & Mal Darwent*

Neighbourhood Centre Project

This Community project involves the Men’s Shed constructing a new ramp to one of the portables (Stage 1), another garden shed (Stage 2) and a fence (Stage 3). This will improve the whole appearance to the area next to the Alex McCullough Hall.

**Stage 1** completed and officially opened by *Mal Darwent (left) & Barry Hinson* cutting the ribbon. *Dick Puttyfoot* getting suck into the serious part of the project.

Kenyan Topbar Beehives

Local Australia Day Awards

On Sunday 26th January in the Hydro Park (next to the swimming pool) the local Alpine Shire Australia Day Awards were presented. We had two members involved. Reg Hollonds was the guest speaker and spoke about his early days in the Kiewa Valley. Nick Brown was the recipient of two awards. The Alpine Shire Local Achiever of the Year (Kiewa Valley) and the Alpine Shire Citizen of the Year (for the whole Shire). Nick congratulations. Well deserved. Also thank you to the Upper Kiewa Valley Lions Club for hosting the Awards for the Alpine Shire. The club has been providing this service forever.

Victorian Men’s Shed Association Newsletter – January 2020. Click [HERE] to view.

Car Museum Visit & other News

October 22, 2019 By Paul L'Huillier

**Visit the Tawonga Sth Stoewer Car Museum** — *Tuesday 29th October 2019.* We meet at the Shed at 9:30 am sharp and travel to the location at 7573 Kiewa Valley Highway (just past the Bright turn-off). Park up on the road. Entry is a donation and a morning tea. You can travel independently if you wish.

Green Thumb Gardeners Needed

Come and join our **Green Thumb Garden** group and assist in developing the *Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre’s* wonderful garden and have produce to share. Each Tuesday morning from 10:00 am. Free cuppa and cake for all the workers. **Contact co-ordinator**: *Marie Lucas-Gear* **Mob**: 0438 619 942.

Shed Garage Sale … It is going to be a big one!

Saturday 2nd November 2019: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Shed. The shed has a lot of donated gear to sell and this is an opportunity to get a bargain. A sausage sizzle is planned. If members have some ‘useful’ items that they wish to donate please bring them to the Shed on the day. Note — if the item(s) remain unsold you will need to pick them up following the sale. Thank you.

Christmas Luncheon — Wednesday 20th November 2019.

AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Use – An Update — The Shed will be organising this update in the near future.

Membership Fees due…

Following the AGM in September the fee has been kept the same as last year i.e. $35.00. You can pay at the Shed (Tuesday or Wednesday) but please bring the correct money. The treasurer’s preferred method of payment is by Direct Credit. Bank details are as follows: Account name: Mt Beauty & District Men’s Shed Inc., BSB: 633 000 & Account #: 144372661. Fees were due by 30th September 2019.

Women in the Men’s Shed Program

From left: *Irvin Beeston* & Dick Puttyfoot assisting students.

If your partner or friend would like to participate in this program please get them to contact the Mt Beauty Neighbourhood Centre ASAP to book. Tel: ‭5754 1166‬.

Personal Member News

A number of members have been on the sick and injured list of late. We wish Warwick Mitchell, Jim Gargan, Shane Clooney, Josh New and David Wood a fast recovery. It was sad to hear recently of the passing of Ron White age 99 years. Our condolences go to his family.

Welcome to New Members

The Shed welcomes new members: Col Clewett, Henry Ziemnicki and Jim Henkes. Thank you for the support and we will see you at the Shed.

***Len Sims*** — Our Len can repair anything. The pictured statue is part of a water fountain feature and was broken into three pieces. Not anymore. Len has also pressure sprayed it and covered it with a waterproofing product.

Walking Football – Come and Try it. This Friday…

Notice of Special General Meeting & 18th October BBQ

September 27, 2019 By Paul L'Huillier

Notice is hereby given to all Shed members that a special general meeting will be held at 12-30 pm on the 18th October 2019, at the Shed, where the only item of business is to consider a resolution for amendments to the Rules of Association (Constitution).

This meeting will be held in conjunction with our normal monthly BBQ.

The recommendation is to
(a) amend Clause 20 (3) 1 to – The annual general meeting must by resolution decide the number of ordinary members of the committee (if any) it wishes to hold office for the next year, and
(b) amend Clause 27 (1) to – No less than 50% of committee members will constitute a quorum for the conduct of the business of a meeting of the committee.

The committee wishes to advise members that the current Rules limit us to five ordinary members, but there were seven nominations at the AGM. The meeting agreed that all seven should become committee members but we need to change the Rules for this to happen.

Coming Events

• AFL Grand Final viewing at the Shed — Saturday 28th September ’19. 2:00 pm. Half-time refreshments provided.

• General Shed Morning Clean-Up — Tuesday 1st October ’19. 9:30 am to 12 noon. No project work – all hands ‘on deck’ for this clean-up.

• Shed Garage Sale — Saturday 2nd November ’19. 9:30 am to 2:00 pm. This will be held at the Shed. We have a lot of donated items that we need to sell and the Melbourne Cup Weekend will give us this opportunity. A sausage sizzle will be put on.

• Christmas Luncheon — Wednesday 20th November in the Alex McCullough Hall.

**Almost there!** – Pictured is *Dick Puttyfoot* nearing the completion of a major Shed project i.e. producing 11 wooden signs for Parks Victoria. Signs have been computer routed & posts painted and cut to size ready for delivery. Others who have assisted *Dick* with this project are Mark Hardidge, Mal Darwent & Paul L’Huillier.

*Ian Erbacher* — Doing his rostered grass mowing duties last week. Thanks Ian.

*Reg Hollonds* — The Shed acquired three old trestles (wooden & plastic) and Reg is using his adaptive skills to resurrect them.

Community Events coming up…

Community Forum @ AUDITORIUM@informationcentre — 7:30 pm Thursday, October 3rd. We will have Dr Helen Haines (Federal), Bill Tilley (State) and Charlie Bird (Alpine Shire) with us representing all three levels of government. Each will have the opportunity to address the group and then the audience will be able to address questions to them through our Chairperson, Jodee Betheras. Supper will follow and allow an opportunity to meet more informally

Pebble Beach Information Walk — 2:00 pm Saturday 5th October. The walk is to explain the extension of the West Kiewa Track from Pebble Beach which is being sponsored by the Victorian Government’s PICK MY PROJECT. Walk, ride or drive to Embankment Drive. If you drive, park your car there and walk to the Pebble Beach loop, approximately 1 km. along the track. Be at the loop ready to hear the information and walk the extension by 2 pm sharp. Please wear stout footwear and bring water and a hat and sunscreen.

AFL Grand Final at the Shed – Sat 28th Sept 2:00 pm & Other News

September 24, 2019 By Paul L'Huillier

Come along for an afternoon of Grand Final viewing on the Shed’s 65” TV screen.

When: Saturday 28th September 2019
Time: 2:00 pm for a game start at 2:30 pm
Who’s playing: Richmond (Tigers) V Greater Western Sydney (Giants). It will be a great game.
Half-Time: Treats will be arranged (no charge). Tea & Coffee anytime. Bring your own alcohol & chair if you wish.

Last year was a great social afternoon. You don’t have to be a ‘diehard’ football follower to enjoy the game and the company.

Don’t sit at home on your own to watch the game come down to the Shed.

Hope to see you there.
Paul L’Huillier

2019/20 Committee

EXECUTIVE
Dick Puttyfoot (president)
Mark Hardidge (Vice President)
Ian Howley (secretary – temporary)
Paul L’Huillier (treasurer)
ORDINARY MEMBERS
Len Sims
John Driver
Campbell Ford
Irvin Beeston
Rob van der Linden*
Barry Hinson*
Noel McDougall*

* Welcome to new committee members Rob, Barry & Noel and thanks to Reg Hollonds who is retiring from committee.

New Cleaning & Mowing Rosters (Sept to Dec 2019)

These have been emailed to volunteers and are displayed at the Shed.

2019/20 Memberships — due by 30th Sept 2019

Following the AGM on Friday the fee has been kept the same as last year i.e. $35.00. You can pay at the Shed but please bring the correct money. The treasurer’s preferred method of payment is by Direct Credit. Bank details are as follows: Account name: Mt Beauty & District Men’s Shed Inc., BSB: 633 000 & Account #: 144372661.

Coming Events

• General Shed Morning Clean-Up — Tuesday 1st October ’19. 9:30 am to 12 noon. No project work – all hands ‘on deck’ for this clean-up.

• Christmas Luncheon — Wednesday 20th November in the Alex McCullough Hall.

**AGM BBQ** – 35 in attendance. Thanks to our Chef de Shed *Mark Hardidge* and his team for the feast.

**Herb Ougham (Kancoona**) on mowing duties now spring is with us. Herb is our oldest active member at 88 years old and spends time at the Shed on his Apple iPad.

That **Warwick Mitchell Garden Box** – *Jake Bragg* loves her new garden box. The picture was taken after delivery – from left: Dick Puttyfoot, Jake Bragg & Reg Hollonds. It’s big & heavy! Took four men to move it.

A Reminder — AGM & BBQ – Friday 20th September ’19

September 16, 2019 By Paul L'Huillier

The Shed’s eighth AGM is being held on Friday 20th September 2019 at the Shed – 2 Tennis Court Av. Mount Beauty starting at 11:30 am for a 12 noon sit down BBQ followed by the AGM. Come along for the social camaraderie and to support this unique community organisation. The Shed provides a valuable asset for the UKV community. BBQ cost is $7.00. Please bring the correct money.

AGM documentation — This was emailed to you on Thursday 5th September including AGM Notice & Agenda, Financial Report, Nomination Forms and the 2018 AGM Minutes so please have a look at these documents.

Coming Events

AFL Grand Final screening — Saturday 28th September. View at the Shed on the ‘Big 65″ Screen. 2:00 pm for a game start at 2:30 pm. Half-Time treats will be available. Don’t sit at home on your own come to Shed for a bit of social fun!
General Shed Morning Clean-Up — Tuesday 1st October ’19. 9:30 am to 12 noon. No project work – all hands ‘on deck’ for this clean-up.
Shed Garage Sale — Saturday 2nd November ’19. 9:30 am to 2:00 pm. This will be held at the Shed. We have a lot of donated items that we need to sell and the Melbourne Cup Weekend will give us this opportunity. A sausage sizzle will be put on.
Christmas Luncheon — Wednesday 20th November in the Alex McCullough Hall.
Membership Fees 2019/20 — These are due following the AGM on Friday. The fee is the same as last year i.e. $35.00. You can pay on the day but please bring the correct amount of cash. You can also pay online by Direct Credit – the treasurer’s preferred method. Visit the Shed website and look under membership for bank details.

The Three Amigo’s — from left: Mal Darwent, Len Sims & Mark Hardidge. Len did a terrific job in repairing and refurbishing this Bar Bench. The client was very happy.