COVID-19 restrictions forced the closure of the members’ meeting weekly at the shed behind Murchison Neighbourhood House on Impey St; however, with restrictions having been eased, Wednesday, November 25 was the first real opportunity for members to return.
Murchison Men's Shed president Dennis McCullagh said last week a few members helped clear away the cobwebs and dust from the facility after it had been virtually abandoned for nine months.
Mr McCullagh said the Men's Shed provided a safe haven for mental health and a way to combat loneliness.
“We actually had two days where we met at my place before the second wave hit, then we got closed down again,” he said.
“It was pretty hard not to meet, but our members were pretty good because they all kept in touch.
“The shed is basically for men's health. We try to look after each other and it's a place where they can talk.
“They don't need to come and build anything or have any skills; people are more than welcome to come along for a cuppa and a chat.
“We haven't got a lot of space but we're always happy to welcome new members.”
Mr McCullagh said the Murchison Men's Shed was hoping to relocate to a bigger shed in the future.
The Murchison Men's Shed members meet on Wednesdays between 11 am and 2 pm.
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