General News
6 March, 2024
Cobden men's shed receives funding boost
COBDEN'S Men's Shed received a boost last week from the state government.
The local shed, based at the rear of Cobdenhealth, was one of 28 men’s sheds across the state to receive funding.
Labor Member for Western Victoria Gayle Tierney congratulated the successful grant recipients.
The Cobden Men’s Shed will receive almost $12,200 towards building a shed extension for use as storage to free up space in the exisiting workshop.
“I am so pleased that Cobden Men’s Shed has received funding in this latest Men’s Shed grant round,” Ms Tierney said.
“Cobden Men’s Shed provides a welcoming place for locals to come together to learn new skills, contribute to the community and improve wellbeing .
“This grant is great news for our Cobden Shedders - it will go a long way to help them continue their important work in the local community.”
Minister for Carers and Volunteers Ros Spence said men’s sheds provide a welcoming place to learn new skills.
“These grants help to establish new Men’s Sheds, complete repairs, and make improvements that ensure they are safe, remain fit for purpose, and are accessible to all members,” she said.
The Victorian Government has provided 487 grants to Men’s Sheds since 2015, through an annual $1 million investment.
To view the full list of grant recipients, visit providers.dffh.vic.gov.au/mens-shed-program.