Turning the first sod in Warragamba for the new Warradale Men’s Shed. Photos by Noel Rowsell
IT was an exciting morning on 18th February, marking another milestone for the local community as members of the Warradale Men’s Shed, dignitaries and friends officially celebrated the start of construction on the new, purpose-built home for the Men’s Shed in Warragamba.
The Men’s Shed is relocating to Council land behind the Rural Fire Service (RFS) shed on Marsh Road, providing a secure long-term home, where members can keep doing what they do best, building community connections, sharing skills and supporting others.
Garry Saunders.
Wollondilly Shire Mayor Matt Gould and Judy Hannan MP both spoke of their excitement for the commencement of the project. It has been a long time coming, and they both recognised the patience and determination of the Warradale Men’s Shed members in their quest for a new home.
The Mayor also acknowledged the work done by Ms Hannan by saying “I want to say a huge thank you to Judy Hannan, for backing this project and helping secure the funding to make it happen.
“Congratulations to the Warradale Men’s Shed members, also recognised as Wollondilly Local Hero award winners on Australia Day. It is a well-deserved acknowledgement of everything you do, including your great work with Warragamba Public School.”
The new shed is sure to draw additional interest from the bordering Wallacia district, with some current members already making that trek across the river to the current location in Warragamba.
Mayor Matt Gould with Warradale Men’s Shed’s Garry Saunders and Judy Hannan MP.
