SHED Happens Mackay

13/02/2026

Big congratulations to Charlie Jones (DBCT), pictured here receiving the Weber BBQ after winning our door prize at this morning’s International Men’s Day Celebratory Breakfast.
A huge thank you to Nigel Dalton MP for donating the BBQ, and to everyone who bought tickets and supported what we do.

04/02/2026

Ticket sales close Soon — book now: https://www.trybooking.com/DIMPI

Mackay Shed Happens’ 6th International Men’s Day Breakfast • Friday 13 Feb • Souths Leagues Club.

📅 Friday 13 February 2026
⏰ 6:45 AM – 9:30 AM
📍 Souths Leagues Club, 181 Milton St, Mackay QLD 4740
Proudly sponsored by DGH Engineering, supported by Daly Bay Coal Terminal.
Guided table conversations • Focus topic:
“Discrimination against men in social services, social attitudes and expectations, and the law.”

29/01/2026

Early bird pricing for the Men's Day Celebratory Breakfast are available until 31 January.

Mackay Shed Happens is celebrating its sixth International Men’s Day on Wednesday 13 February 2026 at Souths Leagues Club. Proudly sponsored by DGH...

14/01/2026

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/DIMPI

Mackay Shed Happens is celebrating our 6th International Men’s Day Breakfast on Friday 13 February 2026 at Souths Leagues Club.

Proudly sponsored by DGH Engineering and supported by Daly Bay Coal Terminal, the morning will feature guided table conversations.

This year’s discussion focus:
“Discrimination against men in social services, social attitudes and expectations, and the law.”

📅 Friday 13 February 2026
⏰ 6:45 AM – 9:30 AM
📍 Souths Leagues Club, 181 Milton St, Mackay QLD 4740

🔗 Book now: https://www.trybooking.com/DIMPI

📱 Or scan the QR code in the image.

01/01/2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR CHAMPIONS FROM EVERYONE FROM SHED HAPPENS

24/12/2025

Christmas can hit different.
For some it’s family, food, laughs and good memories. For others it’s grief, distance, stress, or reminders you’d rather not have.
This video is a good reminder: you’re not “behind” or broken if you’re struggling. Keep going—one day at a time. 🎄

As the name suggests, here's a Christmas song written for those who don't flourish this time of year.Whether it's family, consumerism, or on religious ground...

20/12/2025

Sad news this morning, one of our past Mackay Man Of The Year recipients passed away last night. Don Leckenby had the majority of his family around his bedside before breathing his last. He was a personal friend and strong supporter of 'shed'. Rest easy in your new abode good friend.
Shed Happens passes our condolences onto Don's family.

04/12/2025

In case you missed it on the day, here’s our president, Frank Cowell, chatting with ABC Radio for International Men’s Day 2025.

In this interview he shares what Shed Happens is all about and why events like our Mackay Man of the Year awards matter for blokes, families, and our community.

The photos in this video are from the Mackay Man of the Year ceremony held the same day.
Have a listen and celebrate the good men of Mackay with us.

29/11/2025

29/11/2025

Congratulations to Corrie Thompson! the 2025 Mackay Man of the Year.

Some moments from our Mackay Man of the Year announcement. We’re grateful for the men who lead by example in our community.

25/11/2025

Last week we wrapped up our final Shed Night for the year with great food, good mates, and solid conversations. On the night we announced our Mackay Man of the Year: Corrie Thompson.

Runners-up were Stephan Reid and Naguesh Gaunekar – well done, gents. After the presentation Frank interviewed Corrie “shed style”, and we look forward to hearing more from him in the years ahead as he continues to serve as a leader among men in Mackay.

We take December off, so our next Shed Night will be on the third Wednesday in January. Details about the Men’s Day breakfast in February are coming soon. Stay tuned.

16/11/2025

Shed Night – Wednesday 19 November

Our next Shed Night is on Wednesday 19 November 2025, kicking off at 6:30pm in the usual spot – the undercover area at Mackay Christian College, 9 Quarry Street.

Entry is a $10 donation.

This month is a special one. During the evening we will also announce the Mackay Man of the Year for 2025. This Shed Night is open to the general public.

Bring a mate and come along for a great night of stories, encouragement, and community.