Morpeth Men's Shed Inc

16/10/2026

This morning we are assisting Morpeth Art Gallery with their bird art display weekend.

We're selling various nesting boxes for Lotikeets, Rosella's, Kookaburras and possums as well as Indian Mynah traps.

Wooden toys. Pens and medal/presentation boxes are also available.

We are set up off Green St, Morpeth, next to the art gallery and opposite Miss Lily's Lollies.

12/10/2026

02/10/2026

Helping local wildlife, one bird box at a time!

Morpeth Men’s Shed members are putting their woodworking skills to work for local wildlife, handcrafting nesting boxes for Rosellas, Lorikeets and Kookaburras.

Designed with native birds in mind, the boxes provide a safe nesting option where natural tree hollows may be limited.

Come and see the handmade bird boxes and find out more at "The Bird and Brush" Art Exhibition on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th October 2026. Bird boxes will be available to order at the exhibition.

Support this great local project bringing together woodworking, community spirit and a love of Australian native wildlife. 🦜💚
Morpeth Art Gallery Morpeth Antiques Centre & Campbell's Store Complex It Must Be Morpeth My Maitland Tearoom at Servants Quarters

02/09/2026

It was a pleasure to further our association with Morpeth Primary School when we welcomed another group of students to the shed this morning. The questions were good, the interest was real and it's hard to say who got the most pleasure from their visit, the kids or the shedders.

21/08/2026

Following our highly successful day hosting the students from class 1/2 of Morpeth Primary School we received a visit from the senior teacher, Deanne Lees, who presented us with posters drawn by the students describing their visit. The guys were really touched by this lovely gesture of appreciation.

We hope to make this visit an annual event.

19/08/2026

Some of the students from Morpeth Primary School called in today to see how us old folks fill our days. They were a great group of kids who took a keen interest in all that we showed them and asked some very good questions. Our blokes went above and beyond to show off their skills whilst providing talks that were both informative and entertaining. It's fair to say these kids were a credit to their school and we will welcome them back any time. Perhaps a few will become members in about sixty years .

14/08/2026

A shed is a shed, whether it’s a Men’s Shed or a Women’s Shed. Regardless of gender or pronouns, we all share the same core values and objectives.

We were recently approached by Sue Smith, who is the driving force in setting up Maitland Women’s Shed, for advice on the perils, pitfalls and legal requirements in establishing a shed. Our past secretary, Paul Lindeman, who did a lot of the heavy lifting when our Shed started was happy to share his knowledge and experience.

Knowing first-hand how tight money can be when a Shed is starting without a reliable income, the committee decided that this was a cause we really should support. Sue was invited to the Shed today on a pretext where she was presented with a cheque for $500 by President Peter Fleming and Paul to help them get started.

Sue’s reaction says it all.

Good luck, Ladies. We wish you every success.

09/08/2026

Australia was the birthplace of the Men's Shed movement and we are always happy to acknowledge milestones in the journey of other Sheds around the country and the world, especially where our members have a personal connection.

One of our members, is a former "Bankie" and would like to give a "fair dinkum" shout out to Chris Laws, chairman of Clydebank Men's Shed in Scotland. The Committee of Morpeth Men's Shed would like to congratulate their colleagues there on 10 years of success and ensuring that men's health is given "a fair shake of the sauce bottle" in the town that gave birth to ships such as the QE2.

Whilst it is not on the same scale as the Cunarders made in Clydebank, Graham, Paul, and Kevin toasted the Wh**ky Plank on a boat we are building, with a drop of Auchentoshan, a "bonzer" drop, thereby cementing the links between our two sheds! https://www.facebook.com/menshedclydebank

Clydebank Men's Shed

05/08/2026

Updated with feedback from a happy customer. One of the satisfying things in the men's shed is the pleasure our work can bring.

This may well be our youngest customer ever. Arizona in her own custom built carriage to accompany her mum down the aisle.

31/07/2026

Our annual general meeting was held today and culminated in the election of members to fill seven committee positions, including the entire executive. The outgoing president, Keith Angel, has served 14 years in the role and provided strong leadership and a steady hand on the rudder through some difficult times. The other committee members have all made significant contributions to the running of the Shed and the success we have enjoyed. At the same time, some new blood on the committee will bring fresh ideas as we face the challenges of the future.

A BBQ lunch was donated by Tenambit Butchery and was much appreciated. Tenambit Butchery have been our provider of choice for monthly BBQs and catering at the netball BBQs for many years and their meat is always outstanding, so it was a pleasure to have them involved today.