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About Australia · 10 June 2026

Men's Sheds
The North Balwyn Community Men’s Shed is to provide a focus for men in the local community to informally:
Enhance good health and develop friendships
Share knowledge and skills
Get involved in activities of particular interest or of community benefit
Or, just “chill out” with new friends
For $30, you can become a member of North Balwyn Community Men's Shed for life. There is also an annual fee of $50 and a $3 fee per visit.
Activities include Personal projects, Designing/making/repairing various items, Community-based projects, Designing and making craft items for sale and donation, Vegetable growing, Monthly BBQ (last Thursday of each month).
Phone and website are the direct paths. To send a written enquiry, use the form below; we will forward it to North Balwyn Community Men’s Shed Inc immediately.
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