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About Australia · 10 June 2026

Men's Sheds
The Port Phillip Mens Shed was formed in 2012 and we currently have a woodworking shed, a metal working shed and a kitchen garden. We currently have over 150 members.
Port Phillip Men's Shed welcomes women members who can access our shed on all days we are open.
Aims of the Port Phillip Men’s Association
Activities:
Our primary woodworking shed is at St Kilda South Port Uniting Church (SSPUC) located in South Melbourne where members work on either their own projects or we have range of community projects which members can volunteer for.
We also have a shed dedicated to metal working and a Garden plot within the same grounds. Or just come and socialise.
Phone and website are the direct paths. To send a written enquiry, use the form below; we will forward it to Port Phillip Men's Shed Assoc immediately.
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