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About Australia · 10 June 2026
Men's Sheds
The Bay Islands Men’s Shed (BIMS) at 24 Scotts Rd, MacLeay Island. QLD. 4184 invites new members to join. The Shed has a long strong history dating back to 2010. It is operational to this day with a new large well-equipped shed.
Our priority is men’s health and wellbeing. The shed is the ideal place to meet mates and create friendships, enjoy a cuppa and a yarn and just relax, or share common interests in the context of the Men’s Shed.
Anyone can support BIMS by attending our yearly market or donating cans and bottles. You can donate containers at “Containers for Change” collection point. This will go into the Men's Shed Bank Account if you quote Scheme ID C10291693. “Containers for Change” on Macleay Island is run by Running Wild and by using this scheme you are supporting 2 community organisations.
Containers for Change Refund point on Macleay Island is at:
16 Pelican Street, Macleay Island
Things you need to know:
BIMS scheme ID is C10291693. This allows you to credit BIMS with your refund.
Separate your eligible containers from any rubbish
Sort containers into groups if you can – glass, aluminium, clear plastic, coloured plastic, drinks poppers
You CAN crush your cans and plastic bottles.
Activities include Woodworking, furniture refinishing, welding, gardening, yoga.
Phone and website are the direct paths. To send a written enquiry, use the form below; we will forward it to The Bay Islands Mens Shed Inc immediately.
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Source: Australian Men's Shed Association national directory.
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