Sunshine Coast Marathon
BMS volunteers Sign on at Reception Sunday 13th August 2023 This is a great community event BMS has assisted annually providing volunteer Course Marshals for the past 8 years. (Some shedders have already signed on the Marathon volunteer sheet at reception for this year’s event)
- This event may be the forerunner for the Olympic Marathon in 2032 on the Sunshine Coast. Because of this, the organisers are under more scrutiny to comply with required safety demands. We will have, for shedder volunteers, a mandatory short Marshall training session prior. Volunteers will need to attend a 30minute session Wednesday 26 July 2023, 9:00am. A morning tea will be provided. Some free tee shirts will also be available.
- On Wednesday 9 August 2023, at 8:30am the usual Compulsory Course Marshal Briefing will be conducted where we will :
- Advise your marshal course Location,
- Issue the volunteers shirts
- Issue “hi vis” vest and
- Provide snacks packs that volunteers (who have signed up) can collect.
- There will also be morning tea food after the meeting.
If you are one of the 30 already signed in please complete additional information required on the sign in sheet at reception For those interested participating/volunteering please come to reception and sign in as we have only 50 places available.
Barry Cheales
President
Garage Sale
– Sunday 23 July Calling all Shedders –
We need your help for this major fundraiser!
We need your donated items to sell. A wide range of items are needed:
Books
Sporting goods
Gardening equipment
Bric-A-Brac
Any other saleable items such as toys, Collectables etc.
We will be able to receive goods from Monday17th July to Saturday 22nd July Please do not deliver them to the Shed before the 17th as storage is an issue. For further information if required:
Please contact Ian McGrath – Mobile: 0424 184 525 or Chris Amos – Email: chris.amos2@bigpond.com
Thank you! Event Organising Committee
WOW WOW WOW!! The latest build from master toymaker and shedder Ray Edwards
A Very Clever Member!
This dolls house was built by Alan Webster for a special customer order – very impressive!
A Detailed History of our Shed
One of our “originals”, Norm Thursby (IRP), has written an incredibly detailed historical piece on our Shed, spanning the events from its infancy (when it was just an idea) all the way through to what it was at the end of 2020. A huge “Thank You” to Norm for what is indeed a historical document which will be a valued reference and insight into the history of both the evolution of the Shed and how our founding fathers created the wonderful institution that our Shed is today. Click the link here: Beginnings
Present and Future Covid Requirements
On 29 August 2021, the Shed introduced a new safety protocol to ensure the best protection for members against Covid. We will be requiring that new/renewing members show their Covid vaccination status. Following on from that, we are introducing a “no jab, no entry” restriction from 1 January 2022. To be clear: from that date, you must be fully vaccinated against Covid to enter the Shed premises. This is a necessary step to ensure a safe environment and we are hoping that it will give you confidence to socialise and work with your fellow shedders.
A very generous member has donated a belated Christmas present to the Shed. Thank you to John Hobbs for the 50″ TV which will be used in the Gym for our group training sessions.
GOOD NEWS
Open Day 2019
Our open day was a huge success, being the first at our new premises. More than 60 prospective new members enquired about joining us and we raised much needed funds to service the debts incurred in building our new home. Many thanks to all those who put so much time and effort into this major event.
It’s Nice to be Appreciated.
Our humble Shed has just been awarded “2019 Shed of the Year” by the Australian Men’s Shed Association. If you would like to see how this was achieved, please click: AMSA Shed of the Year award nomination.
This link gives you an in depth view of what we do and how we do it – a must read!
Success!
Due to persistence and dogged determination, our president has achieved a wonderful outcome for all Men’s Sheds, Australia wide! Federal Finance Minister, Mathias Cormann and Member for Fairfax, Ted O’Brien MP met with members of the Sunshine Coast’s men’s and women’s sheds this morning to discuss the Federal Government’s commitment to grant Men’s and Women’s Sheds Deductible Gift Recipient status.
Many thanks to View News Sunshine Coast for the report.
The move is complete!!
The new Shed is open for business at 38 Advance Road, Kuluin 4558.
We have officially opened the new Shed!
Some random photos of the Grand Opening
For All Latest New Shed Updates, click here
January Update
Only some minor Plumbing and Electrical work to be done and of course the car park and driveway to be finished. Not long now!
December Piccie
Inspection – Late November
Ross and Norm gave a few of the troops a guided tour of our new digs. Wow! All were impressed (read “blown away”) by the scale of this build and what the boys have achieved in producing such an amazing BMS HQ. It will set a very high standard for future Men’s Sheds across our beautiful country! Congratulations to all those involved in this very complex and involved project.
November Progress Piccies
State Government Grant
Thanks Brent! Fantastic assistance from the State Government for our new shed.
Annual Open Day 2018
Well, our 6th Open Day last Saturday was a best ever by a considerable
margin with
*the records broken in the amount taken
*the record raffle funds raised (thanks to Richard Webb and
his untiring efforts) and
*the record number of people attending,
*the full house of attending politicians from three levels of
government
*the magnificent team of helpers under Dick Winfield
*the massive organisation bringing it all together, creating a great
festival and putting it all away afterwards.
Thanks to all who helped and those who attended contributing to a true Open
Day showing the diversity of work being done in the Buderim Men’s Shed
through our activities and the great positive atmosphere and camaraderie.
A great success. Again thanks to all who helped
Further October Progress
Even with some weather setbacks, the progress is astonishing!
01 October 2018
Cladding and car park coming along nicely! Many thanks to William Baarslag for the excellent overhead drone photo.
Further Progress (17 Sep 2018)
Things are moving quickly now, with the first shed skeleton under way and the entrance road and car park taking shape.
Progress (20 August 2018)!
The dry weather has created some horror stories with drought and fires, but it has allowed our new shed to finally progress from a scar in the bush to an established worksite.
Fitness Group
The Shed fitness group celebrated their third birthday with a breakfast in Buderim. To accompany the occasion, one of the original members, Harvey Hopkins, penned this little ditty:
And here are some of the happy participants!
Christmas in July
A very successful afternoon was had by one and all at our Christmas in July fundraiser
We are having a Farewell Garage Sale, Sat 31 Aug 2019, at 53 Mill Road Buderim!
Catch a bargain at the old Shed on Mill Road as we clean out all the paraphernalia that we cannot fit in our new premises! We will be there from 07:00am till 12:00pm.
Photos below show a small selection of the many items that will be for sale.
Christmas Lunch 2018
A fantastic Christmas celebration was had by all – good food, good company and a fitting end to an incredible year.
An extremely successful “Spanner in the Works” morning at the Shed
Thank you to 7 News Sunshine Coast and WIN News Sunshine Coast for the videos.
Presentation on Fitness
University of Sunshine Coast student placement Exercise Physiology students presentation at the Shed. This follows their assistance with the Shed Fitness Classes 3 mornings a week.
The Shed has replaced the cubby house at the Mountain Creek State School
Annual Open Day
The sixth annual Open Day will be conducted at the Buderim Men’s Shed at 53 Mill Road Buderim on Saturday 20th October 2018 commencing at 8.30am until 1.00pm.
Open day is your opportunity to grab a bargain, find that unusual Christmas present or pick up an original item hand-crafted by one of the creative Buderim Men’s Shedders.
Some of the goods on offer:-
- Buderim Shed’s classic wooden toys
- Wooden bread boards, bowls, plates, table decorations etc.
- Garden leadlight ornaments
- Pot holders
- Plants
- Art works
- Leather belts, coasters etc.
Prices range from a few $ up to a few hundred $ for hand crafted work
We will be providing Coffee & Cakes, a Sausage Sizzle and Soft Drinks all at reasonable prices.
We are preparing some surprise fun activities for the kids – both young and not so young.
Visit our Buderim shop!
We have a new shop front in “The Hub” in Buderim Village! It is open most weekdays, so if you are in the area, do drop in and browse. All sorts of surprises await you.
Surprise visit from LNP Member for Nanango
In a surprise visit to the Buderim Men’s Shed on Wednesday 1 November, LNP Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington and local Buderim LNP candidate Brent Mickelberg did a tour of our shed gardens and of the main shed. With a full media pack in tow she announced a commitment by the LNP of $600,000.00 to the Buderim Men’s Shed Building fund if the LNP achieve government in the forthcoming state election. Shedders, mostly from the Wednesday woodwork group, were in attendance to welcome this great announcement.
Ladies, Forget the Tradies!!
Buderim Men’s Shed are repeating the popular ladies home maintenance classes this April after many enquiries
The three classes will be conducted at our premises at 53 Mill Road Buderim on Wednesdays with one afternoon session and another in the early evening so that school pickups and working mums are catered for.
Class times are 12.30 till 2.30 and 5.30 till 7.30 and will be held on April 4th/11th/18th.
Topics include simple electrical and plumbing repairs, simple fixes for minor wall damage, painting tips and preparation and simple picture hanging methods and materials.
The classes include many tips from our extensive range of trade background and some hands on activities for those prepared to try. We welcome specific enquiries about household problems and will offer some solutions and advice.
Enrol Now at buderimmensshed@gmail.com with the heading Ladies Class or complete the enrolment form at either the shopfront in Buderim or at the Men’s shed.
Class sizes will be limited and total Cost is $60
Afternoon tea or supper will be provided
Shed Shop Front
Ray White Buderim have kindly allowed us to temporarily occupy their old Buderim office. The shop is open most weekdays, so if you are in the area, pop in to catch up on our latest news or maybe even grab a bargain! The shop is situated in the main street (Burnett St.) next to the Bendigo Bank and opposite the local news agency.
Coffee Mugs
As you may be aware Personalized Coffee Mugs with either a photo of yourself or of something to signify that the Coffee mug belongs to you, can be purchased from the Men’s Shed.
Ted McLean is taking orders which must include a photograph and the $10 fee.
Dave Stagall has offered to take photographs for members on Tuesdays. Dave is located in the main office with John Payne.
The Cubby House has been won!!
Charlie Doherty, from Twin Waters, is happy to be the proud new owner of the Buderim Men’s Shed Cubby House!
The Cubby House Raffle was drawn in front of a large crowd at the Buderim Men’s Shed garage sale on Saturday 27 May.
Next Yakety-Yak Visit
After the successful visit to the Coastguard at Mooloolaba. BMS Yakety-Yak is organizing a visit to the the Sunshine Coast Council Recycling Depot in Nambour on Tuesday, 13 June 2017. The visit will take from 1 to 2 hours and will start at 10:00 am. Morning tea could be included.
If you would like to come, please reply to this email to bill.duffield@westnet.com.au and give your contact phone number. If there is sufficient interest we may hire a small bus and charge a fee. This would give us the 2 hour visit with morning tea.
An alternative is to car pool and to have 1 to 2 hour visit and no morning tea.
Will you please indicate in your email reply whether you are willing to pay for a bus, or take your car, and how many passengers you could take with you. A prompt reply will be appreciated.
Don’t Forget the Super Garage Sale on 27 May!!
Some of the quirkier items that will be on sale
SHED CLOSED: 25 April for ANZAC Day
SOCIAL DAY
Sunday 23 April: Barefoot Bowls, Buderim Bowls Club commencing at 1pm.
Shedders and Family welcome. You do not need to be a bowler to have a great day.
Cost is $15 per head and includes a BBQ Lunch.
To assist with the organisation of this function, please put you name and the number participating on the Barefoot Bowls sheet in the foyer.
Mooloolaba Coast Guard Visit
BMS Yakety Yak is organising a visit to the Mooloolaba Coast Guard on Tuesday, February 28th, starting there at 11:00 am. If you would like to learn more about the operation of the Coast Guard and see over the facilities, please email Bill Duffield, bill.duffield@westnet.com.au, before February 21st, so that an indication of numbers attending can be given to Ian Hunt, the Flotilla Commander. Alternatively, put your name on the list at the Reception Desk in the Shed.
The Fifth Annual Open Day
The fifth annual Open Day will be conducted at the Buderim Men’s Shed at 53 Mill Road Buderim on Saturday 19th November 2016 commencing at 08.30 until 1.00pm.
Open day is your opportunity to grab a bargain, find that unusual Christmas present or pick up an original item hand-crafted by one of the creative Buderim Men’s Shedders.
Some of the goods on offer:-
- Buderim Shed’s classic wooden toys
- Wooden bread boards, bowls, plates, table decorations etc.
- Garden leadlight ornaments
- Pot holders
- Plants
- Art works
- Leather belts, coasters etc.
Prices range from a few $ up to a few hundred $ for hand crafted work
We will be providing Coffee & Cakes, a Sausage Sizzle and Soft Drinks all at reasonable prices.
There will be guest appearances from the Sunshine Coast Grammar School Concert Band , our own Buderim Shed music group and of course Super Shedman .
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We are preparing some surprise fun activities for the kids – both young and not so young.
Buy a ticket in our Monster Raffle for a chance to win one of 6 great prizes
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At the next BMS Yakety-Yak session on Tuesday, 8 November at 11:30 am, Shedder John Hankins has arranged for Senior Constable Sandy Atkinson to give a presentation on “Personal Safety”. This topic is of interest to every Shed member because we are all confronted by issues about our safety in the community. There will be a time for questions. You are welcome to come along and join in.
Noosa Tri
The organisers of the recent World Triathlon were very pleased with the assistance given by our members and would like us to assist at the Noosa Triathlon to be held on 30 October. We need 14 volunteers and it is suggested that we car pool to reduce the number of vehicles to park in a busy area. More information can be obtained from the Noosa Triathlon website.
To all Shedders living alone
Hi guys. Just prior to Christmas I was made aware of the fact that according to a survey by the University Sunshine Coast, 20% of our shed memberships live alone. As one of this 20% I am aware of some of the difficulties this group experiences.
One such shedder said that Christmas was the loneliest day of the year.
We can get together at the shed during the day but sometimes it would be nice to be able to share a meal or a social event with someone in the evening.
So I have had what is at this stage just a thought bubble; what if the shedders without partners could form a group who could arrange activities outside shed hours?
If you are one of this 20% and you think this thought bubble has some merit, contact me at the coordinates below, preferably by email but phone contact is quite OK.
If there is enough interest we can get together and make some plans!
My Contact Details:
David Westmore
Welfare Officer
Email wesbud2@iinet.net.au
Phone 0418989404
Justice of the Peace Service
Please note that as I am in the Men’s Shed on Wednesdays I will be available to sign documents as a Justice of the Peace if anybody requires this service.
In addition there is a Justice Of the Peace Service being offered at the Old Post Office, Buderim.
(The hours at the Old Post Office are from 10am to 1pm Monday to Friday.)
Justice of the Peace Services are free of charge.
Kind regards
Ray Crockett
Buderim Tavern
The following was received from the Buderim Tavern re their sponsoring programme
The Buderim Tavern is still giving us 10% of the total spend by our members, but it is now split in the following way:
* 5% is given to your club in the way that the initial 10% was given and
* 5% is given as a direct discount at the time of purchase to your members
we have designated membership cards at each point of sale in the venue for each of our sponsorship clubs (bistro food, bistro bar, gaming bar, sports bar & function bar) All your members need to say to the staff is that they are a member of your club & we will swipe our designated membership card. There are no longer individual membership cards. Those of you that still have cards can still use them to show proof of membership, but we will swipe the card we have on file when it is shown.
Regards
John Payne
Retro Family Fun Day
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Notes from The Secretary
We have had a good response to Internet for Beginners but there are places still available, so if you are interested please put your name on the the list on the front counter. Days and times can be arranged with the instructors. These classes are for instruction on PC’s, Apple and Android tablets and are made possible due to a grant from Illawara Retirement Trust (IRT) who have 3 retirement villages on the Sunshine Coast.
Sunshine Coast Marathon 21 August 2016
We have the opportunity for an easy fundraiser for the Building Fund by assisting at this marathon as road side marshals. Similar to last year shedders assisted at street corners during the marathon to provide control at street corners. Free marshall tee shirt and food provided.
The shed gets payment for each marshal and we will need 40 so some money to be made. Please sign up at the sign on counter we need 40 shedder volunteers”
If you are able to help on this day please let us know by return email. or leave your name with John Payne at the front desk.
Fishing Trip
The next fishing trip is planned for Monday July 18 at 8.00am at Swan Boat Hire on Bradman Avenue.
To reduce costs Ted is looking for 22 attendees with 2 holding boat licences to drive the pontoons.
Costs are to be confirmed but hopefully roughly $25 including lunch at the Waterfront Hotel.
All monies to be paid to Ted by Monday July 11.
Your early response will be greatly appreciated.
General Meeting next Tuesday 21 June 2016 starting 11.00am. As mentioned at last general meeting we have invited 6 Federal political candidates for Fairfax who will attend and give a brief insight of their policies and in particular in regard to Men’s Sheds. We will have a short General Shed meeting 11.00am to 11.45 following which our own Craig Allingham will conduct the 45 minute session with the prospective politicians. If you have a question you would like to put to the group please type it out and hand to Craig prior to the meeting. See below
You may be one of the estimated 40% of the electors who choose to lodge a pre-poll vote for the Federal Election on July 2. If so, don’t vote yet.
At our general meeting on July 21 we will be hosting a forum with at least six of the candidates for the seat of Fairfax.
Come along and hear what they have to say about shed funding, community support and local issues. The party leaders will give you the big picture (macro economic) positions, but we actually will be voting for a local candidate, so it is important to impress them with our interest and attendance while they strive to impress us with …. well with something I hope.
The moderator for the session will be Craig Allingham who can’t wait to shut them down after their four minute speeches! Come along and bring relevant questions to pose during the session or face to face at the sausage sizzle with those courageous enough to stay on.
Nutrition Survey
Judi from the USC sent this for forwarding to members
The survey will take about 10 minutes of your time and you have a chance of winning a $50 voucher.
Please help us to make this a successful survey
John Payne
Dear Shedders:
You have a chance to win one of ten $50 Coles/Myer vouchers by completing a quick 10 minute survey. They are found in the front reception area under the name badges or alternatively they can be completed online using this link: danacraven.com
If you would like to have a one hour consultation with Dana (Dietitian) you go in the draw to win a $100 Coles/Myer voucher.
Please complete the surveys as support of the USC by the end of June 2016.
Thank you in advance.
Live Well, Poo Well
Come along Tuesday 31st of May at 12.30pm (bring your lunch if you are game) to the main meeting room at the Shed where you can hear the latest information on foods and how they effect your bowel health from our nutrition students Lauren and Judi.
After which, Craig Allingham will give a fascinating demonstration of safe and effective toileting mechanics and how to reduce your chance of hemorrhoids, polyps and bowel cancer.
This whole session will take about 30-40 minutes of your time. Or on average, about two poos.
No need to let us know, just turn up on Tuesday next and prepare to be amazed and entertained.
Garage Sale
The Men’s Shed will be conducting a Garage Sale at the Shed on Saturday 21 May 2016. The previous Garage sale raised a considerably amount of money for the shed. We are asking for help from members with the accumulation of goods intended for sale. Items we can sell e.g. plants, books, furniture in good order, bric-a-brac etc.
Where possible the goods need to be stored at your home until Friday 20 May 2016.
If the woodworking, metal and leather groups can make items before the Sale, this would be appreciated, or any group that may be able to assist with any saleable goods.
In order to make my job easier it would be appreciated, if you can contact me by telephone, email or written note, advising of any items you will be donating. All items donated and available for sale will be recorded.
Yours sincerely
Dick Winfield
Shed Coordinator
7 March 2016
Notes from the Secretary
Please note that the next monthly meeting will be next Tuesday 17 May at 11.00am. All members are encouraged to attend.
Matters to consider before the meeting are:-
- We need someone to organise or assist in the organisation of the fund raising Sausage Sizzles.
- We are also looking for members to induct new members on the day they join, mainly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.
Anyone interested in either of the above please contact the office
- Bowelscan Test Kits are available at the office for $15.00 until 30 May.
John Payne
Secretary
Some Housekeeping
1. Please note, the Thursday Wood Turning group is full..
2. Request from University of the Sunshine Coast for people interested in volunteering to take part in Cardiovascular Research. Information can be obtained from the Office.
3. Meals on Wheels are looking for volunteers who may be interested in assisting them on Monday and Friday mornings. The duties will be driving their van around to collect or deliver goods or services. No heavy lifting involved. If you are interested please contact Arna on 5443 3246.
Computer Group Trivia Quiz
Greg Cummins will be conducting a Trivia Quiz on Tuesday 2 February as Bill Maxwell will be away. Please click here Trivia Quiz (3) (3) for full details.
BUDERIM MEN’S SHED NUTRITION PROJECT
At the November 2015 General Meeting we were fortunate to have The University of Sunshine Coast nutrition students Emma Strutt and Rachel McMahon present us with an entertaining and informative session about nutrition and its impact upon our health.
What an appropriate title for their audio-visual presentation. “GRANDAD’S DIET DILEMMA”. Click on this link to see the visuals. You’ll be pleased you did.
The presentation was engaging because it was well researched, polished and professional and clearly explained in terms we can understand how to make better food choices to improve our health. It reminds us that many commercial packaged food products, especially breakfast foods, are high in salt and sugar, have minimal nutritional value and use food packaging that suggests non-existent health benefits. An example of a better breakfast option was minimally processed oats, fruits, fruits canned in its own juice and yoghurts. Sadly for the writer, bacon and eggs are not one of the recommendations.
Options for lunch and dinner are offered and focus upon a balanced diet. Examples are eating whole grain breads and limiting red meat to about three palm size serves per week. The visuals are interesting because they cover the WHY as well as the WHAT and are very easy to follow.
The advice that margarine is a better option than butter caused quite a stir with many of us having our long term preference for butter challenged and excited much comment. The spirited response proved that 80 older men were really listening; a sure indicator of a successful presentation. The section on interpreting food labels was excellent and the wallet sized memory jogger we each received will be of great help when we food shop.
Rachel and Emma’s sound advice is part of Craig Allingham’s ongoing project promoting and enabling men’s health and fitness within our shed. Integrated into this program are Cookery Classes for members who need to learn the basics and put the advice into practice. Following this presentation, a healthy cooking class was held at the shed, putting into practice the lessons learned and conducted by Rachel and Emma. The first group is now running as a follow on to the nutrition presentation.
We look forward hearing their next report on their research to inform improvement to our shed services.
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“Who We Are” Video
IRT Foundation was established in 2014 by IRT Group to change perceptions of older people and of ageing. In October 2015, the foundation launched Australia’s first YouTube channel to provide relevant news and information to over 55s- The Good Life.
The show features stories relevant to older Australians and demonstrates that we all have the opportunity to age without barriers.
With men’s health in mind, The Good Life’s film crew visited Buderim Men’s Shed to talk to us about the benefits and importance of places for men to interact with other men as we get older. Watch the BMS presentation here.
You can view the full episode by visiting bit.do/the-good-life
Mens Shed ANZAC Horse Project
The Minister for Veteran affairs Stuart Robert MP unveiled a monument to the Australian Light Horse on Saturday 31 October 2015 at a park in Woombye, Queensland. This monument was designed, assembled and erected by members of the Buderim Men’s Shed.
The project began in January 2014 when Buderim Men’s Shed members discussed what lasting contribution the shed could make to the Centenary of ANZAC commemoration. It was agreed that the role of the Australian Light Horse deserved far greater recognition for its often overlooked pivotal contribution to eventual victory in World War 1 (WW1). The decision was made to seek financial assistance through the Australian Government’s Anzac Centenary local grants program to construct a memorial.
The project was driven by Vice-President Barry Cheales and designed by shedder and resident artist Jeff Franklin. Jeff suggested a stylised ‘Waler’ horse because the breed is synonymous with the mounted regiments during this period of WW1. Following discussions with the Sunshine Coast Regional Council a suitably significant location at Woombye was confirmed. The site already has a Light Horse museum featuring memorabilia and acknowledges the presence of two troops of the Australian Light Horse based in this region; one in Woombye and the other in Maleny.
The design has five panels which focus on the five letters of the word ANZAC. Starting at either end the viewer can only see the panel edges. As one moves around the monument the ‘Waler” is revealed looking battle weary, tired and sad at never seeing Australia again. Reaching the far end and turning the ‘Waler’ again disappears before reappearing a second time. This represents respect for the passing of the ‘Waler’ to be replaced by mechanisation and the passing of the Light Horsemen who made the ultimate sacrifice. The lighted yellow glass insets depict the rising and setting sun as we remember the loss of the ‘Walers’ and their riders the now legendary Light Horsemen.
After almost two years of solid effort to organise, design, build and erect the monument was ready for unveiling. On the 31 October 2015, a large parade of veterans, led by a band, a group of WW1 re-enactment nurses and twenty one Light Horses marched down the main street of Woombye followed by two Australian Army light amphibious armoured vehicles to the Woombye Cenotaph. A military service then remembered and honoured those who fought in the decisive Battle of Beersheba exactly 98 years before and all others who have served Australia. The Battle of Beersheba in which the Australian Light Horse regiments played a pivotal role in achieving the final victory in the Third Battle of Gaza, was the last time mounted riflemen were used in battle.
After the service the large crowd moved on to watch the unveiling by The Minister for Veteran affairs Stuart Robert MP and attended by Federal, State and Local government politicians, RSL representatives and senior military personnel.
Since the memorial dedication ceremony and the parade there has been a noticeable ripple effect among all levels of government and the community we serve that recognises the positive contribution the Buderim Men’s Shed and its members are making to community building.
The Buderim Men’s Shed sincerely thanks artist Jeff Franklin for a fantastic public art piece of international standard, Barry Cheales who was the driving force behind the project keeping it on track and the other shedders who assisted on the day.
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