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Otago Daily Times
30-07-2025
- Health
- Otago Daily Times
Expo set to help men's physical, mental health
Taieri Blokes Shed members will promote good health at an event next month. PHOTO: SAM HENDERSON An event next month will be an opportunity for a wellbeing pit stop. The Taieri Blokes Shed is hosting a Men's Health Expo on Saturday, August 9. Taieri Blokes Shed member Ian Miller said the event was an opportunity stay on top of wellbeing. "Because men don't talk about their own health very much at all." The event, from 9.30am-1pm, at Mosgiel Presbyterian Church, will feature stallholders from a range of organisations. "We have got about 14 or 15 different health stalls where the individual can talk one-on-one." Men will be able to explore health services such as hearing tests, blood pressure checks, mole mapping, podiatry and medical bracelets. They will be able to find information on Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, diabetes and prostate cancer and learn about receiving support for mobility, mental health and grief. "You can go and visit each stall holder and talk to them on what you think you might have a health issue on." Mr Miller said the Taieri Blokes Shed, as part of the shared Menz Shed movement across the country was built to help men's health and wellbeing. "It is for retired men, or mainly retired men, to have somewhere to go, have fellowship, talk about things, create things." The movement had a renewed focus on promoting men's health, Mr Miller said. The event is an opportunity to get information from stallholders about health concerns and is a chance to learn about the next steps to stay on top of wellbeing. The day will also include talks by New Zealand First MP Mark Patterson and Helicopters Otago owner Graeme Gale.
RNZ News
09-06-2025
- Health
- RNZ News
MenzShed sheds save lives - but we need more of them
health national about 1 hour ago MenzShed sheds improve member's emotional and pyhsical wellbeing, and provide men with a positive sense of belonging and purpose. A new report issued by MenzShed and conducted by The Selwyn Foundation highlights their impact - and is out today. The report paints a picture of sheds offering our ageing men health by stealth through connection with others. MenzShed chairman David Broadhead says the charity needs more land, buildings and funding to cater for the future need. He joins Jesse.
Scoop
19-05-2025
- General
- Scoop
Crafting Friendship And Community
Improving mental and physical health and creating a sense of belonging, Te Puke Menz Shed is more than just workshop. It's the life skills, opportunities and meaningful connection that brings the men back to the shed week after week. Te Puke Menz Shed is a fully equipped wood working workshop for men over 60 to participate in projects repairing and making goods for themselves and the wider community. The shed offers men a welcoming space to share their skills, have a laugh, and work on practical projects, both individually and as a group. It's an initiative that started in Australia in the 1990's and has a worldwide community. Menz Sheds can be found all around Aotearoa New Zealand, with ten sheds throughout the Bay of Plenty. Established in 2017, Te Puke Menz Shed has over 35 members. With a focus on all things wooden, projects are wide ranging from crafting new items, to repairing furniture and restoration projects. Timber toys are thoughtfully crafted with care and donated to organisations such as the Salvation Army who give them to families in need. Creating bespoke outcomes to suit their unique need, they work closely with schools, daycare centres, kindergartens, churches, community centres, the general public, councils, and environmental agencies. Current President Kevin Heath says that working directly with the local community means the men can use their skills to support them with custom, hand-crafted solutions. 'Whether they need rat traps made for pest management, or play equipment for a local school, the men take immense pride in their work.' 'Being a part of the shed is a lot of fun and it is great to see new faces join us, especially when they are younger than most of us. It's our hope that they will carry on building the future this special place.' The shed provides a true sense of purpose for its members, with the friendships formed supporting their mental and physical well-being. Addressing men's health issues is a core objective of the Menz Shed movement where there are opportunities for health providers to come and korero with the men in an environment where the men feel comfortable. 'When I first joined the shed, I did so because I enjoy working with my hands and making 'stuff', however I have since learned that the shed is not about woodwork, it is about maintaining men's well-being in their retirement years and wood working is just the mechanism by which we do that.' TECT Community Trust granted over $7,000 to the Shed in 2024 for replacement and purchase of woodworking equipment. This included a new wall saw which has made it easier to take on larger projects. TECT Trustee Greg Brownless says that as a community focused hub, the Menz Shed serves its members and the wider community in a practical and positive way. 'Empowering these men through providing a safe and social environment has significant impact on their wellbeing through their retirement years. The connection between members and that to the community is having wonderful impact and we are proud to support the shed to grow and continue to contribute.' Visitors are welcome at The Shed at 48 Cameron Road, Te Puke. They are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am to 12pm.
