About South Brisbane Men’s Shed
The South Brisbane Men’s Shed is a traditional Men’s Shed with a special interest group supporting fathers and male supporters of people with autism.
Whether you’re interested in computers, music, gardening, restoring furniture, repairing a bike, or building a cubby house for a local charity, there’s a range of activities to suit members’ interests — or suggest something new and they’ll try to include it.
We’re founded on an atmosphere of mateship with a desire to communicate, collaborate and create a supportive environment to promote men’s health and wellbeing. Being involved with and supporting our local community is at the forefront of our work.
Our objective
To provide a safe and supportive environment for men to get involved in activities and receive advice and companionship in a stress-free, comfortable and non-threatening environment — and a place for fathers and male supporters (including brothers, uncles, grandfathers, carers and friends of people with autism) to talk with others who have similar experiences.
Promoting friendship and community involvement alongside men’s wellbeing and good health is the priority. The Executive guides and manages resources, skills and activities of all members.
SBMS history
The establishment initiative came from the then Queensland Department of Education and Training — in particular the Autism Hub and Reading Rooms unit — to provide social support and information for men in families managing autism.
South Brisbane Men’s Shed Inc. was established as a not-for-profit incorporated association in Queensland in October 2016, and opened its doors for member activities in April 2017, with leasehold possession of land and buildings within the Education Queensland property at 141 Merton Road, Woolloongabba QLD 4102. The Autism Hub, Reading and Writing Centre, and SPELD are also co-located on this property.
ABN 40 455 321 773 · Incorporation # IA56321
Activity aspects
Activities continue to evolve with membership and fall into social/cultural, artisan, making & repair, gardening, and FACT special-interest areas. See the Activities and FACT pages for detail.