Lorne and District Men's Shed

25/04/2026

Thanks to all the shedders that turned up at 6am in order to feed the hungry horde after the Dawn Service. A big thanks also, to Lorne Central & Loutit Bay Bakery for kindly donating the food. All proceeds go to the Lorne RSL

04/04/2026

23/12/2025

A few of the shedders spent nearly a year restoring this circa 1930 rocking horse which was in pretty poor condition when it arrived at the shed. They've stripped it back to bare wood and have done a fantastic job of spray painting, fitting a new leather saddle and bridle, new mane and replacing nearly all fittings. Horse is now for sale, $2500. Grab it for Christmas! contact Allan Walls on 0418 319 533 if interested

12/12/2025

FREE. The Men's Shed has a spare microwave we no longer need. A couple of dints in the top outer casing but works fine

06/11/2025

The Forrest Men's Shed and Lorne and District Men's Shed recently welcomed a special visit from international researchers exploring how sheds support community connection and wellbeing.

Japanese social neuroscientist Dr Ayahito Ito and psychologist Dr Risa Takashima toured 14 sheds across Victoria to learn more about the Australian Men’s Shed model, with hopes to grow their own Japanese Community Shed Association.

The visit highlighted how the shed movement has become one of Australia’s most successful social exports, inspiring communities around the world.

A big congratulations to Forrest Men’s Shed and Lorne & District Men’s Shed for showcasing the spirit of inclusivity, mateship, and community that makes sheds so special. 👏

📸 Read the full story in the Colac Herald (article below) 👇

31/10/2025

We have one church pew left for sale. $400.00 3350mm long. $400.00 Dm if interested or simply drop by the shed during opening hours

06/09/2025

A few of the shedders have spent nearly a year restoring this circa 1930 rocking horse which was in pretty poor condition when it arrived at the shed. They've stripped it back to bare wood and have done a fantastic job of spray painting, fitting a new leather saddle and bridle, new mane and replacing nearly all fittings. Horse is now for sale, 4K ONO. contact Allan Walls on 0418 319 533 if interested

14/08/2025

A dodgy looking crew of shedders posing with the seat/planter box the hospital asked us to construct for the outdoor staff area. Many thanks to Lorne Bendigo Bank for donating the materials