By Jessica Micallef
A Trentham Men’s Shed is a step closer to being built.
The future men’s shed has received a $20,000 grant through the federal government’s Stronger Communities Programme.
Federal Ballarat MP Catherine King visited the future site of the Cool Country Men Shed last Tuesday to announce the grant.
Ms King said she was looking forward to making the shed a “reality” for men throughout the area.
“This grant will make a real difference to this community” she said.
“The creating of a men’s shed in Trentham will mean there is a new space for men to come together to learn, to support one another, and to engage socially with their community.
“Other communities across our region have already seen the benefits that come with the opening of a men’s shed, and I am delighted that those in Trentham and surrounds will be granted the same opportunity.
“Well done to all those who were involved in securing this grant.”
The site of the future shed is at 55 Mulcahys Road, Trentham.
Cool Country Men’s Shed president Tony Johnston said he was hoping construction on the shed would begin in mid March.
