march 2019 sheddies’ chatter - mens shed north shore · 2019. 10. 11. · sheddies’ chatter....
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The Men’s Shed (North Shore) Trust
March 2019
Sheddies’ Chatter
Welcome to the March 2019 Edition of Sheddies’ Chatter. The shocking events in Christchurch on 15th March have affected me, my friends and my family in many ways as I know it has affected most people in this country.
We can only hope that good will come out of it and that the evil will be over-shadowed by love and caring.
One of the wonderful things I have seen at our Shed is how accepting the members are of people from all walks of life.
I have witnessed some unusual discussions that have involved some very unusual beliefs and theories, but instead of ending up in a heated argument, the discussions just ambled around the table a few times and drifted along on to something else. It was certainly a very interesting experience!
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We now have a Community Group associated with our Facebook page: https:/ /www.facebook.com/groups/235015333829819/
See you at The Shed
Roger Curl, Editor Ph: 027 264 1932 [email protected]
Shed Projects - Help Needed Now that the Electronics extension has been completed, there are a number of projects around the Shed that need to be dealt with.
These include:
Handrail for the new deck
Bollards for the parking area
Please see Dave Wardlaw at the Shed
Accident Reporting Please note that any accident in or around the Shed must be recorded, no matter how minor.
There is an accident book by the lunch room first aid kit for this purpose.
Any problems, see the Duty Trustee
Solidarity and the events of
15th March The Board of Trustees is keenly aware of the terrible events this month in Christchurch, and wanted to express our support for the victims and those impacted. It is clear that these events do not reflect in any way the values or ideals of the Men's Shed North Shore. . If any of our members are feeling uncomfortable or just need someone to share their thoughts and feelings with, they can talk to any one of the Trustees.
Our door is always open to support our members and demonstrate our commitment to the ideals of the Shed.
The Shed is all about friendship and community spirit, and I hope that each of our members finds it to be just that too.
Sincerely, Larry Klassen
Chairman, Men's Shed North Shore Trust
Community Projects Thanks to the increased numbers of volunteers helping out with community projects, we are starting to catch up.
These projects are important, they provide valuable assistance to various people and organisations and also the money earned helps subsidise the membership fee (this hasn’t increased for the last 3 years.
If you wish to know more or would like to help out with these important projects, please see Dave Wardlaw at the Shed
https://www.facebook.com/groups/235015333829819/https://www.facebook.com/groups/235015333829819/mailto:[email protected]
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Around The Shed
The donated trailer has been fully refurbished and is ready for sale
Tony cleaning the deck prior to staining it
Kran building new beds for her trailer camper
Dave painting some serviette holders
George and Gwynn assembling roller bases for some of the machines
Richard building a storage box
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Age Concern North Shore
It was lovely to meet you all on Wednesday and thank you for listening! Here is s synopsis of the talk- an overview of Age Concern North Shore: We are a Charitable non-profit organization working to promote the wellbeing of Older People through connection, information and specialist services. We are funded through Donations, Grants, Service Contracts, Membership fees, Bequests, and Fundraising. Services include:
Elder Abuse Response service providing free advocacy and advice to an older person to either prevent or resolve abuse/neglect. This could be from financial, Emotional or Physical abuse or Neglect. Liaises with key professionals to resolve situations. A discreet and confidential service.
Accredited Visiting Service providing a weekly friendship visit to an isolated Older Adult from a trained
and Police Vetted Volunteer.
Health promotion service providing a range of educational and health promotion activities in the form of seminars, workshops, expos or written resources. All these activities are usually free of charge.
Asian Social Services
Total Mobility assessments for those who can no longer drive or use public transport due to a long term illness or disability. The Total Mobility card is funded by Auckland Transport and provides the card holder with a 50% reduction in taxi fares.
Information services and resources. Kind regards, Kathryn McMahon Visiting Service Coordinator Age Concern North Shore Website: www.ageconcern.org.nz
At our March BBQ, we were treated to an interesting talk by Kathryn McMahon from Age Concern North Shore. Below is a message from Kathryn a summary of her talk:
http://www.ageconcern.org.nz/
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On 13th March we were visited by Teacher Derek Dallow and 3 students from Glenfield Primary School. They brought with them a beautiful thank you card made by students from the school to thank us for all the work that went into making the Connect Four sets. They also provided some photos of the sets being used by students
Thank You from Glenfield Primary School
Above: The thank you card
Right: Standing: Ethan, Toshia and Lara with the thank you card, Dave Wardlaw and Teacher Derek Dallow
Seated: John, Laurie and Jim
Below: Students using the Connect Four
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Wrench Collection Part 4
The last part of our collection is a set of Stilsons.
“Stilson” is actually a brand name, but for years the name
has been used to describe a type of pipe wrench
1-2: 2 Record brand wrenches, drop forged, made in England. 1 small 8in and another 14in, both in great condition.
3-6: 4 Neuropa brand, Made in Germany. 2x14in, 2x18in, all in good condition.
7: A 14in marked 4114 USA Forged Steel,
8: A large 24in EGD Made in Spain,
9: A 10in OSKO made in Japan.
All these are quite old, some vintage but all in good condition and refurbished by us.
If you have any old spanners you don’t want we would be
happy to look at them and perhaps add to our sale, or if you
are interested in any of these please contact us.
Many thanks to Roger Dallimore for supplying this article
Roger Dallimore has been busy cleaning up some wrenches and researching their history and background. This is the final part of the collection
The wrenches were all donated to the Shed. They were going to be displayed in a cabinet, however space does not permit so we will put them up for sale on Trade Me as most of them are collectors’ items.
There are 3 types: wrenches, water pump spanners and adjustable Stilson types.
Stilsons (Pipe Wrenches)
2 4 6 7 5 3 1 8 9
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Lance and Shelley, our sponsors from Barfoot and Thompson would like to offer you the opportunity to ask questions regarding Real Estate. They will email you with the answers and we will also post them in a Q&A forum in the Sheddies’ Chatter, keeping the enquirer confidential.
"We feel that there are a lot of questions that people may not have a chance to ask us in person and this is your opportunity to ask any questions however big or small, while remaining anonymous."
You can send your questions to Lance and Shelley:
By email:
On Facebook messenger on Shelley Boyed and Lance Clarke Real Estate:
https://www.facebook.com/shorerealestatenz/
View their Website:
https://www.barfoot.co.nz/s.boyed
Lance & Shelley’s Q & A Forum
Please contact Lance and Shelley if you would like some complimentary advice on preparing your property for the market. Your confidentiality is assured and no question is too big or small. Questions we commonly get asked are:
what do I need to do to present my home best for sale?
how does the whole process work and where do I start?
how long will it take?
what is the best way to sell my home?
where do I go from here?
how much does it cost?
when do I need a solicitor?
We listen to you. Your situation, concerns and needs are very important, when planning a sale. We will answer any questions you may have.
Please pass this onto any friends or family that may require assistance.
New Polo Shirts for sale We now have Men’s Shed North Shore polo shirts available for sale.
They have the Men’s Shed North Shore logo embroidered on them
Colours available: Red, Green, Blue and Black
Sizes available: S, M, L, XL and 2XL
Cost: $25.00 each for members.
To order your shirt, contact Graham Bolton: [email protected]
or see him at the Shed.
mailto:[email protected]://www.facebook.com/shorerealestatenz/https://www.barfoot.co.nz/s.boyedmailto:[email protected]
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Major Supporters
The Men’s Shed (North Shore) Trust, PO Box 311012, Glenfield, Auckland 0747 442 2145
The Men’ s Shed North Shore Address:
Elliot Reserve 34 Elliot Ave, (off James St) Glenfield
Hours:
Mon, Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm Fri, Sat: 9:00am - 2:00pm Phone:
09 442 2145
website:
http://www.mensshednorthshore.org.nz/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Mens-Shed-North-Shore-214684608553333/ - feel free to add comments or interesting stuff.
Send your ideas, photos, comments or contributions to: [email protected]
See me at The Shed, or phone 027 264 1932
Lance Clarke & Shelley Boyed
The Chooks The Chooks is a social group for members’ partners. We meet once a month for a coffee and a chat.
We touch on various topics or just chat away enjoying the sunshine and each other's company, so please contact me either by phone or email if you are interested or want more info.
We would really love to see some new faces, so Sheddies please pass along this news to partners/wives/friends. All are welcome.
For more information, please contact Sandy by phone or email.
Please do not hesitate to contact me. We look forward to seeing you there.
TTFN, Sandy.
Mb: 021 465 046
Email: [email protected]
April BBQ Lunch -All Welcome Our next Barbeque will be at 12:00 on Wed 3rd April
Sausages and bread will be provided. Feel free to bring your own salads, desserts etc. to share. Guests welcome!
Please note, that the BBQ charge is $2 per sausage to cover costs. Please put your money in the dish provided.
April BBQ Guest Speaker: Barry Heathwaite Barry Heathwaite is a past team member of both Alinghi and Team NZ.
He was first asked to join Swiss entry Team Alinghi in 2003 and has been in every Americas cup since then.
He was in charge of building the computer hardware that ran the Control systems and maintaining the electronics.
He was also involved in building the electronics for the 27 weather buoys that sent weather data to all the teams on the race courses.
In the Americas cup in Valencia between Alinghi and oracle Barry built the electronics for the land stations in and around Valencia that measured weather data and sent it back to Teams.
He was with that team for 5 years in Spain and while there met his wife Noelia and they now have two children.
On returning home he joined Team NZ as they prepared for that fateful event in San Francisco against Jimmy Spittle and Oracle USA.
We all know the results of that and Barry will enlighten us as to why.
He will also talk about his work in developing control systems for team New Zealand boasts including the wing controller he built for them.
New Members: Welcome to the following new members who have joined the Men’s Shed North Shore since the last edition of The Sheddies’ Chatter:
Please extend them a warm Sheddies’ welcome when you meet them.
Terry Croft Neil Buller
Edward Sinnes
http://www.mensshednorthshore.org.nz/https://www.facebook.com/Mens-Shed-North-Shore-214684608553333/https://www.facebook.com/Mens-Shed-North-Shore-214684608553333/mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]