Our 60+ members meet, socialise and undertake meaningful projects, at their own pace and in their own time with the advantage of guided supervision. A major objective of the Men’s Shed is to advance the health, wellbeing and social inclusion of all members through interest-based activities.

Richard is our "Sergeant at Arms" and  a man who has lead an interesting life.  This morning we will hear from him, everything we need to know about AI.

As discussed at our Tuesday meeting, I've booked the Coonowrin Room on the second floor of the new library

Sorry for late notice - hope enough can make it

Hopefully it will become a recurring event

Mark Williams was raised on a 50,000-acre cattle station, educated by correspondence and School of the Air then off to boarding school at the age of 12. Mark spent a year in Germany on the Rotary Youth Exchange Programme then home to attend the University of Queensland. He studied a dual degree in Electrical Engineering and Honours Computer Science

Other than a year as a research associate at the University of Stuttgart in Germany, Mark worked for the next 12 years at the University of Queensland with new technologies like the Internet. He completed the first connection to the global Internet in Queensland.

While working as an engineer he gained a BA (Hons) in Chinese. In 1998 he resigned from his role of Chief Engineer at the Computer Centre to start a new career based in Beijing for 17 years in Product Marketing for network equipment vendors.

Step into the cockpit of history with our magnificent fleet of restored WWII warbirds. Each aircraft tells its own story of courage, innovation, and the golden age of aviation.

Ross Harrison (Cal Pac Rotary) Member will be our host this morning - Rather than rattle on please checkout the web address below -- all will be revealed https://warbirdadventureflights.com.au/  Will be an amazing visit.

As discussed at our Tuesday meeting, I've booked room 1.8 on the first floorl of the new library

Sorry for late notice - hope enough can make it

Hopefully it will become a recurring event

JUST AN EARLY ADVICE --DATE CLAIMER

TUESDAY 14 APRIL WILL BE AN OUTSIDE DINING EXPERIENCE

WE HAVE LOCKED IN TWO WORLD RENOWNED CHEFS ( WAZZA & RICHARD ) 

TO PROVIDE A CULINARY DELIGHT -- ANTACIDS COMPLIMENTARY

PLEASE LOG IN YOUR DIARIES ---- AS WILL HAVE AN ENGAGING GUEST SPEAKER

I'm still new to setting up meetings, so hope this works

The Shepherds Arms Children’s Home (SACH) aims to provide a safe and stable home-like environment for disadvantaged children that offers hope and healing to a damaged life.

SACH provides meals, accommodation and parenting for approximately 30 children who would otherwise be living rough.  Because there is no Government funding, SACH needs to rely on donations and utilise their own resources to raise revenue but also be self-sufficient for their own food supplies.

PLEASE REGISTER ASAP SO THAT I CAN GET NUMBERS TO THE RSL.

IT IS A FREE BREAKFAST HOWEVER WE WILL BE DONATING OUR USUAL BREAKFAST MONEY AND MAYBE A BIT MORE.'

"My name is Jimmy and I am a community physiotherapist working at Team Rehab Solutions. I have a special interest in neurological physiotherapy, and have completed several post-graduate courses to further my skills and knowledge in this area. My passion is working with people who have goals around movement and function, and helping them to unlock new skills and abilities to use everyday such as walking, reaching and grasping or simply getting out of bed. This may involve working with people who have had a stroke, brain injury or other condition such as Parkinsons disease or Multiple Sclerosis and many others. I have been working as a physiotherapist for nearly 7 years now, and every year it gets a bit more exciting! Outside of work I love to surf and hike, and I'm always on the lookout for another adventure, so if anyone has any suggestions I'm all ears."

PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR MEETING IS IN THE BAR TOMORROW

As we unable to meet at Oaks next week , Roger has organised a specail site inspection for the BIG DIG 

We will be having breakfast at the Happy Turtle Coffee Van  Happy Valley 

Breakfast will be one of their famous Brekie bergers and a barista coffee

As this is an outside event please bring something warm 

Breakfast will be informal followed by a short walk to the BIG DIG site

RSVP please no later than this Sunday night

"Creative, challenging activities that provide value to our local community — all in a safe environment. Sometimes we just solve the world's issues over a cup of tea in the sun."

VOCATIONAL VISIT TO CALOUNDRA MENS SHED

An intriging morning, with breakfast and guided tour

They have plans to extend their meeting room 

May be an opportunity for the club to support in some way

Your club as been instramental in the original formation of the Caloundra Mens Shed

A long history--

Hi all

Hopefully this is set up for pre-payments as we have no one to do the electronic registration on the day

Darryl is organising burgers from Lamkin Lane, and your payment will include a medium coffee at Trish's coffee van

You can pay extra if you want anything more complicated

We'll need numbers and payments by Sunday evening so we can order the food

Bank deposit - Rotary General account - BSB 633000

                                                                 Account 130 984 073

Julianna has over 25 years of experience in Pharmacy.

She owns Pharmacy for Life Maroochy Waters, and 3 other companies

Out Going President Roger Todd and Incoming President Warryn Jones

Date Saturday 8 August

Time 12:00 Noon

Venue Emerald Room Caloundra RSL West Tce Caloundra

Cost $65.00 per head for a 2 course meal with canapes on arrivial, drinks will be able to be purchased in the room.

Join us as we acknowledge our out going President Roger Todd on his tremonus work over the past 12 months, and welcoming our incoming President Warryn Jones in a spirit of friendship, appreciation and community.

We look forward to celebration this special occasion with you.

For local artist Louise Gerzanics, creativity begins where others see waste. Combining sustainability, innovation and exceptional craftsmanship, Louise creates wearable art and contemporary abstract works that transform discarded and waste materials into intricate, couture art pieces.

Her practice explores the creative potential of everyday, often overlooked materials, revealing the beauty and possibilities hidden within objects destined for landfill. Working primarily with waste materials including papers, plastics, bike tyres, single-use plastics and food packaging, Louise reimagines the ordinary into artworks that challenge perceptions of both art and environmental responsibility.

Louise's work has been showcased as a Finalist at the Australian Wearable Art Festival, Paper on Skin International Paper Exhibition (Tasmania), A Wearable Canvas Exhibition (Frankston), the SWELL Small Scale Art Prize and the Du Rietz Art Awards. Her innovative artworks have been featured across print and digital media. She has also facilitated art workshops for Sunshine Coast Libraries.

The Big Dig Pirate Theme at Happy Valley

Kendall Hatcher was elected Member for Caloundra in the Queensland Legislative Assembly, following the 2024 state election.

With a professional background spanning primary school teaching, management accounting, and small business ownership, Kendall brings real-world experience and a practical perspective to her role in Parliament.

She is passionate about education, local business, and delivering meaningful results for her community.

Kendall currently serves as the Senior Government Whip and is a member of the Governance, Energy and Finance Committee.

She is a strong advocate for congestion-busting infrastructure, active transport options, education investment, and is fiercely protective of the Pumicestone Passage.

A long-time local, Kendall is actively involved in the community through the Lions Club of Caloundra, Caloundra Business Alliance, and the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce.

She works closely with residents, community organisations, and sporting groups to ensure local voices are heard in government.

Kendall is committed to building a stronger future for Caloundra—supporting families, businesses, and community groups while delivering the infrastructure and services needed for a growing region.