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Rowville Men’s Shed

Locality: Rowville, Victoria

Phone: +61 402 446 597

Address: 100 Police Rd. 3178 Rowville, VIC, Australia

Website: http://rowvillemensshed.org.au

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25.01.2022 R/L C News Aug 2020.

24.01.2022 Original Wiggle Greg Sings a song about ROWVILLE.

24.01.2022 Our monthly General Meeting has been ‘virtual’ for the past 5 months. This is today’s October GM. Apart from the formalities, there is the opportunity for some cheeky and lighthearted banter. We’re all keen to get back to the shed and interact face to face. #staysafe

22.01.2022 Wednesday 30-09-2020 **************** Don’t Judge Each Day by the Harvest You Reap but by the Seeds that you Plant. Robert Louis Stevenson ... Being Wednesday, it came as no surprise that we saw an uptick in new active case numbers as this has been the trend for much of this second wave. There was nothing from this rise in active cases to be overly concerned about, as it is the rolling 14 day average that is the key indicator of success, and it is tracking in a downward manner, exactly where we need it to be headed. The following of the CHO restrictions continues to yield the results we desperately seek, thanks to the efforts of the majority of people. That’s why today I chose to include a happy bee as the image in my graphic. A single bee cannot make honey. To build a successful hive and make sweet honey is a team effort. So too will it take a team effort to overcome this 2nd wave and rebuild our communities, so that we can all reap sweet success. There were 13 new active cases, four linked to known outbreaks and nine under investigation at the time the CHO report was published. It is worth noting that all of the 7 cases under investigation yesterday were able to be linked to known outbreaks according to the CHO in today’s press conference. Four of these new 13 cases are in the outer east region I report on, one in Greater Dandenong (postcode 3172), two in Monash (2 x postcode 3170) and 1 in Whitehorse (postcode 3128). It is not known at this time, if these are linked to existing workplace outbreaks, or community transmission. For those new to my updates, they are long there is lots of info to share. You can read it all or skip to the areas of specific interest, as I use headings to make it easier to scroll through.. **************** UPDATE RE TODAY’S NUMBERS: 13 new cases of coronavirus since yesterday. 305 - total number of active cases (decrease of 21). Rolling 14 day new case average (metro) 16.4 20,169 cases of coronavirus in Victoria since the start of the pandemic. This is 11 more than yesterday as 2 cases were reclassified. 38 active cases across Knox and the surrounding eight municipalities a decrease of 1 case since yesterday. The region accounts for 12.5% of Victoria’s active cases. The total number of cases across the outer East region I report on increased by 4 cases. The new cases by LGA were Knox (nc / ttl 164), Cardinia (nc / ttl 204), Casey (nc / ttl 1039), Greater Dandenong (+1 / ttl 531), Manningham (nc / ttl 164), Maroondah (nc / ttl 104), Monash (+2 / ttl 323), Whitehorse (+1 / ttl 208), Yarra Ranges (nc/ ttl 252). [ttl = total cases since start of the pandemic] 4272 Mystery cases since the start of the pandemic, one less than yesterday. 17,937 tests were processed over the past 24 hours taking the total number of tests processed to 2,694,959 ******************** THE GOOD NEWS: 10 new cases reported since yesterday. Today’s daily positive test rate is 0.06%. The weekly average positive test result was 0.08%. This is very good news. 94% of people who have had coronavirus have recovered from the infection. (19006 / +28 from yesterday). There is one remaining case linked to Disability Residential Services. This is great news and such a relief that the numbers were able to be contained as well as they were given the vulnerability of these settings. Hospital numbers continue to improve. 44 people in hospital 2 less than yesterday. There are 6 people in ICU (+1), and 3 people are on ventilators (-1). The number of Healthcare workers infected with the virus also is steadily declining, now 46 active cases seven less than yesterday. There were 2 new healthcare worker cases since yesterday, which is a relief to see. There are now 3542 healthcare workers who have been infected with the virus since the start of the pandemic and healthcare related infections account for 15% of all active cases. Aged Care related infections also are showing steady improvement. There are 147 active cases linked to aged care outbreaks, 11 less than yesterday. 48.2% of all Victorian active cases are linked to an aged care outbreak. 73.1% (223) of the current active cases are attributed to transmission from contact with a confirmed source. 22% (67) active cases are currently unknown / mystery cases. There are also 15 active cases under investigation. ************************ THE NOT GOOD NEWS: Four deaths were reported in today’s update, three ladies (1x60’s, 1x80’s, 1x90’s) and one gentleman in his 90’s. One of the deaths occurred prior to yesterday. Two of these deaths were linked to known aged care outbreaks. Each day we hear news of the tragedy of this pandemic and its stealing of lives. We send our sincere condolences to the loved ones of those who had their life shortened because of the pandemic and offer comfort in their time of grief. 632 (79.2%) of Victoria’s coronavirus attributed deaths are also linked to Aged Care outbreaks. ***************** WHAT’S HAPPENING LOCALLY? Numbers across our area decreased by one, there are now 38 active cases across the region. We saw 4 new cases added to our total, 2 in Monash, 1 in Greater Dandenong and 1 for Whitehorse. Greater Dandenong’s active cases actually decreased by 2 as three people recovered offsetting the one new case. Monash has had 4 new cases in the past 48 hours which is something to keep an eye on. There is no detail provided regarding these new cases and whether they are linked to known outbreaks or are mystery cases. I have updated the known hot spot locations in the Local Outbreaks section below which may be of interest. [For neighbouring municipalities, if you would like to see your areas testing data you can see it here - https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-testing-data-local- ] ACTIVE CASES x LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA: KNOX 3 (no change) Cardinia 0 (no change) Casey 10 (down 2) Greater Dandenong 10 (down 2) Manningham 4 (no change) Maroondah 0 (no change) Monash 6 (up 2) Whitehorse 3 (up 1) Yarra Ranges 2 (no change) The source of these numbers is the DHHS covid data report as at 30-09-2020. You can view the data via this link - https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/victorian-coronavirus-covid-19- ACTIVE CASES x POSTCODE DATA (as at 30/09/2020) There was no change to active cases by postcode in Knox. 3178 [Rowville] 0 (no change) 3179 [Scoresby] 0 (no change) 3180 [Knoxfield] 0 (no change) 3152 [Wantirna / Wantirna South] 1 (no change) 3153 [Bayswater / Bayswater North] 0 (no change) 3154 [The Basin] 0 (no change) 3155 [Boronia] 2 (+1) 3156 [Ferntree Gully, UFTG, Lysterfield] 0 (no change) You can view the data via this link - https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/victorian-coronavirus-covid-19- or on at https://covidlive.com.au/vic/postcode ******************** LOCAL OUTBREAKS: There are a number of new additions to the hot spot locations listed on the DHHS website relevant to our region - Ashwood Woolworths Ashwood, 26/09/2020, Customer was there for an hour. Burwood East Burwood One Shopping Centre, 13/09/2020 - 14/09/2020 Chadstone Aldi Chadstone Shopping Centre, 19/09/2020, 8am-9am, Customer shopped for an hour The Butcher Club - Chadstone Shopping Centre 23/09/2020 - 26/09/2020, 6am-6pm, Staff member who worked Chadstone Shopping Centre Fresh Food Precinct 23/09/2020 - 26/09/2020, 6am-6pm, Staff member who worked and used public toilets Coles Chadstone, 27/09/2020, Customer was there for about 15 minutes Clayton Sarawan Spices, Clayton, 19/09/2020, 6pm Coles Clayton, 19/09/2020, 6pm Clayton Supa Wash Coin Laundrette, 120/09/2020, 6pm Dandenong South FacadeX, Dandenong South 17/09/2020 - 18/09/2020 Doveton Dan Murphy, 27/09/2020, 12.30pm-3pm Case spent 45 minutes in store between 1230pm and 3pm Flinders Street Train, Between Ringwood & Mitcham, 23/09/2020, 2pm Lilydale Lilydale train between Mitcham and Ringwood 23/09/2020, 12.15pm Person travelled on train from Mitcham Station to Ringwood station at approx 1215 and back at approx 1400 Mitcham Bus 907 to/from Mitcham Station 19/09/20, 3pm and 3.30pm Person travelled on bus to Mitcham Station from home at 1500 and returned on bus from Mitcham Station at 1530 - each trip approx. 7 mins Bus 907 to/from Mitcham Station 23/09/20, 12pm and 2.30pm Person travelled on bus to Mitcham Station from home at 1200 and returned on bus from Mitcham Station at 1430 - each trip approx. 7 mins Coles Mitcham, 19/09/2020, 3.15pm Person was grocery shopping Coles Mitcham, 23/09/2020, 2pm Person was grocery shopping Oakleigh South Woolworths Oakleigh South, 14/09/2020 & 16/09/2020 Springvale Continental Mart, Springvale 27/09/2020, 12.30pm-3pm Case spent about 20 minutes shopping in store Woolworths Springvale 27/09/2020, 12.30pm-3pm Case spent about 15 minutes shopping in store If you visited any of these locations during the nominated time and are experiencing symptoms consistent with coronavirus, it is strongly recommended that you get tested. The only updates of note in the CHO report re local outbreaks was an update regarding the Casey cluster, Alfred Health and a new cluster at a Springvale Shared Accommodation residence. The latest information available is as follows - KNOX: Nil known YARRA RANGES: Nil known MAROONDAH: Nil known MONASH: Nil known GREATER DANDENONG: 28 cases linked to Estia Health, Keysborough (Greater Dandenong) [2 still active] 3 active cases (18 total cases) linked to Dandenong Police station (Greater Dandenong) [nc] 5 active cases linked to Springvale shared accommodation residence (5 total) [nc] WHITEHORSE: Nil known CASEY: 8 active cases in Casey 6 Family cluster [45 Total] [-1] CARDINIA: Nil known Other outbreaks of interest may be cases under investigation linked to, Alfred Health (11 / 4 active). [-3] **************************** DISABILITY SECTOR: In Victoria, there are 1 active cases in residential disability accommodation, one less than yesterday. Total Resident cases: 0 (nc) Total Staff cases: 1 (nc) Active cases in NDIS homes: 1 staff / incl 0 residents Active cases in ‘transfer’ homes (State regulated/funded*): 0 Active cases in state government delivered and funded homes: 0 The total number of individuals receiving disability accommodation/respite services in Victoria is approximately 6,500. ****************** KEY POINTS OF INTEREST TODAY: Strategy is working as can be seen by the rolling 14 day average in new cases diagnosed and total number of cases from an unknown source these are two key metrics the CHO and public health team are concerned about when considering the easing of restrictions. While many see the success of the numbers as a reason to justify a more rapid easing of restrictions, the slow and steady approach is the only option before big steps can be taken in three weeks time. Need to be patient. There was discussion regarding the introduction of additional testing protocols particularly in vital industries. Surveillance testing will be introduced across 95 businesses / 28,000 workers where 25% of staff will be tested each week (100% of staff tested each month) Sewerage testing has found traces of coronavirus in the Anglesea sewer system the public health team are calling for locals to come forward for testing to minimise the risk of community transmission in that regional area. REGIONAL TRAVEL will still be limited for some time yet. YR 7 YR 10 STUDENTS Acknowledgement that there is growing concern for mental health of young people aged 12 to 16. There was reference made to a letter circulating from GP’s in the East re an increase in youth as young as 12 being prescribed anti-depressants in order to cope with the pressures of the pandemic. Both the Premier and CHO expressed concern that this was the case but reiterated that the data / modelling suggests it is not safe to send these age groups back to school as yet. They want to get youth back to school however want to do it safely. OUTDOOR GATHERINGS TWO MUM’s MEETING OUTDOORS, BOTH WITH KIDS. A question was asked whether it was okay for two mum’s each with three children to meet up outdoors for social interaction (within the 5km radius / within the 2 hours). The Premier was swift to advise that NO this is not permitted under the current restrictions. Now is not the time for this The CHO went on to say the limits of 5 maximum were based on what the modelling showed could be an acceptable risk. This needs to be followed until the restrictions are eased in a few weeks time. These were the stand out things for me, Bee kind to yourself and to others, Take care, Nicole. ************************************************************* Testing is a critical help to driving numbers down so it’s extremely important that if people have symptoms, however mild, they get tested. Go home straight after your test and isolate while you wait for the results. Six COVIDSafe principles apply across Victoria. o Wear a face mask or covering when you leave home. o Don't go to work if you feel unwell. o Maintain physical distancing of 1.5 metres. o Cough and sneeze into tissue or your elbow. o Perform good hand hygiene. o Outdoor activities carry less risk than indoor activities. For more information - https://www.vic.gov.au/node/13332 ***********

20.01.2022 R/L C News May 2021

20.01.2022 Your Council Your Vote. Be sure to check your mail regularly, because you’ll soon receive a ballot pack from the Victorian Electoral Commission for the October 2020 local council elections https://www.vision6.com.au/v/59119/1115725/email.html

20.01.2022 Tech savvy Shedders at their on line meeting.

18.01.2022 R/L C News June 2021 Grand opening article by Nicole

18.01.2022 Take a peek inside on this rainy day. Lots happening inside the Shed. Builders and electricians are busy with the fit out .

18.01.2022 I received a call from the local Middys offering to help replenish our stolen cordless tools with Milwaukee products, most of the stolen gear was Milwaukee any...way. During the course of the conversation he mentioned the Milwaukee One Key setup. Its a tracking tag that in association with mobile phones with the One Key app installed, provides location information regarding each device. But theres more than that to One Key. It is possible to remotely lock/deactivate the particular tool so it cant be used! All are things worth considering in theft mitigation & tool inventory management. See more

18.01.2022 Shed progress. Frame is being assembled at Rowville Community Workshop. It wont be long before it actually looks like a Shed.

17.01.2022 I received a call from the local Middy’s offering to help replenish our stolen cordless tools with Milwaukee products, most of the stolen gear was Milwaukee any...way. During the course of the conversation he mentioned the Milwaukee One Key setup. It’s a tracking tag that in association with mobile phones with the One Key app installed, provides location information regarding each device. But there’s more than that to One Key. It is possible to remotely lock/deactivate the particular tool so it can’t be used! All are things worth considering in theft mitigation & tool inventory management. See more

17.01.2022 Michaels little project away from Shed. Im trying to teach myself how to operate a little CNC engraver/ mill. This is my first successful cut. Now to remember how I did it!!

17.01.2022 Testing our new security cameras revealed some interesting activities. A car with a trailer load of mulch enters the car park. Shortly after it leaves with an empty trailer. Hmmm what is that mound over the side of the car park.

17.01.2022 Another local Men's Shed newly completed and ready to occupy once restrictions are lifted. Our near neighbours at Endeavour Hills Men's Shed have also been eagerly observing the construction of their Shed.

17.01.2022 We havent been able to put up many posts of the Shed as most of the action is now happening indoors. Here is the latest view with the builders concreting the driveway.

17.01.2022 Latest view of the Shed build. Tuesday 26/May/2020. Slab ready for frame. Stormwater pipes all laid and some of the retainer wall for walkways prepared.

16.01.2022 News from Sheds around the world.

15.01.2022 The status quo remains. Our shed is closed awaiting the easing of restriction.

15.01.2022 Most recent pictures (June 24th) of the fitout. Photos courtesy of Council Reps. Walls of the meeting space and workshop dividing wall in the Rowville Community Workshop.

15.01.2022 Shed being delivered

15.01.2022 They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them.... #WeRememberThem #lestweforget

14.01.2022 The material for erecting the Shed was delivered and unloaded Thursday. Very exciting milestone.

14.01.2022 R/L C News November 2020

14.01.2022 Thanks to our Mayor Nicole Seymour for these timely COVID-19 updates. Here for your information is active data for Knox and surrounding areas. It is being included here on our Mens Shed page for our members and followers who reside in Knox and nearby areas. The information is very comprehensive and has links for those interested in delving further. ... Our hope is, that by working together, we can get a handle on this pandemic in the near future and so enable all of us to return to a semblance of normality. Stay safe, stay home and follow the health guidelines. #mensshed #menshealth

13.01.2022 R/L C News July 2021.

13.01.2022 Monday 22nd June.

12.01.2022 A regular little visitor to the Shed is off to tryout for a new career with Australian Federal Police. Very likely we won't see him in the Shed again.

12.01.2022 A few new pictures of the Build, 13th Aug 2020. The outdoor area is looking great. It's 4.5m X 7M with a gable roof.

11.01.2022 A couple of photos from inside the Community Workshop showing the meeting room and dividing walls. (Pics from council rep ) 7/8/2020

11.01.2022 Knox City Council Elections 2020. - Ballot Papers will arrive between 6th. & 8th. October. - Ballots must be mailed back by 23rd. October to avoid a fine. And for those that might be interested : https://www.vec.vic.gov.au///knox-city-council/nominations

10.01.2022 A little video of todays Shed build progress. All the truss frames are now standing and fixed to each other on the concrete slab. It looks more like a big Shed now .

10.01.2022 As the Covid lockdown continues here in Melbourne and no prospect of getting into 'The Shed' anytime soon, projects continue in the home shed. After my ABF pup 'Link' was accepted to go the the AFP, I thought I would practice my skills on the CNC and carve an honor wall plaque for the occupants of the kennel. M

10.01.2022 R/L C News June 2021 Grand opening article.

08.01.2022 Have you got a local men's shed? This one at Biloela has really made a difference to people in the community. This story from ABC's Backroads

07.01.2022 Shed structure being unloaded

07.01.2022 R/L C News Sept 2020

07.01.2022 Some new fencing on the site.

06.01.2022 June 2020 R/LC News./

06.01.2022 Have a listen, a quick introductory video from Mick Van de Vreede. He wants to hear about your concerns and issues.

05.01.2022 R/L C News October 2020

05.01.2022 Rowville Men’s Shed will reopen from Saturday 12th. June. See restrictions that will apply.

05.01.2022 Rowville Lysterfield Community News July 2020

03.01.2022 Just thought I would share this pic from the past. Taken 2nd June 2010 this was the very first meeting to consider establishing a Men's Shed in Rowville from a temporary premises in the historic Stamford Park Homestead.

02.01.2022 A new dawn. The fit out for our security system was started. After we complete a few essential works, the Certificate of Occupancy will be issued and then we can move into our new Shed.

02.01.2022 First day back to Shed activities with care and restrictions in place. One more project completed for the school by the small crew. Well done! A vertical garden bed for the coming new season.

02.01.2022 Another couple of little projects worked on at Shed today. Preparation work on our raised garden beds for the new Shed site began with a couple of coats of paint. Plywood for the schools outdoor seats had the sharp edges routed.

02.01.2022 R/L C News June 2021. Grand opening article #2

01.01.2022 Looks like a Shed to me. Thursday 11th June.

01.01.2022 The structure and materials arrived at the Mens Shed site. Pretty soon it will start to look like a Shed. I think all the Shed members will be very happy to see this happening.

01.01.2022 June 19th. The roof of Community workshop gets some clear panels and they start to fit the trim and ridge capping. Also the concreters are doing the accessable parking and paths.

01.01.2022 Another great Muso's tribute to the Men's Shed