Latest Projects

Personal projects form an important part of shed activities and Chad was having problems with the stability of this exotic coat stand. With help and expertise of a member, all joints strengthened and problem solved.

Latest Shed Happenings

The real worth of our new amenities centre was seen when members listened to a presentation on mens cancer issues from Henry of the Cancer Society and the numerous questions & discussion that followed.

Latest News

This shed all gone as we empty the old buildings in preparation for demolition and the start of construction for our next building. See more photos here

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MenzShed Kapiti

To find our Rangihiroa St site located close to Waikanae Beach – view this location map link

We are back to operating our sessions under Covid level 1 conditions linked here, including scanning in our NZ COVID Tracer QR code. Watch this space for any changes to these rules as directed by Government.

For regular updated pictures of our on-site activities visit our NEW Facebook page LINK HERE

MenzShed Kapiti

offers men access to carpentry & engineering workshops and gardening
provides a social environment to have a chat and a laugh over a cuppa
creates opportunity to carry out personnel and community projects
gives members the chance to teach and learn new skills
lets men share and discuss health and welfare issues

MenzShed Kapiti have built projects for the community

pre-school play furniture, tables and seats
DOC Rat & Stoat traps, Penguin & Kaka nesting boxes, Weta motels and bumble bee nests
honesty boxes, planter boxes, raised garden beds, refurbish dolls house
toy cars for xmas, storage cupboards, solitaire puzzles
repairing and refurbishing items
and the list goes on ……..

MenzShed Kapiti have supported members in their own projects

rocking horse
dentist cabinet
bird feeder
letter box
folding picnic table
saw horse
outdoor furniture
and repairing a variety of items from home……….

But most importantly Our Shed supports and promotes the welfare of our members. It offers retired men the opportunity to foster new friendships and, if they want to, have a go at something new and different in a supportive environment often benefitting the community.

For contact details refer “About Us” or use the “Contact” form

“Help MenzShed Kapiti complete their New Facilities”

While bursting at the seams, a fundraising campaign and Lotto grant has enabled us to start building more facilities. This will enhance our MenzShed operations and allow us to continue to be a successful mens group.

Further contributions can be made by

direct crediting to our Building Fund -MenzShed Kapiti Kiwi Bank 38 9010 0354831 02

For more details about our proposed building extension click here.