About

The Ipswich Woodcrafts Club can provide you with an environment full of encouragement and learning. Learn new skills from our experienced members or share your skills with others.

Membership

To join, stop by the clubhouse for a visit, or send a message through our contact form. We will provide you with a Welcome Kit, introducing you to Club rules, shop safety, procedures, and upcoming events and classes.

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• Single Membership

• Family Membership

• Junior Membership

• Country Membership

• One Time Joining Fee

Club hours

Monday 8:30 am – 12:00 noon
Tuesday 8:30 am – 12:00 noon
Wednesday 8:30 am – 12:00 noon
Saturday 8:30 am – 12:00 noon or 1:00 pm
(Saturday hours can extend to 1pm by agreement with the Shed Captain on the day)

Events and classes

Since 1988 the Club has been active in the community, with opportunities to learn fun and rewarding woodcrafts, through classes, demonstrations and participation in shows and expos. Take a look at our upcoming events. Membership also includes access to our classes and workshops.

Our Clubhouse

The club is located at 29 Swan Street in Brassall, Queensland.

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Our current clubhouse (a former scout hall) has some accessibility limitations. We invite you to visit us at 29 Swan Street, Brassall, to see the space and facilities and decide if they meet your needs. The good news is we’re planning to move to new premises within the next few years, which will offer much better accessibility.

To learn more, stop by the shop for a visit, read our Facebook page, or send a question through our contact form.

Safety

Participation depends on each person’s capacity to engage with the tools and activities safely. Our goal is to provide a safe and enjoyable space to learn, create, produce, and explore woodcraft. Assessment, training, and safety accreditation are required before using tools and equipment. 

Mission statement

1.  To promote an interest in the crafts of woodwork and a forum for discussion.

2.  To develop a community interest in the various woodworking trades, especially with young people.

3.  To organize and exhibit the skills of the club members, lending encouragement and guidance.

4.  To foster a conservative attitude in our club and local community regarding the use of our natural resources.

The Ipswich Woodcrafts Club Inc. states that its objective in reporting various articles and advice in our newsletter, online and other communications, both verbal and written, is merely to disseminate information, and not to make recommendations or directives.  It also states that the views expressed therein are not necessarily those of the club or its committee.

Meetings

Meetings are held regularly where all members attending are fully informed of current matters involving the Club. Participation on any relevant to the operation and development of the Club is welcomed. Constructive ideas can be put forward and debated in a non-argumentative manner. ALL MEMBERS ARE WELCOME.

Background

The Ipswich Woodcrafts Club Inc was established in 1988 as a wood turning club, since then membership has expanded, and other wood crafts were introduced. Member’s skills now included: turning, carving, scrollsawing, pyrography, box making and toy making.

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