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  #1148374 6-Oct-2014 16:48
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There are of course hire places but a workshop that was all set up where you could just pay to use a wide selection of tools is an interesting idea. Lots of pitfalls though I'm sure.






 

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  #1148396 6-Oct-2014 17:02
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They're common ish in the US, but probably not enough people in NZ. Plus liability issues, though they could be worked around.

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  #1149001 7-Oct-2014 11:06
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Try a mensshed in your area - they have workshops, etc, for 1-off DIY ...

http://menzshed.org.nz/



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  #1149003 7-Oct-2014 11:08
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Good tip - but in Wellington looks like it's a support group not a workshop.

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  #1149014 7-Oct-2014 11:25
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timmmay: Good tip - but in Wellington looks like it's a support group not a workshop.


That was my view when I looked at them too.

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  #1149067 7-Oct-2014 12:19
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From the Wellington Menzshed:

"It has a range of tools, equipment and benches ...."

 
 
 
 

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  #1149961 8-Oct-2014 14:17
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SepticSceptic: From the Wellington Menzshed:

"It has a range of tools, equipment and benches ...."


Unfortunately, they are only open on Tuesday (10am-1pm) and Wednesday (12-3pm) so most people on this site are not really the target demographic. (a generalisation)
Pity really.


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  #1149968 8-Oct-2014 14:20
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I emailed them, they said sure it wouldn't be a problem and to give them a call. I can do those times at the moment, as it happens, but not super convenient. Might follow up, might not.

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