Men’s Table hits mark

and the Sebel Kiama Sevens Womens Vase.

Cleary Brothers has been a sponsor of the Kiama Sevens Cup since 2008.

“We’re polishing up the Cup for this year’s competition,” says Denise Ovens.

“It’s great to be involved in a local event that is appreciated by the broader rugby community. It really does Kiama proud.”

Other prizes are sponsored by Rhino Sporting Equipment (Mens Bowl), Gates Haulage & Resources (Mens Country Cup), Droppoint (Womens second division) and Carter Ferguson Solicitors (Womens Country Cup).

Other sponsors are: Kiama Inn, Kiama Council, Destination Kiama, Raine and Horne Kiama, Niche Building Services, Integrity New Homes, Edwards Constructions, Illawarra Toyota, Tiffen & Co, Kiama Leagues Club, Victor Sports and Kiama Bowling Club.

“There are still opportunities for other businesses to sponsor aspects of the event, including the Plate for the winner of the battle between third and fourth in the mens comp,” says Mark.

Men coming together once a month to listen, share and support each other at The Men’s Table is doing more than originally envisioned, with research showing a wider impact.

Over 80 per cent of men in The Men’s Table – a mental health initiative aimed to get men to open up about the issues they are facing –have experienced a positive ripple effect to relationships beyond their Table.

Local convenor Michael Collins says, “The research shows there’s not only a benefit to individual men, but it teaches them how to support each other and also support their wider relationships in the community and with their families.”

Men have also seen a reduction in using less useful approaches, such as bottling up feelings and dealing with issues alone; and increases in more useful approaches with 74 per cent of men more likely to reach out to someone after attending a Table.

However, Michael says their service has not led to people seeking professional help.

“People who go to Tables aren’t looking for professional help, they’re looking for another kind of help. What we’re doing is we’re providing a niche that doesn’t exist in the health service system,” he says.

“It’s men serving men and it’s the fresh idea of not through charity but out of brotherhood.”

Beginning in 2011 with 12 men, there are now over 100 tables nationally, with two full tables in Kiama.

“If we have additional men wanting to join, we just start a new table,” Michael says.

To join or attend an entrée event – which allows men to experience what the Men’s Table is all about before committing to one –get in touch with Michael 0450 612 358. Details at www.themenstable.org

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