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Toy Swap Day
TOY SWAP DAY - next Saturday, 22nd of March! Trade in old toys for new adventures at our Toy Swap Day! Is there a toy at home that’s no...
Mar 15


Local Playgroups & Family Support Services
Parenting comes with so many joys, but it can also be challenging - and you don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you’re looking for a...
Mar 7


Bringing culture to playtime!
One of our Carnegie Toy Library families sent us this sweet snap of their little one enjoying the Chinese New Year story sack - serving...
Mar 5


Thank You for Your Wonderful Feedback!
We LOVE hearing from you! A huge "thank you" to this member for their lovely feedback - it truly makes our day! Knowing how our Toy...
Mar 2


Toy Picks We Love: What’s your family’s go-to toy from the library?
Some of our team’s toy picks! While we’d love to spill all our secrets, today we’re sharing just a few of our committee’s favourite toys!...
Feb 28


Ready to grow your child’s skills through play?
Maggie Dent, an expert in parenting and child development, has spent years helping parents understand how essential play is for...
Feb 23


Celebrating Our Toy Library in Numbers!
Our Toy Library in numbers! 🌟 In 2024 , we borrowed a total of 13,122 toys, an average of 38 toys per member ! With 341 incredible...
Feb 23
Exciting news for little adventurers
NEW TOYS! We've just added a fresh batch of toys to the Carnegie Toy Library and they're ready to bring hours of fun, creativity, and...
Feb 21


Spread the word as our Google Ads Co-ordinator
Are you savvy with Google Ads and love creating effective online campaigns? The Carnegie Toy Library is looking for a Google Ads...
Feb 18


NEW TOY ALERT: Bubble Machine Fun!
NEW TOY FOR HIRE: bubble fun is coming! Big news - our brand-new bubble machine is here and ready to hire! Perfect for parties,...
Feb 17


Grandparents, Make Playtime Magical! Special $50 Membership Just for You
Grandparents, it's time to play! Did you know we have a $50 Annual Membership made just for you? Borrow 3 toys + 1 puzzle or game, with 8...
Feb 15


Endless Play, One Membership
Ever wondered how our toy library works? Well, here you go... It's simple - borrow a huge range of fun, educational toys for your little...
Feb 12


Play is Learning – Building Skills Through Fun!
Play is so much more than just a break from learning - it IS the learning! 🌟 Fred Rogers, a passionate advocate for children’s...
Feb 8


Borrow, play, save the planet! ♻️
Did you know that over 50% of toys in Australia end up in landfill within a year? (ABC News, 2021) Instead of buying new, borrowing from...
Feb 8


Discover the Joy of Volunteering: Simple, Fun, and Rewarding
Have you ever wondered what happens during a volunteer shift at the Toy Library? Our amazing Session Coordinator, Steph, is here to show...
Feb 7


Become Our Vice President – Lead and Inspire
Step up as our new Vice President! Are you a natural leader who loves collaborating and making a difference? The Carnegie Toy Library is...
Feb 7
Spotlight on: Musical Play.
Musical play is more than just a good time - it helps children build coordination, boost creativity, and develop essential listening...
Feb 1


Meet one of our wonderful Carnegie Toy Library families
Ever wondered what treasures other families have discovered at the toy library? We caught up with a local family who are regulars to the...
Jan 30


A Heartfelt Thanks to the City of Glen Eira
It's important to give recognition to those who support our Toy Library... THANK YOU SO MUCH TO @cityofgleneira! A big shoutout to the...
Jan 28


Keeping Our Toys Sparkling for Everyone!
Scrub, play, repeat... 🧽✨ A friendly but important reminder to all our wonderful members to thoroughly clean toys before returning them....
Jan 23
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