Northcote Toy Library

Northcote Toy Library Northcote Toy Library is a non-profit community organization, lending quality toys to our members just like a regular library but for toys!

Each family can borrow up to 7 toys and keep them for 3 weeks! The Northcote Toy Library is a community service run by volunteers. We provide a large range of well designed, safe and educational toys, including ride-ons, balance bikes, tents, infant toys, puzzles, games, Duplo sets, musical instruments, theme play toys (eg. dolls' house, farmyard set, trains) and role play toys such as kitchens, l

awnmowers, baby cradles, etc, for you to borrow at a minimal cost. This will allow you to match toys with your child's development. We hope you and your family enjoy the experience. Please join us by click the "Join Now" button on our website http://www.northcotetoylibrary.org.nz , make a transaction prior your visit, and bring a valid ID, letter of address, and you're all set! Every day to the Northcote Toy Library will be like Christmas for your little one(s)!

We have some staff away this weekend and next, so we'd love some extra hands on deck to help the library run smoothly.If...
21/05/2026

We have some staff away this weekend and next, so we'd love some extra hands on deck to help the library run smoothly.

If you're on a duty membership and need to do some shifts, here's your chance!
And even if you're on a non-duty membership, if you're able to help out we'll make a credit to your account as a thank you.

Just put your name down on the roster after signing into our website :)

💛 A note on fundraising & helping outLike many community organisations, our operating costs continue to rise. We work ha...
12/05/2026

💛 A note on fundraising & helping out

Like many community organisations, our operating costs continue to rise. We work hard to keep membership fees as low and accessible as possible, but this does mean we rely on additional funding sources — including fundraising — to keep everything running smoothly.

We really appreciate our members being part of that effort in whatever way they can, whether that’s lending a hand at events, contributing behind the scenes, or helping spread the word.

We’ll be holding a sausage sizzle and bake sale in September and will be looking for parent helpers to make it happen. More details will come closer to the time, but we’d love your support. And if you have ideas for fundraising, we’re always open to hearing them!

As well as hiring a new librarian, we’d also like to remind everyone that our committee is always open to new members, a...
11/05/2026

As well as hiring a new librarian, we’d also like to remind everyone that our committee is always open to new members, and we warmly welcome anyone who would like to get involved. We are currently recruiting for general members, a fundraising officer, and a grant officer, and will soon be looking for a treasurer as well. It’s a great way to support the library and connect with the community.

If you’re interested in the librarian role or a committee position, or would like more information, please email [email protected]

We’d love for you to join the Toy Library team!

🎁 Gift vouchers now available all year round.We’re excited to share that you can now purchase Toy Library gift vouchers ...
05/05/2026

🎁 Gift vouchers now available all year round.

We’re excited to share that you can now purchase Toy Library gift vouchers — a simple way to spread the love of play to friends and whānau.

How does it work?
Just get in touch with us by email or chat with the librarian during opening hours, and choose the value you’d like. The person receiving the voucher can use it as-is or put it towards a different membership option if they prefer.

You’ll receive a voucher (paper or digital) to pass on, and the recipient will have three months to activate their membership.

We’re sad to share that Alissa will be leaving her role as librarian, though we’re also excited for her as she moves int...
05/05/2026

We’re sad to share that Alissa will be leaving her role as librarian, though we’re also excited for her as she moves into a new career.

We’re now looking for a new librarian and would love to find someone from within our Toy Library community. If you enjoy the library and are interested in part-time work, we’d love to hear from you 😊

Role details:

You would be required to work our opening hours:
Tuesday 9:15–11:15am
Thursday 2:45–4:45pm
Saturday 9:15am–12:15pm

Position is available from beginning of June (with the option to start earlier for training)

Responsibilities: Keeping the library running smoothly, checking toys in and out, and managing member-related admin tasks. The role requires good organisational skills and basic computer skills (training will be provided in our system).

If you're interested or want more information, please email [email protected].

We’d love for you to join the Toy Library team!

🥳 Check out some of the new additions to the library!Some have been purchased thanks to a $1000 grant from Pub Charity L...
30/04/2026

🥳 Check out some of the new additions to the library!

Some have been purchased thanks to a $1000 grant from Pub Charity Limited, and others have come through other kind donations.
So many great additions for your little ones to enjoy!

🤔 What are you most looking forward to hiring?

Happy Easter from the Northcote Toy Library team!We are open as usual throughout the weekend so swing by and grab some t...
29/03/2026

Happy Easter from the Northcote Toy Library team!

We are open as usual throughout the weekend so swing by and grab some toys to keep your little ones entertained.

See you at the library!

💰 Membership Price Update – Effective 1 AprilFrom 1st April, there will be a small increase in membership fees.We haven’...
19/03/2026

💰 Membership Price Update – Effective 1 April

From 1st April, there will be a small increase in membership fees.

We haven’t raised our prices since at least 2018, and during that time many of our operating costs—such as rent, wages, insurance, and toy upkeep—have gradually increased. This adjustment will help us continue maintaining and renewing our toy collection so it stays fresh, safe, and fun for everyone.

We’re very mindful of keeping the Toy Library as affordable and accessible as possible:

- We offer reduced membership options for parent helpers.
- We’re supported by grants and fundraising, which help us keep costs down.
- We always aim to provide great value for families.

Even with this change, the Toy Library remains a very economical way to enjoy a wide and ever-growing range of toys—and we’re excited to keep expanding our collection throughout the year.

We need someone to help at the library for this Saturday's shift.Remember - You don’t need to have a duty membership to ...
17/03/2026

We need someone to help at the library for this Saturday's shift.

Remember - You don’t need to have a duty membership to volunteer. If you have the time - we'd love your help!
If you complete more duties than your membership requires you will receive a $25 credit per shift as a thank you 💰

Hi members, we don't have anyone signed up for duty this weekend and its likely to be a busy one. If you have a couple o...
04/03/2026

Hi members, we don't have anyone signed up for duty this weekend and its likely to be a busy one.

If you have a couple of hours to spare we'd love you to sign up on the website.

And remember, if you're not on a parent help membership but still want to help out, we'll give you a credit toward your next membership for each duty you complete!

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5a Akoranga Drive, Northcote (behind The YMCA, Drive Into The YMCA Car Park, Turn To The Lane On Right Of The YMCA Building, Then You'll See Us, )
Auckland
0627

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 11am
Thursday 3pm - 4:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 12pm

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