Murray Toy Library

27/05/2026

370,000 toys being shared between families across Australia is a pretty incredible thing when you stop and think about it! 💞

Every toy on a shelf is another opportunity for a child to learn through play, discover a new interest or revisit a favourite activity without families needing to constantly buy more.

And across Australia, that impact adds up:
♻️ 400 toy libraries
👨‍👩‍👧 175,000 toy library borrowers
🧒🏽 80,000 children
🙋 11,800 volunteers
🎲 370,000 toys being shared and reused

But the value of toy libraries goes beyond the toys themselves.

Toy libraries help families access practical support, reduce clutter and household costs, connect with their community and create playful home learning environments that grow with children over time.

Across Australia, toy libraries continue to bring real value to families in ways that are social, practical, environmental and deeply community-driven.

This is what toy libraries in Australia look like today.

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25/05/2026

Unfortunately we’ve had to make the tough decision to cancel our open session and stay and play tomorrow 26th May

Apologies to anyone who was going to attend!

21/05/2026

📢 You're Invited!

Join the Murray Library team to celebrate National Simultaneous Story Time as they come together to read Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller! 📚
🗓 Date: 27th May
📍Venue: Lesser Hall
⏰Time: 10:15 AM

National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is one of Australia’s most beloved annual reading events, bringing together millions of children, families, libraries, schools and early learning centres to share the same story, at the same time, right across Australia.

Find out more: 👉 https://bit.ly/4uhY1ZV

21/05/2026

Help our friends over at St Joes raise some money! 💰 raffle link below!

St Joes Pinjarra Wood Raffle!

21/05/2026

Ever wanted to know more about volunteering Murray Toy Library ?

Come and see us tomorrow at the Lakelands Shopping Centre for the Lakelands Volunteer Expo!

The Lakelands Volunteer Expo is back for 2026!

The expo will take place during National Volunteer Week, on Friday 22 May from 10am to 2pm. This event is a fantastic opportunity for local community members to discover the groups operating within Lakelands, for local groups to recruit new volunteers and also network with other groups from the area.

By attending the event, you can also enter the competition to win* a $500 Lakelands digital gift card AND $500 donated to an organisation of your choice (amongst the organisations present at the event). All you need to do is fill in the entry form on the day!

You, as you are, are enough to make a difference. Volunteering is not about “working for free” but about finding purpose and connection. It can mean supporting a cause that matters to you, giving back to your community, or simply showing kindness and feeling valued.

Through volunteering, you can build social connections, stay active, challenge your mind, and develop new skills. It’s also a way to share your expertise, gain confidence, explore career pathways, and celebrate cultural exchange—all while making a meaningful difference.

To find out more about the importance of Volunteering in Australia, visit the Volunteering WA website.

20/05/2026

Volunteering is what keeps toy libraries going 💞

Every borrowed toy, every organised shelf, every family welcomed through the door and every toy library session opened is made possible by volunteers.

This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the people behind the toy libraries across Australia. The 11,800+ volunteers who give their time, energy and care so children and families can access places to play, connect and belong in their community.

This year’s theme, “Your year to volunteer”, is a reminder that volunteering can create connection, confidence, friendships and a real sense of belonging, not just for families visiting toy libraries, but for the volunteers themselves. Whether it’s meeting other parents, giving back to the community, building skills or being part of something meaningful, volunteering at a toy library can make a real difference for everyone involved.

To every toy library volunteer, thank you for everything you do for your community.

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20/05/2026

Thanks to all our volunteering members and our committee members who keep our little toy library open 🙌💐

12/05/2026

Opening early and closing early today!

Change in opening times for today only 9.30am til 11am come and see what we have to offer!

09/05/2026

Sorry closed due to volunteer had to cancel due to illness

Apologies for inconvenience!

07/05/2026

🌸 Join us this Mother’s Day at the beautiful Edenvale Heritage Precinct Markets! 🌸

We’ll be there from 8am–1pm with a selection of our exciting party hire range to try 🎉 plus plenty of fun kids activities to keep the little ones entertained

💖 Don’t miss our special Mother’s Day Market Colouring Competition — a fun activity for the kids with a chance to win a prize!

Come say hello, explore everything the markets have to offer, and enjoy a lovely family day out in the stunning heritage gardens 🌿✨

📍 Edenvale Heritage Precinct
🕗 8am–1pm

We can’t wait to see you there!