Central Southland Toy Library Inc

21/09/2026

Something new is on its way! Keep your eye on our Facebook and instagram pages over the next week when we reveal what it is!

18/09/2026

A reminder about our survey!

We want to make the Central Southland Toy Library the best it can be for local families. Whether you're a current member, a past member, or you've never visited us before, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Your feedback will help us improve our service and plan for the future. The survey takes about....

08/09/2026

💛 WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! 💛

We’re looking at how we can make the Central Southland Toy Library even better for local families, and we’d love your feedback! 🧸

We’ve put together a quick 3–5 minute survey and would love to hear your thoughts on the Toy Library, opening days and times, what could encourage families to join or visit, and any ideas you have for us.

🎉 PLUS — everyone who completes the survey can go in the draw to win a $50 New World voucher! The winner will be randomly drawn after the survey closes.

👉 Complete the survey here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwZ-_EdgiVU_0jvvEct8By7c3ZsRwNU7k1rCtkjwoHyjwc-Q/viewform?usp=publish-editor

📅 Survey closes Sunday 4 October

Your feedback really helps us make decisions about the future of the Toy Library and how we can best support local families.

Thank you for being part of our Toy Library community! 💛

We want to make the Central Southland Toy Library the best it can be for local families. Whether you're a current member, a past member, or you've never visited us before, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Your feedback will help us improve our service and plan for the future. The survey takes about....

04/09/2026

💛 A big thank you 💛

A huge thank to one of our locals Jan Geary, who recently created these beautiful blankets for one of our dolls beds.

03/09/2026

☔️ It's wet out there!!☔️

With all this rain, why not make the most of a cosy day indoors?

Pop in and grab some toys to keep the kids entertained!

And this week, our Board Games are the Toys of The Week!

Open
Friday 11am-1pm
Saturday 10am-12pm

27/08/2026

🧸✨ Check out our newest toys! ✨🧸

We’ve got some exciting new additions hitting the shelves! 🎉

And this is just the beginning… 👀 Keep an eye out for even more new toys making their way into the Toy Library over the coming weeks!

There’s always something new to discover at the Toy Library! 💛🧩🚂

13/08/2026

07/08/2026

It takes a community... and what a community we have! 💙

Our new roof is complete, and we couldn't be more grateful.

This project has been made possible by the generosity, expertise, and support of so many incredible people and businesses. Every contribution, big or small, has helped ensure our Toy Library remains a safe place for local families to enjoy for years to come.

A huge thank you to:
Stearnie - Stearne Roofing
Johnny -J K Allison Building Ltd
Chris - Tait Plumbing Ltd
Jared - JPD Painting and Decorating Limited
Josh Iddles
Roel Overgaauw
George Hazlett
Joost Coppus
James - Caldwell Building & Electrical

A special thank you also goes to our current President, Ursina Allison, for all the work behind the scenes to help make this project happen. Her time, effort, and persistence have been a huge part of getting our new roof completed.

We’d also like to thank our members, volunteers, and everyone who has supported our fundraising efforts. Your support has helped make this project possible and allowed us to complete this important upgrade for our Toy Library.

We’re lucky to have such a supportive community behind us. Thank you to everyone who has played a part! 💙

24/07/2026

Did you know we have a Bouncy Caste for hire? The perfect addition to any birthday party!

22/07/2026

We love seeing Toy Libraries in the spotlight! ❤️

Howick and Pakuranga Toy Library was recently featured in this news story about the sharing economy, highlighting the many benefits of borrowing instead of buying.

Toy Libraries help families access quality toys at a fraction of the cost, encourage sustainable living l, and keep children learning through play.

We're proud to be part of such a wonderful network of Toy Libraries across New Zealand. Have a watch and see what it's all about!!