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Darwin Toy Library Making Learning Fun for Everyone through an extensive range of toys and resources to encourage a childs development by engaging in play.

Darwin Toy Library began in 1978 so that families and carers of Children with Special Needs could access a wide range of toys and equipment to assist with their children’s development. It was soon realized that it would benefit the development of all children to access the Toy Library resources and the service was opened to the general public. A mobile service is offered to families with an Additional Needs membership for larger equipment not able to be transported easily in standard vehicles. Darwin Toy Library has close to 4000 items available for loan. All toys can be taken home for up to two weeks before returning and selecting a new experience. Family Memberships are available with concessional rates are offered to families with Additional Needs Children and low-income families. Group memberships are available for Childcare Centres, Day Carers and organisations who provide services to children. The Darwin Toy Library is supported by Territory Families and by the Department of Education for our operations, supplemented by revenue generated from our library operations.

Research suggests that solo and two-player strategy games are particularly valuable for children aged 8+ because they su...
20/10/2026

Research suggests that solo and two-player strategy games are particularly valuable for children aged 8+ because they support a period of rapid development in thinking, self-regulation, and social skills.

Check out the games category on your next visit!

The "can't argue with the research" Toy Library Team

This climber design has been around for 35 years!The Kangaroo Climber is still an iconic favourite with our little membe...
15/10/2026

This climber design has been around for 35 years!

The Kangaroo Climber is still an iconic favourite with our little members and their adults.

Did you grow up playing on one of these? Find it in the Toy Library on your next visit.

The "how is that a kangaroo" Toy Library Team

Little People have been helping children learn about the world around them for generations, just like the Toy Library!Fr...
08/10/2026

Little People have been helping children learn about the world around them for generations, just like the Toy Library!

From everyday routines and community helpers to imaginative adventures, we love seeing them continue to spark curiosity, creativity and storytelling.

Borrow an amazing playset from the Toy Library on your next visit.

The "we really don't have favourites, but if we did it would be the castles" Toy Library Team

Playing with dough is one of those sensory activities where everyone ends up laughing, chatting, and making something de...
02/10/2026

Playing with dough is one of those sensory activities where everyone ends up laughing, chatting, and making something delightfully weird.

There’s something wonderfully simple about playdough… and yet it does so much for little hands and big imaginations.

If your little one (or you) loves sensory play, grab one of our play kits to spark new ideas.

The "we don't even mind when it all mixes together" Toy Library Team

If you had a Meef what would you call it? Let us know in the Library or in the comments.Before we put this great game fo...
29/09/2026

If you had a Meef what would you call it? Let us know in the Library or in the comments.

Before we put this great game for pre-readers out for borrowing, we need four Meef names to add to the game cards. What's a Meef? You'll need to borrow the game to find out.

The "we have all our teeth" Toy Library Team

Looking for ways to keep occupied indoors and away from screens? This is a finding game, not a gathering game! There's n...
29/09/2026

Looking for ways to keep occupied indoors and away from screens?

This is a finding game, not a gathering game! There's no single right answer, is it a cup or does it do what a cup does?

Children can interpret clues in their own way, sparking imagination, creativity and conversation along the way.

The "looking and thinking" Toy Library Team

This medallion was found in the Toy Library on Thursday. We’d love to reunite it with its owner 🏅The “very proud of you ...
27/09/2026

This medallion was found in the Toy Library on Thursday. We’d love to reunite it with its owner 🏅

The “very proud of you rowing Mama” Toy Library Team

The Darwin Toy Library is just a bit older than this classic ... Guess Who isn’t just fun it’s building big skills in li...
24/09/2026

The Darwin Toy Library is just a bit older than this classic ... Guess Who isn’t just fun it’s building big skills in little people. Every “Does your person wear glasses?” or “Is their hair blonde?” helps to practise deductive reasoning, question‑making, and describing features. It’s also a brilliant way to boost language development, from vocabulary to clear communication.

We love seeing children lean in, think hard, build resilience, and triumph as they narrow it down to the one. Games like Guess Who? turn curiosity into confidence.

Try it on your next visit… your tiny detectives will be hooked!

The "no my person is not wearing a hat" Toy Library Team

Puzzles are such a simple way to spark big thinking.A fun puzzle lets children slow down, focus, and experiment as they ...
22/09/2026

Puzzles are such a simple way to spark big thinking.

A fun puzzle lets children slow down, focus, and experiment as they turn pieces around and try new ideas. It’s gentle problem‑solving, fine‑motor practice, and confidence building all wrapped up in play.

Check out this new mermaid floor puzzle on your next visit.

The "we have bigger puzzles for big people too" Toy Library Team

The perfect gift does exist! It's a Darwin Toy Library gift voucher!Just right for birthdays, Christmas, new babies and ...
18/09/2026

The perfect gift does exist! It's a Darwin Toy Library gift voucher!

Just right for birthdays, Christmas, new babies and growing families!

A Toy Library Gift Voucher means more toys, less clutter and plenty of fun, while helping families save money and play sustainably.

A gift they’ll enjoy again and again!

The "practically perfect" Toy Library Team

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McMillans Road
Darwin, NT
0812

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