Eco Playgroup - Toy Swap

Bring your children to celebrate Climate Action Week at the Coal Loader!

Did you know 27 million toys go to landfills every year in Australia?

Join us at North Sydney’s historic The Coal Loader for a Toy Swap event! Surrounded by stunning views and a vibrant community, families can exchange pre-loved toys, discover new treasures, and connect with others. Through hands-on activities and interactive sessions, everyone will experience the joy of reuse and learn how giving toys a second life benefits the environment. Come play, learn, and make a difference for our community and the planet!

Bring along your beloved toys and books to swap with your friends in our community.

Our Toy Swap is not just about swapping toys – it's an opportunity for kids to discover the power of sustainability and the value of reusing. By participating, you'll help reduce our environmental footprint and contribute to the reduction of landfill waste.

Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and contribute. Let's make a difference together!

What can I bring with me:

• Collect any toys, games, and books that are in good working condition and suitable for reuse.
• Ensure each item is in working order, free of damage and cleaned prior to the day
• You may bring one bag of items plus one large item in total

Simple rules to follow:

• Ask yourself: Is this item good enough for my friend or another kid?
• Due to safety concerns, you must check that all battery-operated items (toys, games and books) are in working condition and replace their batteries when necessary.
• Battery-operated toys should have battery cases secured by screws or other means to prevent children from prying them open.
• We may refuse any items that are not in the desired condition, and you must remove them from the premises.

FAQs:

What happens if I have more toys in great working conditions?

Register with Joy of Giving to drop off more toys or stay tuned for upcoming events near you. https://www.joyofgiving.net/ge... happens if I have broken toys?

Unfortunately, options for broken toys are limited. If you have items that need to be disposed of, please contact your local council to explore available disposal options.

More questions

Email us: info@joyofgiving.net

A guardian must accompany each child.

Location: The Genia McCaffery Centre for Sustainability at the Coal Loader, 2 Balls Head Drive Waverton.

Accessibility: All physical abilities are welcome as the site is fully accessible. Please contact our team for any special requirement requests or questions.

Booking essential – limited spaces available. Please cancel your booking asap if you are no longer available to attend.

Cost: $0 to take part however ONLY book if you can make it.

What to bring: Reusable water bottle, and plastic-free snacks for after the class. Close-toed shoes. Sun and rain protection.

Wet Weather: The toy swap will go ahead in rainy weather.

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