Transforming toys to treasure


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We believe in a world where toys live longer lives, bringing joy to many families.

According to Sustainability Victoria, in Australia 51% of toys end up in landfill each year. This translates to over 87,000 tonnes of toys! We’d like to reduce that number and support families to make conscious choices through a more sustainable approach to toys. The circular economy centres on three key ideas: Reuse, Repair, and Recycle. We are here to guide families through each step with practical, approachable resources that benefit their budget and the environment. Join us in keeping toys in play for longer.

Play it Forward is a free, independent community resource. We do not collect or store your data and we do not enter into partnerships or sponsorships with toy manufacturers or retailers. Our only agenda is connecting families with the resources they need to keep toys in play for longer.

Reuse
Repair
Recycle
  • Toy Libraries
  • Toy Swaps
  • Donate Toys to Charity
  • Repair Cafes
  • Repair Guides
  • Replace Missing Parts
  • Toy Recycling programs
  • Recycling Centres
  • Recycling Drop-offs
Watch the latest episode of our toy restoration videos on the Play it Forward YouTube channel

Listen to our new Play It Forward podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify Podcasts.