Products

Toy Safety

The following is an extract from: How do I know toys are safe? - A guide for parents form the ATA.

How do I keep my play environment safe?

• Age ratings - never mix toys meant for children of different ages. It can be dangerous for younger children to get hold of toys that are too old for them.
• The toy box - have a regular clear out of your toy boxes to check loose fur, ripped seams, sharp or rough edges, loose eyes and noses, broken parts that may cause choking. If you find broken or damaged toys, throw them away. Please don't pass them on - you may be handing on an accident to another parent's child.
• Tidy up! - it may sound obvious, but toys left on the floor or the stairs can cause accidents for the entire family.
• Cot toys – take string toys out of the cot when your baby is about five months old to prevent strangulation. Remove activity centres as soon as your baby can pull to stand.
• Battery toys – always change all batteries at once. New batteries can cause old batteries to get dangerously hot.
• Garden toys – fix garden toys over grass or soil, never concrete. Make sure there is plenty of room to walk around a swing to avoid being hit by the swing seat. Empty paddling pools after use and store them deflated or upside down.

For more information on toy safety, click here to visit the ATA (Australian Toy Association) website.

Brands we sell

Listed below are some of the major brands that we sell. Please click on the logo to take you to a list of all products we sell for that manufacturer, or follow the link in the right hand column to visit the manufacturer's website.

		From the playful heart of Australia, toys of substance and soul, as stunning as the landscape, as dramatic as the people: tough/subtle, robust/stylish, practical/elegant. We at Dobbin and Drum Toys are committed to responsibly using the world's resources, because the future of our children and the environment actually matters
		Elka Australia is one of Australia's leading plush toy importers and wholesalers. We are a wholly Australian owned company, with over 25 years experience in creating exciting and innovative soft toys.
		Play is discovery and exploration, and joy, and growth, and learning, and so much more. And for us play is serious work. So when we bring play to life, we do it with a commitment to the finest in craftsmanship and creativity. All of our products, from the newest concepts to our time-tested classics, are innovatively designed to inspire imaginative play and delight our consumers large and small.
		Have you been looking for a reputable supplier with good quality wooden toys and gifts at affordable prices? Now look no more! With 20 years experience, Eleganter Australia offers a wide range of wooden toys, educational toys, musical instruments, fancy stationaries and novelty items for children.
		Teddy and Friend's is now part of the Cooee Brands group of companies and is Australia's leading teddy bear and soft toy supplier. At Teddy and Friends the focus is on superior quality and an innovative range of products at unbeatable prices.
		mobilo is a building & construction toy. Even toddlers of two and three years old quickly learn to hold, grasp, pile up, balance, move and roll all the elements of mobilo. 3-8 year olds can easily construct objects, vehicles and even human beings using their own imagination
		Folkmanis, Inc. has grown to become the premier manufacturer of plush puppets worldwide. Folkmanis® offers over 200 of the most heartwarming and realistically designed creatures—both exotic and familiar—on the market today. And, after more than 25 years, Folkmanis, Inc. is still a family business. Judy and Atis oversee both the creative and operations sides to ensure that the quality and love of the natural world they wish to convey through their toys remains true to their original vision.
		The Corolle design team aims to create dolls that look and feel as real as possible with faces that are often inspired by real children
		WOOD PUZZLES is a small family business located in Brendale, Queensland. We have been making timber toys for 18 years, starting our business in Adelaide and shifting to Brisbane in 1995. We make timber toys, puzzles and games for young children. Our range is constantly being extended to cater for the range of products asked for by our customers and we are aiming to further extend our range for the older child and adults.
		You’ll find a lively cast of characters in the Puppettos™ collections, including finger puppets and hand puppets. There are also theaters to stage the perfect performance. Puppettos are sure to wiggle their way into the hearts and performances of kids of all ages.
		Groovy Girls are wildly popular soft dolls with their own unique sense of funky style, designed to encourage both diversity and individuality. Both the dolls and their extensive line of accessories have been recognized throughout the toy industry for their innovative design and imaginative play possibilities.
		Hama – creative play for growing children. Hama products give children as young as 3 a creative challenge. These products have been adapted to follow your child’s development, starting from baby attempts to control motor skills. Then as your child grows, Hama products gradually make the switch from educational toys to a creative hobby.
		Here at Le Toy Van we design, manufacture & distribute original painted wooden toys. Ranges include: Fairyland, dolls house, mini-world, traditional toys, farms, pirate adventure, fantasy, castles & EDIX modular medieval village inspiring imaginative play.
		Remember when a toy could captivate a child's attention and stimulate their imagination without the aid of a computer chip? We at Babalu, Inc. feel that child's play is important business. Too important in fact, to leave it up toys that quite frankly “do” so much while ironically doing so little.
		Bocchetta is a traditional family business with over 57 years experience in creating beautiful hand-crafted plush toys. We will always ensure the highest quality life-like plush toys crafted with meticulous attention to detail and guaranteed to become treasured gifts bring smiles, happiness and unconditional love.
		Next time you wish upon a star...let it be your very own shining star! RUSS® has partnered with the International Star Registry® in a revolutionary new Shining Stars™ program. The program includes a plush Shining Star® friend, crafted using only the finest of materials and identifiable by the star icon and embroidered Shining Stars® logo on the paw pad... and the chance to literally become a star by having your name recorded with a star in the sky.
		Keptin-Jr from the Netherlands is a collection of wonderfully soft and completely natural toys and comforters for babies and toddlers. Made from pure cotton and filled with pure sheep's wool, Keptin-Jr's cuddly toys are produced with respect for the environment. The simple designs of the toys will stimulate the child's creativity and imagination, and the natural fabrics easily absorb and maintain the child's scent and body temperature. The two-tone Natur Collection is made from 100% organic cotton. Coloured toys have been bleached without chlorine and are coloured with responsible, metal-free dyes. Durable fabrics, no small parts and reinforced stitching make these toys perfectly safe for babies and young children. All of the toys are fully washabl.
		Baufix is a range of high-quality wooden construction sets made in Germany. From Airplane to Locomotive, Crane, Tractor and more, these versatile sets offer creative fun for children aged 3-6 and older. Playing with Baufix, little engineers learn step by step how to build working models or simply create different forms using their imagination and so develop their fine motor skills, logical thinking, creativity, and hand-eye coordination. Each modular Baufix-System can be combined with the other sets to create more sophisticated constructions as the child develops. Baufix sets are built to the highest level of quality in terms of materials and workmanship and toys comply with the European toy standard (EN71). The parts are made from European timber, such as maple and beech, and non-toxic, environmentally friendly water varnishes are used for the cheerful colours of the construction elements. Meticulous finishing processes ensure that the toys remain in prime condition for many years.
		Artiwood trading in happiness with integrity since 2000 – based in Beautiful Byron Bay, Australia. Artiwood is dedicated to the development, design and manufacturing of the finest wooden educational toys. We imagine endless creative learning toys that do not cost the Earth! From inception to final product we consider environmental impact and we proudly support and finance conscientious, ethical international production. In helping Mother Earth we take pride in the joy we deliver piece by piece!. All products made from carefully selected renewable timber sources and comply with all International safety regulations using safe, non-toxic paints. Packaging kept to a minimum and recycled.
		Over 160,000 children aged 0-14 years are hospitalized for asthma every year. It is the most common chronic childhood disease, affecting more than one child in 20 and is the third-ranking cause of hospitalization in children. Physicians recommend avoidance of household allergens for those with asthma and allergies. Choosing an asthma friendly® certified toy is part of an overall allergen reduction plan in the home. Toys with the asthma friendly® certification mark are an ideal choice for those concerned with asthma and allergies. Asthma friendly®certified toys do not contain any fabric or fillings known to aggravate asthma. Additionally, their quality and workmanship allow for the effective allergen reduction process of freezing, washing and drying, while maintaining all ASTM-F963-03 and EN-71 safety requirements.
		It’s a Boy…It’s a Girl…It’s a NEW GUND®baby! From our newly designed logo to our product line brimming with innovative concepts and designs – GUNDbaby has been transformed into a single destination point for “all things baby.” GUNDbaby now provides a total fashion statement for baby and nursery – with loveable personalities as the focal point, new collections offer coordinated ensembles that include blankets, quilts ,playmats with learning activities, clothing, and even furniture accessories. What sets these products apart from the rest is GUNDbaby’s design, unique baby-soft materials, and the quality you’ve come to expect from the most trusted brand in baby product. Celebrating the birth of a baby and the milestones in the life of a child is one of life’s most treasured traditions. Providing an outstanding collection of quality gifts to commemorate these milestones is a part of GUNDbaby’s proud tradition since 1898.
		Djeco are based in Paris and are recognised around the world for their quality, fun educational toy designs. We love their puzzles, games, and tea sets.
		Galt products are designed to be fun and to encourage learning through play. Traditionally the company is associated with art, craft and activity products. In more recent years Galt has established a name for itself in the First Years category with the innovative Playnest. All Galt toys are rigorously quality controlled to maintain the highest standards in quality and safety. Galt produces and sells quality toys which meet the needs of all stages of child development from 0-10 years.
		Anamalz are designed in Australia, anamalz are the award wining animal range made from sustainable maple wood and textile products that have the unique functions to bend in different poses