Find shops that are locally owned
Look for toys that are made locally, that will last a long time, and preferably out of natural materials and have some educational spinoff.
Playways Educational Toy Shop at 707 Grey St, Hamilton ph 854 9969 Jumpin Jacks Toys, Barton St. Ph 834 1990
For older children go to Jaycar Electronics in 92 Commerce St in Frankton or Dick Smith for electronic fun stuff, solar powered, wind up, make things
Models are good too - Frankton Model Shop 72 Kent St, has plenty of materials for kids to make their own.
