Magical Athlete - The Board Game for Non-Board Gamers!
By Tim Fulton
Is the board game Magical Athlete the 'Board Game of the Year' for non-board gamers?
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Remembering Patrick Stewart: A Hero Across Universes
By Sacha Wackrow
The world has lost one of its most beloved actors, with Sir Patrick Stewart passing away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.
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Toys and Books for Pretend Play (Part 1)
By Lizzy Lockhart
From Hape to Melissa & Doug and more, there are some amazing toys out there to help with pretend play, making it easier for parents to jump in and role...
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Movie Review on Street Fighter (2026)
By Tim Fulton
Tim's Street Fighter Movie Review Disclaimer - I am a massive Street Fighter fan…. Love the games, got the toys & have a Street Fighter ‘shrine’ in my garage… I...
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A Little Bit Spooky: Board Games for Halloween
By Amelia Burns
Halloween is the perfect excuse for a spooky board game night! From adorable ghost cats and chaotic card games to haunted mansions, murder mysteries and terrifying alien encounters, Amelia shares...
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My Favourite Thing About Bookish Puzzles
By Amelia Burns
There's something special about seeing your favourite fictional worlds brought to life through beautiful artwork. From the dragons of Fourth Wing to the streets of Velaris, I'm sharing why I...
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The Play to Screen Report - 13/10/2026
By Sacha Wackrow
Sacha has rounded up all the latest news from the world of toys, games, movies and television in this week's 'Play to Screen Report'! From exciting new adaptations and superhero...
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What Does Your Favourite Puzzle Say About You?
By Amelia Burns
What does your favourite jigsaw puzzle say about you? Discover what your love of cosy bookshops, gardens, fantasy, Wasgij, and more might reveal!
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Why Two-Player Games Deserve a Spot on Your Shelf
By Amelia Burns
You don’t need a whole group for a great game night! Amelia shares some of her favourite two-player board games, from quick card games and cosy picks to cooperative challenges...
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2026 Holiday Barbie Out Now!
By Tim Fulton
The 2026 Holiday Barbie is now available & looking stunning!
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The Play to Screen Report - 6th October 2026
By Sacha Wackrow
From iconic toys and games heading to the big screen to comics getting the TV treatment, there’s plenty happening in the world of play and pop culture this week. Sacha...
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Meet the new Toniebox Lite
By Sacha Wackrow
We’re already big Tonies fans in our house, so we’re very excited about the newest addition to the Tonies family: the Toniebox Lite is coming soon!
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Bookish Board Games Amelia & Lizzy Have Been Playing
By Amelia Burns
Amelia and Lizzy have been playing two of our newest bookish board games! Find out what we thought of My Book Nook and A Place for All My Books, plus...
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New Hero Alert! Meet Serena - our new Category Assistant Hero
By Amelia Burns
Meet Serena, our new Category Assistant Hero! Get to know the newest member of the Toy Hero team, from her love of special edition books and puzzles to her ever-growing...
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Toy Hero - The Destination For Bruder Toys!
By Tim Fulton
We have just received a massive shipment of the renowned German Toy brand - Bruder & are really excited by the range now in-stock & ready to ship overnight. From...
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What Actually Makes a Party Game a Party Game?
By Amelia Burns
From clever clues and sneaky bluffing to trivia, creativity and complete chaos, party games come in all shapes and sizes! We’re diving into what makes a party game, the different...
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Amelia's Favourite Puzzle Vibe: What Makes a Puzzle Cosy?
By Amelia Burns
What makes a puzzle feel cosy? Amelia shares her favourite puzzle vibe, from bookshops and beautiful everyday moments to tiny details, gorgeous colours and mini puzzles you can curl up...
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We Did It! Toy Hero Has Officially Moved 🎉
By Dylan Bland
We did it! 🎉 We’re now operating from our new Toy Hero HQ at 112B Hobsonville Road!The books have been moved, we’ve successfully tested shipping orders, and our bookshop is...
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Lizzy's Top 5 Board Games
By Lizzy Lockhart
Lizzy is sharing her top 5 Board Games including her favourite cooperative games, two-player options, party games, and even the ones you can play with kids!
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A Puzzle for Every Season: Why I Love Seasonal Puzzles
By Amelia Burns
From spooky Halloween puzzles to floral spring scenes and Christmas favourites we bring out every year, seasonal puzzles have a special place in my collection. Here’s why I love how...
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Toy Hero is moving! Here’s what you need to know.
By Dylan Bland
Toy Hero is moving! This weekend, we’re relocating 120,000 books, puzzles, board games and toys to our brand-new warehouse and bookstore at 112B Hobsonville Road. Find out what the move...
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Movie Review Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie
By Kevin Liao
Kevin's Review: 5/5Let’s get one thing straight: I didn’t walk into this expecting a cinematic masterpiece. But the animation? No kidding, it’s legitimately DreamWorks or Illumination quality. That’s a hell...
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Two Iconic Barbies Have Just Landed At Toy Hero
By Tim Fulton
Two absolute icons have been immortalised in Barbie form . This week Toy Hero welcomes Supergirl & Miley Cyrus to the Barbie Signature range.
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I'm spending book money on puzzles (and it's all Amelia's fault)
By Lizzy Lockhart
Lizzy is sharing her current plight, struggling with having money left over for books when there are so many beautiful puzzles to buy!
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New Rolife Just Arrived 😍
By Amelia Burns
Our Rolife range just got even bigger! Discover heaps of new DIY miniature houses, book nooks and Super Store miniatures, plus the return of some old favourites.
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New September Tonies Releases - Now Up For Pre-order
By Tim Fulton
Eight new Tonies are being released in September, including favorite's Avatar & Baby Shark.
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