Why buy when you can borrow? We’ve partnered with the Sydney Library of Things to provide the Sydney Library of Things – Northern Beaches. The new location will open in Cromer on Saturday 23 November, 9am - 12 noon.

What is a Library of Things?

The Sydney Library of Things (LoT) is a not-for-profit service that provides the local community with access to a collection of extremely useful but only occasionally used items that can be loaned out for a short period of time.

It is like a normal library but with things instead of books! Things include tools, garden maintenance equipment, sewing machines, sustainable party supplies, kitchen appliances that support sustainable living lifestyles and much more.

‘Things’ are donated from people who no longer have use or room for the item and are then tested ready for borrowing.

Get involved
  • Join and borrow: Create an account and begin borrowing at any of the Library of Things branches. Browse our online inventory of all available items. Please note: There are limited items on view at present but our volunteers are working hard to prepare and upload the hundreds of items we have available for use over the summer holidays and beyond.
  • Donate items: Check out our wishlist below and register your donations

Christmas Gift Certificate

To celebrate the opening of the Northern Beaches branch of The Sydney Library of Things until 31 December 2024, you can sign up for an annual membership for just $70, a $15 discount off our regular price. 

This offer is perfect for those looking to start a new hobby, tick off practical projects or meet like-minded individuals and make the most of what The Sydney Library of Things has to offer.

Redeem the offer

Our donation wishlist

This is by no means an exhaustive list and we welcome any and all items.

 

Hand & Power Tools of All Kinds

  • Screwdrivers
  • Chisels

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Portable Stereo
  • Games Console
  • Selfie-stick

Party Gear & Decorations

  • Fairy Floss Machine
  • Decorations & Stage Lighting
  • Sun Umbrellas
  • Bell Tents

Kitchen Appliances & Home

  • Food Freeze Dryer
  • Egg Incubator
  • Cocktail Set

Arts & Craft

  • Badge Maker
  • Staple Gun
  • Specialised Art Tools And Equipment
  • Badge Making Machine

Camping Gear

  • Lanterns
  • Foot Pump
  • Swags
  • BBQ

Gardening Tools

  • Edger/Whipper Snipper (Cordless)
  • Hand Tools

Note: This will be a Click & Collect service only. All ‘Things’ orders will be placed in advance online.

Contact information

Location

Cromer Community Centre 150 Fisher Road

Cromer NSW 2099