This is a reference list of Australian Toy Makers that I have come across and managed to find some details on the business and their history.
Australian Toy Makers have existed over a long period of time, but many only for a short period like many business ventures. Some are ‘makers’ while others are ‘importers’ but all relate in some way to the toy industry in Australia.
The following list is simply that, a list of all the Australian Toy Makers that we are aware of and links to more information where I can find it.
- Alex Tolmer and Associates : Diecast and later Toys – see Toltoys 1950’s / 60’s
- Glenn Plastics : Plastic Toys 1950’s / 60’s
- Micro Models : Diecast Vehicles, Collingwood Victoria, 1950’s / 60’s
- Novelty Toy Works Pty Ltd
- Rosenhain & Lippman aka R&L Plastic / Cereal Toys
- Streamlux : Diecast Vehicles 1950’s / 60’s
- Thomas Hore : Plastic Toys 1950’s / 60’s
- Toltoys : Toys, Games, Pastimes 1950’s / 60’s
Along with the business names, a lot of information can be found about the businesses by researching their business addresses.