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Welcome

The NZTDA represents the interests of the Toy Industry at a National and International level, addressing issues and problems which could impact on the toy business and by so doing protect and promote the interests of our Members.

The members of the New Zealand Toy Distributors Association comprise manufacturers, importers and distributors of toys, games, nursery, lifestyle, licensed, sports, seasonal, and hobby products.

The Association also runs the only dedicated toy trade event in New Zealand - The NZ Toy Fair - which this year will take place at SKYCITY, Auckland. This is a trade only event and exists to give members, an opportunity to showcase their products to buyers and retailers.

The NZTDA is involved with Childrens’ Charities and as such our Committee support child related foundations that are in need of assistance. Every year the committee receive suggestions for likely recipients of Toy Funding grants. Funds have been used to help purchase vital equipment, satisfy basic needs, initiate new projects, or bolster existing initiatives for children.

Today the NZTDA has around 45 members ranging from international toy companies to small family-run businesses.

Play is children’s work and toys are their tools; therefore it is important that these tools are safe. When it comes to toys or any children’s products the safety of children is paramount and is of the greatest importance to all members of the NZTDA.

Management of the Association

Management lies in the hands of an elected committee from member companies to run the affairs of the NZTDA on an annual basis.     Our team include:

Board

  • President - Geoff Lyons - Haka NZ Ltd
  • Vice President - Vaughan Harvey  - Harvey Wholesale
  • Secretary/Treasurer - Fleur Tisdale - Holdson Ltd
  • Toy Fair Organiser - Fleur Tisdale - Holdson Ltd

Committee

  • Chris Stephens - Antics
  • Neale McKinstry - Sweetpea 
  • Jeremy Kirk Smith - Planet Fun 
  • Heidi Heyman - Logical Toys 
  • Jay Esser - Jayz International

Charity Committee

  • Chris Stephens - Antics Marketing Ltd
  • Heidi Heyman - Logical Toys Ltd

Safety & Compliance Consultant

Richard Hayman
Richard brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the NZTDA’s product safety and compliance mission. He has worked in the toy industry for over 30 years and has been with the NZTDA since 2009. Richard represents the NZTDA on standards committees at both international and local levels and keeps in close contact with the various regulators covering member’s products.

 

NZ Toy Fair - SAVE THE DATE 2024

Professionally managed and established by the New Zealand Toy Distributors Association (NZTDA), the fair is the largest toy trade event showcasing the latest trends in the toy, hobby and nursery industries as well as other products for children and family leisure, learning and entertainment.

Exhibitors ranging from large established companies to new innovators will be launching brand new toys, games, licenses, nursery products and hobbies sourced locally and internationally. The Fair will create a unique forum where manufacturers, distributors and importers congregate to do business, promote products and sample the latest creative and technological innovations in New Zealand and from around the world.

Toy Fair is a great place for buyers to touch, feel, and have fun with the products of tomorrow.  Capture a true insight into the essence of fun and future play for Kiwi children.

 

TOY FAIR 2024

Show Dates: 

  • Saturday 6th April - 9.00am to 5.00pm
  • Sunday   7th April - 9.00am to 5.00pm
  • Monday   8th April - 9.00am to 3.30pm

Venue

Grand Millennium Hotel, Cnr Vincent Street & Mayoral Drive, Auckland 

 

Join us for a funfilled networking opportunity to keep up to date with the latest trends and new product in the world of toys. 

TRADE ONLY EVENT - Retailer Registration is onsite NOT online.