Our team
Northcote Toy Library is a not-for-profit toy library operating since 1996 run by volunteers. We are funded by membership fees, grants, and through fundraising activities.
We are located at North Harbour Table Tennis Stadium (behind the YMCA).
Location: 5a Akoranga Drive Northcote, Auckland, New Zealand.
Covered parking is available right outside.
Our committee member are:
Librarians: Alissa Ritter and Ana Lee
Chair: Clare McIlwraith
Treasurer: Sabina Buza
Secretary: Helena Oh
Members Officer: Leslie Hoch
Grants Officer: Sarah Prevet
Social Media Officer: Cathy Williams
General Member: Sukriti Gupta
General Member: Jay Crangle
Clare McIlwraith
President/Chair
I grew up in Northcote and am happy to be back in the area of our wonderful Kaipatiki community now I have three kids. I have loved the toy library since joining when my first child was little. I started helping with grant applications a few years ago and now am very proud to Chair our wonderful Committee, which is comprised entirely of busy parents who give up their time to give back to the library. The Library was established in 1997 and I hope that our committee can ensure the successful running of the library for another 26+ years.
Helena Oh
Secretary
I was born in South Korea and raised in Hillcrest from 2002. I joined the Toy Library in 2021. It is the perfect way to show my little girl caring and sharing toys with others. I am happy to support this wonderful community.
Leslie Hoch
Members Officer
Bonjour, I am French and with my husband, we moved to New Zealand 9 years ago as we really loved this country. We now have 2 kiwi kids : Elliot is 7 and Talia 4. We have been members of this amazing toy library for the last 4 years. I love seeing their happy faces every 3 weeks when getting new toys!
Cathy Williams
Social Media Officer
Sarah Prevet
Grants Officer
Sukriti Gupta
General Member
With extensive experience in accounting firms and finance companies in India, Sukriti is a seasoned finance professional with a deep understanding of financial management and accounting principles. Having recently moved to Auckland, she is currently enjoying a fulfilling career break as a stay-at-home mom to a toddler.