Get ready to save money and storage space!
Northern Beaches’ Library of Things is officially open, giving locals a sustainable way to access hundreds of useful items without needing to buy them.
Through a partnership with The Sydney Library of Things, this new click-and-collect service operates every Saturday from 9am to 12 noon at Cromer Community Centre.
Think of it as the ultimate sharing hub – a place where a single membership lets you borrow an endless variety of items whenever you need them, from professional-grade power tools and camping equipment to specialty kitchen appliances and family games. No rental fees, no hassle – just convenient access to everything you need, when you need it.
From lawn games to pressure cleaners (no excuses for dirty driveways now!). Images: Sydney Library of Things.
To celebrate the opening of the Northern Beaches branch, the Council is reducing the annual membership fee to $70 until 31 December 2024. So if you’re looking to start a new hobby or tick off a project (maybe a ladder to put up those Christmas lights?) over the summer, it’s worthwhile.
Northern Beaches Mayor Sue Heins said Council is pleased to be involved with such a great initiative.
“Often people find themselves needing, for example, a whipper snipper, food dehydrator, high-pressure cleaner, camp stove or kids reusable party supplies for short periods, and the Library of Things enables the community to access these items instead of buying them.”
Images: Sydney Library of Things.
“This volunteer-run operation is a brilliant way to reduce landfill of hardly used items. The Library of Things sees the circular economy in action with unwanted items available for people to borrow when needed.”
“While it is only just beginning, our volunteers are busy sorting, cleaning and doing rigorous testing on the large number of items that have been donated already, before, uploading them to the Library of Things website. We are still looking for useful, working items to continue to grow our library.”
This is such a fantastic local resource, and just in time for Christmas too. If you’re looking for a unique present idea, consider buying a subscription for family or friends. It’s literally the gift that keeps on giving!
Northern Beaches’ Library of Things
Where: Cromer Community Centre, 150 Fisher Rd North, Cromer.
When: Every Saturday from 9am to 12 noon
Website: Browse the items in their online inventory at: https://thesydneylibraryofthings.com.au
Membership fee is $85 annually, $50 for 6 months and $30 quarterly. Concession card holders receive a reduced rate of $60 annually, $36 for 6 months and $22 quarterly
How to Redeem the Opening Offer
- Go to www.thesydneylibraryofthings.org.au, click on “Gift Certificates”
- Click on https://tr.ee/tVsRoQvsd3 to go directly to “Gift Certificates”
