After a seven-year spell, the volunteer-led organisation used funding received through Murray Irrigation's annual Community Sponsorship Program to reopen its doors.
Based in Finley, the Berriquin Community Toy Library services the communities of Finley, Berrigan, Tocumwal and Barooga.
The venture has been nothing short of a success according to committee secretary Anna Atkinson.
The library's opening hours have now been extended to Saturdays, so a wider range of families can drop by for a play and a borrow.
"We have been really pleased with the uptake of members who have joined the toy library since its relaunch last June," Mrs Atkinson said.
"This is a service that has not been available to local families for over seven years.
"We continue to see growth in memberships and love seeing new faces join our toy community.
"We have been able to grow the range of toys available to our members through fundraising and grants."
The toy library has increased the availability of fun, interactive and educational toys and resources for local children to enjoy, while at the same time offering parents a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to purchasing.
The facility is also helping foster social support and community connections.
"We are incredibly grateful for the funds we received through Murray Irrigation's Sponsorship Program," Mrs Atkinson said.
"We would encourage other local groups to apply.
"It has been a wonderful reflection of how our local community supports each other."
Applications for this year’s funding round open this week, and close on June 3.
It is made possible through the support of its customers.
MIL CEO Ron McCalman said the company is proud to invest in local initiatives that contribute to the social, cultural and environmental fabric of the local region.
“We are delighted to be able to support innovative community-driven projects that benefit local people and, ultimately, help communities across our service footprint thrive,” Mr McCalman said.
“I would encourage organisations and groups keen to make a positive difference in their local community to submit their applications by June 3.”
Further information, including selection criteria and application forms, is available at www.murrayirrigation.com.au/sponsorships.
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