Santa’s hit list! The best toys for Christmas
From Santa’s sleigh direct to your lounge room.
Whether you’re shopping for your nieces, nephews, or your own little elves, we’ve rounded up the coolest, most smile-inducing toys to make this Christmas extra special.
From high-tech gadgets that will wow to classic toys that warm the heart, we’ve found the toys topping the wishlists of kids this year.
Check out our list below and discover the magic of giving the gift of play this Christmas. Also, be sure to scroll right to the end for a round-up on this year’s hottest toy trends and Amazon’s list of 100 top toys.
The best toys for Christmas 2024
Bluey 3-in-1 Transforming Plane Playset
from $99 at Target
This set easily transforms from a plane into a resort or a boat. It opens up into a two-level oceanfront resort that sleeps four.
Included are two exclusive figures – Bluey in her pilot hat and sunglasses, and Bingo in her sunnies. With over 25 sounds and phrases from the show and 15 play pieces, it’s packed with fun!
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Little Live Pets – My Baby Monkey
from $48 (usually $60) at Big W
This adorable interactive monkey acts just like a real baby, with over 50 sounds and reactions. Mango’s expressive mouth moves as he sucks his thumb and drinks from his bottle. He loves to be nurtured and reacts to touch – tickle him, and he’ll giggle.
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LEGO Wicked Welcome to Emerald City 75684
from $145 at Big W
Wicked fans will love this Wicked LEGO set! Kids can recreate an iconic scene with this 3-story tower, featuring mini-dolls of Glinda, Elphaba, The Wizard, Madame Morrible, and Fiyero. Explore Emerald City’s shops, meet The Wizard in the map room, and discover fun film details like the Grimmerie and toffee apple tree.
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Mr Beast Lab Swarms S1 Lab 5 Pack
from $19.99 at Toy Mate
Each pack includes 5 MrBeast Lab Swarms, featuring the Special Edition Hard Head Panther and an ultra-rare Panther. Conduct the ultimate experiment—just add water, shake the test tube, and reveal 2 out of the 5 Swarms, each 1 inch (2.5 cm) tall. With over 100 to collect, hunt for the Limited Edition Hyperchrome Panther (only 1,000 available).
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Gabby’s Dollhouse Purrfect Dollhouse Celebration
from $79 (was $129.99) at Amazon AU
This set easily transforms from a plane into a resort or a boat. It opens up into a two-level oceanfront resort that sleeps four.
Included are two exclusive figures – Bluey in her pilot hat and sunglasses, and Bingo in her sunnies. With over 25 sounds and phrases from the show and 15 play pieces, it’s packed with fun!
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Kinder Surprise Milk Chocolate Egg With Natoons Toy 3 Pack
from $6 at Woolworths
Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer or affordable gift that kids will adore? Meet the new Kinder Surprise Natoons Cubs Collection.
This playful range encourages parents and kids to explore the wonders of the animal kingdom through learning and play. Each iconic Kinder Surprise egg hides one of 16 adorable animal cub toys.
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- $6 per 3 pack at Woolworths
Cookeez Makery Freezy Cakez Playset
from $59 (usually $70) at Big W
Cookeez Makery brings magic to life as kids create their own surprise plush. Just mix the ingredients, shape the dough into a cake with the mould and tools, and add the “ice cream” for a fun twist. Pop the cake in the fridge, and it comes out as a shivering, deliciously scented plush friend. Choose from 3 Freezy Cakez to make: Strawberry Unicake, Minty Polar Bear, or Tiger Berry Ripple. Each plush reacts with sounds and movements, making it a fun, interactive treat.
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Legends of Akedo Ninja Fury Ninja Star Battle Arena
from $55 at Big W
Cookeez Makery brings magic to life as kids create their own surprise plush. Just mix the ingredients, shape the dough into a cake with the mould and tools, and add the “ice cream” for a fun twist. Pop the cake in the fridge, and it comes out as a shivering, deliciously scented plush friend. Choose from 3 Freezy Cakez to make: Strawberry Unicake, Minty Polar Bear, or Tiger Berry Ripple. Each plush reacts with sounds and movements, making it a fun, interactive treat.
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- $55 at Big W
- $52.37 (usually $58) at Amazon AU
- $59.99 at Casey’s Toys
Despicable Me 4 Ultimate Fart Blaster
RRP $49 at Target
When you’re a kid, is there anything funnier than a fart? This toy blasts real fog fart rings that float up to 1.8m, plays over 15 hilarious sounds, and even emits scents for added fun. It comes with two scented Fart Formulas to load into the Blaster – kids won’t want to stop until they’ve heard every sound!
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Magic Mixies Mirror
from $89 (usually $120) at Amazon AU
Awaken the Magic Mirror to reveal the Magic Mixies Pixie Supreme fashion doll. With over 50 lights and sounds, the mirror brings 5 minutes of interactive magic for kids. The 25.4cm posable doll, Luna, comes with 9 points of articulation and 5 fashion accessories, plus a special stand for styling and display. Kids can also enjoy “fortune mode” on the mirror, asking questions to reveal their future.
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Block Party
from $29 at Target
A block-building, guessing game. Like if Pictionary had been invented by Bob the Builder, Block Party is a family-friendly party game where instead of drawing things for people to guess, you build them using colourful, wooden blocks. Simply choose one of the secret objects written on your card and grab some blocks. If another player guesses what you’ve made, you both get points.
If you can be the best builder and complete that round’s big challenge, you’ll also collect a highly-prized bonus point just the thing to get your playing piece racing around the score track.
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Care Bears Cheekies Sitting Plush – Assorted*
RRP $19 at Target
Meet the newest member of the Care Bears family: Care Bear Cheekies! These irresistibly cute pals are here to bring endless joy and cuddles. With their ultra-soft, huggable fur, they’re perfect for collectors of all ages. Snuggle up with these adorable Cheekies and let a little Care Bears magic brighten your day.
Assortment includes: Grumpy Bear, Togetherness Bear and Cheer Bear Product
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- $19 at Target
Cra-Z-Slimy Blendz
from $20 at Big W
The Cra-Z-Art Blendz pre-made slime set combines the sparkle of sequins and texture of foam and clear beads, with 12 cans of pre-made slime in a rainbow of colours. The very best thing about this kit is that you get to create your very own wonderful slime creations. Don’t just imagine what you can make, realise it with this Slimy Blendz set.
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- $20 at Big W
- $24.99 at Casey’s Toys
Disney Princess Holiday 4-Piece Plush Doll Set
RRP $104.90 at Disney Store
Ariel, Tiana, Rapunzel, and Belle are here with hugs for yThis set of four soft plush dolls has beautiful embroidered details, shimmering gowns, capes with faux fur, and even winter gloves.
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- $104.90 at Disney Store
Lovevery The Music Set
from $225 at Lovevery
Introduce little ones to the joy of music with the Lovevery Music Set! Featuring real instruments, a working metronome, a music book, and song cards, this set makes music easy and fun for kids ages 18 months to 4 years.
They can match notes by colour or letter and explore 5-note tunes with the pentatonic scale. The set includes 6 instruments and a Rhythm & Songs Book to inspire their own music-making. A stage-based Play Guide also provides learning steps for every age.
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- $225 at Lovevery
Aerobie Super Sonic Fin Catch Football Toy
from $15 at Big W
The Super Sonic Fin Catch features a unique hollow gyroscopic design that propels the football to incredible heights and maximum distances through the air. Thanks to its soft foam tail and fin, catching this aerodynamic wonder is a breeze.
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Hatchimals Alive! Hungry Hatchimals Nursery Pack
from $12 (usually $19.99) at Target
When you show love to your adorable Hatchimals, something magical happens – they come to life when you feed them! Each pack has two eggs that hatch into cute Hatchimals Alive characters when you add water. Plus, you can have pretend play mealtime fun and take care of your new friends with a bottle, two dummies, and a highchair with a rainbow cloud theme included. It’s a whole world of cuteness waiting to happen!
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Moana Disney’s Once Upon a Story Mini Doll Playset
RRP $44.90 at Disney Store
Set sail on an adventure with this poseable Moana doll, complete with her lovable sidekick Pua, a raft, and fun accessories! Moana wears her signature print outfit, a lei headband, and the Heart of Te Fiti necklace. The set includes a food plate, grass skirt, and leaf-wrapped gift, all stored neatly in a sturdy clear-window carry case with a glittering handle and snap closure.
Perfect for on-the-go play, this set is inspired by Disney’s Moana and is part of the Once Upon a Story Collection!
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- $44.90 at Disney Store
VTech Scooter Time Bluey
from $59.99 Dollar Bucks at Myer
Explore with Bluey as she scoots around moving her tail, talking and avoiding obstacles on her scooter with Scooter Time Bluey. Two smart sensors recognise obstacles and change Bluey’s directions. Watch along with Bluey in Free Play Mode; listen carefully and follow Bluey’s moves and sounds in Follow Me Mode; or dance along as Bluey moves to music from the show in Show Time Mode.
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- $59.99 Dollar Bucks at Myer
Cool Maker PopStyle Bracelet Maker
RRP $29 at Big W
Make bracelets like never before! This innovative kit allows children to create unique bracelets effortlessly, with no knots, clasps, or cuts. With 170 gorgeous beads to choose from, kids can express themselves in style. The best part? You can create and recreate up to 10 bracelets by swapping out beads, ensuring endless creative possibilities.
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- $29 at Big W
Supercross 1:10 Scale Die Cast Collector Motorcycle
from $25 at Big W
Feel the adrenaline with the all-new, official 1:10 scale die-cast Supercross motorcycles! These authentic racing replicas are highly detailed and look just like the powerful bikes the top pro riders use! Featuring realistic details and graphics, working rear suspension and metal die-cast motors, the 1:10 scale Supercross dirt bikes bring the action and excitement you’ve seen in live events into your home with these hot toys.
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- $25 at Big W
Etch-A-Sketch Sustainable Pocket
from $10 at Big W
Draw for a greener tomorrow with. Made with 76% recycled plastic, this iconic toy has been a source of creativity for over 60 years. The pocket-sized version offers the same magic screen drawing experience on-the-go. No batteries, charging, or cords are needed; it’s powered entirely by a child’s imagination. Perfect for children aged 3 and above.
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- $10 at Big W
Shimmer ‘N Sparkle Window Art
from $30 at Big W
Make your own cool Suncatchers and Window Stickers with our Shimmer ‘N Sparkle Window Art kit. Make 27 window art designs with warm-to- cool colour-changing designs Paint It! Peel It! Stick It! Personalise and brighten up your room or make beautiful gifts for your friends and family.
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- $30 at Big W
BumBumz Plush Assortment
from $14.99 at Myer
Once you pick them up, you cant put these beanbag cuties down. BumBumz are as unique and diverse as the people who collect them. Look out for more unique BumBumz series and characters to come! Made with soft fabric and great for sensory play, you’ll want to collect them all!
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- $14.99 at Myer
Carnival Guitar
from $49.99 at The Iconic
Bello’s Carnival Guitar offers a cute introduction to the joy of music. Your little musician can strum a lullaby or rock out in style with this quality wooden toy. Made from durable and chew-friendly materials, it comes with a lifetime guarantee.
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- $49.99 at The Iconic
Soggy Doggy
from $25 (usually $32.99) at Amazon AU
Soggy Doggy is the showering, shaking, wet doggy game from Spin Master Games. Race around the board and take turns giving Soggy Doggy a bath. But watch out – he loves to shake himself dry! Get soaked and you’re sent back to start. Make it around the bathtub and you win! Soggy Doggy is the action-packed, suspense-filled kids board game for ages 4-8 of bath time fun.
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- $25 (usually $32.99) at Amazon AU
Bashful Bunny Blush Medium
from $59.95 at The Iconic
Jellycat Bashful Blush Bunny loves to snuggle, and her super soft peachy fur makes her the perfect cuddle buddy! This lop-eared lovely will make a wonderful addition to bedtimes and adventure times all over the world.
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- $59.95 at The Iconic
LEGO Super Heroes DC Batwing: Batman vs. The Joker 76265
from $49 at Big W
Kids join Batman and The Joker for battles on and above the streets of GOTHAM CITY. The authentically detailed Batwing features 2 stud launchers and a cockpit for the Batman minifigure. A storage compartment behind the cockpit holds Batman’s Batarangs and handcuffs. The model has an indentation on the underside that allows it to be hung on the wall when not in action. For added digital fun, builders can zoom in, rotate sets in 3D and track their progress using the fun, intuitive LEGO Builder app.
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- $49 at Big W
Shimmer ‘N Sparkle Diamond Art
from $30 at Big W
Brighten up your style game with the Shimmer ’N Sparkle Sparkling Diamond Art Jewellery kit. Crafted with precision, each piece of jewellery in this set exhibits an unmatched shine and lustre that will surely make you stand out. Available
in a plethora of intricate designs, these jewellery pieces are perfect to jazz up your everyday look or add sparkle on special occasions.
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- $30 at Big W
Bitzee™ 3D Interactive Digital Pet
from $45.85 at Amazon AU
Once their purple pod is opened, Bitzee pets come to life with an innovative, full colour 3D display that you can touch, feel, and interact with, offering an all new play experience.
Bitzee starts as an 8-bit baby character. Just like a real pet, Bitzee needs love and care to help it grow. Virtual interactions allow you to feed them, rock them to sleep and clean up after them too. They will respond to your tilts, swipes, and shakes with adorable sounds and reactions.
Each Bitzee evolves from baby, to adult, to a super Bitzee.
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- $45.85 at Amazon AU
Super Mario Bros. Wonder on Nintendo Switch
from $65 (usually $69) at Big W
Classic Mario gameplay is turned on its head with Wonder Flowers in the new Super Mario Bros. Wonder game! These game-changing items can make some wonderfully weird stuff happen – witness pipes coming alive, wreak havoc as a giant Spike-Ball, and lots more! Gamers can choose from familiar characters including Mario, Luigi, Peach, Daisy, Yoshi and Toad.
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- $65 (usually $69) at Big W
Kinetic Sand Box Set
from $29 at Big W
The One and Only Kinetic Sand! It’s the squeezable sensory sand where you can FEEL the fun. You’ve seen play sand before, but you’ve never felt anything like this! Pack it, pull it, shape it and love it. Kinetic Sand is such a cool sand you can’t put it down. It’s kinetic, meaning it sticks to itself and not to you allowing you to shape and mold create impressive pieces of art with great detail! It’s unique formula makes it soft and stetchy, great to touch and play while delivering non-stop fun.
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- $29 at Big W
My First Tool Box
from $79.99 at The Iconic
Become a builder extraordinaire with your very own 24 piece tool set, designed for small hands with big ideas. Comes in a solid wood carry case for easy storage, and a lifetime guarantee.
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- $79.99 at The Iconic
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Nintendo Switch
from $65 (usually $69) at Big W
Hit the road with the definitive version of Mario Kart 8 and play anytime, anywhere! Race your friends or battle them in a revised battle mode on new and returning battle courses. Play locally in up to 4-player multiplayer in 1080p while playing in TV Mode. Every track from the Wii U version, including DLC, makes a glorious return. Plus, the Inklings appear as all-new guest characters, along with returning favourites, such as King Boo, Dry Bones, and Bowser Jr.!
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- $65 (usually $69) at Big W
Furby
from $79 at Amazon AU
This interactive little creature has 5 voice activated modes and over 600 phrases, jokes, songs, and so much more to discover. Tell Furby what you want to do with these 5 commands: Dance Party, Copy Cat, Tell My Fortune, Let’s Chill, and Lightshow. Furby also responds to hugs, pats on the head, shaking, and feeding its pretend pizza charm (or your finger – yum). The more they play, the more fun they can unlock!
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- $79 at Amazon AU
MAGNA-TILES – Downhill Duo – 40 Piece Set
from $143.95 at Amazon AU
These unique, sturdy, and versatile pieces help children discover multiple building options.
Construct a thrilling mega-ramp, create competition with a side-by-side race or simply cruise along rolling hills.
Included Figures feature magnets in the head, feet and arms, and are fully compatible with classic MAGNA-TILES® Squares, Rectangles and Triangles.
The kid-powered Dashers are specially designed to ride smoothly along the Ramps and Roads for frustration-free play.
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- $143.95 at Amazon AU
Nintendo Switch (OLED model)
from $499 at Big W
The OLED model has a similar overall size to the Nintendo Switch console, but with a larger, vibrant 7-inch OLED screen with vivid colours and high contrast. Nintendo Switch (OLED model) also features a wide adjustable stand for tabletop mode, a new dock with a wired LAN port for stable online play, 64GB of internal storage, and onboard speakers with enhanced audio for handheld and tabletop play. Just like Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch (OLED model) allows users to play on the TV and share the detachable Joy-Con controllers for out-of-the-box multiplayer fun.
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- $499 at Big W
Cry Babies Bella’s Morning Routine
from $59 (usually $69) at Target
Cry Babies Bella’s Morning Routine is all about getting ready for a fun day. Bella interacts with her toothbrush, comb, and spoon, clapping after each task and dancing when she’s all done. With six accessories – including a dress, spoon, toothpaste, toothbrush, towel, and comb – she makes 25 sounds and reactions. Her eyes even light up with little hearts when she cries! Perfect for kids ages 3 and up who love caring for dolls.
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- $59 (usually $69) at Target
Hey Doodle Mats123 Jingle Bells
from $34.99 at The Iconic
Get ready for festive fun with Hey Doodle’s Christmas-themed colour and wipe clean mat! These A3 reusable mats are made from premium-grade silicone, so kids can colour, wipe clean, and reuse them endlessly.
Perfect for the Christmas countdown, this mat allows kids to colour and search for festive surprises! Each mat comes with nine non-toxic markers and a handy carry pouch for on-the-go creativity.
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- $34.99 at The Iconic
Baby Paws Love & Care Labradoodle – Interactive Puppy
from $59 at Big W
Baby Paws Love & Care Labradoodle is the perfect interactive puppy. This adorable pup responds to all your actions. Play games like toss and catch or feed them with the bottle, then gently pat their back for a little burp.
When it’s naptime, cradle them and watch as their tummy moves while they “breathe” – it’s so lifelike. With over 15 sounds and reactions, this fluffy friend feels extra real.
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- $59 at Big W
Squishmallows Take 4
from $29.99 at Myer
The Squishmallows Squad gets competitive in this quick-thinking card game. In each round, four cards are placed face-up in the centre of the group. Grow your squad as fast as possible by collecting four different Squishmallows Squad Cards. Be the first to build a full Squishmallows Squad to win!
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- $29.99 at Myer
Glide and Slide – Kids Balance Bike
from $135.99 (usually $179.99) at The Iconic
Teach your little one how to develop balance and motor skills with the UNIT Glide and Slide Kids Balance Bike. Recommended for 24 months up, this awesome bike has 12″ alloy wheels with inflatable tyres, adjustable handlebars and padded seat.
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- $135.99 (usually $179.99) at The Iconic
Paddington Bear with Blue Coat and Suitcase
from $89.99 at The Iconic
The Paddington Bear with Blue Coat and Suitcase is a 34cm plush bear wearing a trademark blue duffle coat, red hat, and wellington boots. With a brown suitcase and a luggage tag reading ‘Please look after this bear, THANK YOU,’ this iconic Paddington Bear is the perfect gift for any fan.
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- $89.99 at The Iconic
Top toy trends for 2024
Amazon Australia and The Starlight Foundation have revealed the hottest toy trends for the 2024 holiday season, with the help of its newest official toy-testers, the Amazon Playmakers.
The Playmakers are children linked to Starlight’s programs, who have been sent a selection of the Amazon’s top 100 toys to test and review.
This year’s six hottest toy trends
- Going for Gold: following a mammoth year forsports in 2024, our next generation of athletes will find toys to start the training early in the backyard such as soccer kits and roller skates
- Top Toys for under $25: with cost-of-living pressures hitting hard, many Aussies are looking for value over the holiday period, these are a collection of toys that are sure to please without breaking the budget including LEGO and Littlest Pet Shop
- Animated Icons: the stars of the big and small screens continue to be popular with a healthy representation on the list from Bluey, Spider-Man and Disney
- Sharing is Caring: toys and games designed for group fun sharing are popular choices for the holidays including Hot Wheels and an Exploding Kittens card game
- Edu-Play: brain boosting toys for kids such as Play-Doh and VTech toys
- Quiet Time: toys that just require kids’ brilliant imaginations, perfect for at home or when travelling including Hatchimals and Melissa and Doug designed to keep the kids quietly entertained.
