Santa’s hit list! The best toys for Christmas

Pour Palz XL Bear – Assorted

from $25 at Kmart

This oversized DIY bear allows kids (and let’s be honest… parents too) to go wild with paint pouring, marbling and swirling.

It’s perfect for older kids, tweens, teens and anyone who loves a fun, hands-on project. Just grab your paints, start pouring and tilt the bear around to see the colours mix and do their thing.

It’s screen-free, super satisfying and the end result is always a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Available at:

• $25 at Kmart
• $25 at Target

Mini Digital Camera – White

from $29 at Kmart

This fun, kid-friendly gadget will turn everyday moments into mini photo adventures. Compact enough to fit in little hands (and Christmas stockings!), it measures just 4.24cm long, 2.92cm high and 2.85cm wide, with a 2.43cm display for instant previews. Kids will love snapping holiday selfies, pet pics and silly sibling shots, and it comes with all the essentials: a memory card, lanyard, keychain and charge cable.

Available at:

• $29 at Kmart

Hello Kitty and Friends Stationery Set

from $25 at Kmart

The perfect little bundle for creative Hello Kitty fans. The set includes an eraser, two pencils, three fun stamps, two puffy sticker sheets with 40+ stickers, a journal, a novelty pen, a pencil case with six adorable charms and a six-colour ballpoint pen.

Available at:

• $29 at Kmart

Maisto F1 RC 1:10 Ferrari Car

from $99 at Kmart

Rev up Christmas morning with the Maisto F1 RC 1:10 Ferrari Car, a fast, high-energy remote-control racer. This car is officially licensed and packed with authentic SF-23 details, right down to the realistic engine sounds. The 2.4GHz control system gives kids a solid 35m range, while the pistol-style controller and simple push-button controls make it easy to handle straight out of the box. With a built-in rechargeable lithium battery included and a sturdy 2.4kg build, it’s made for high-speed fun.

Available at:

• $99 at Kmart

Kiguzoomies – Zodiac Pals Premium Blind Box (Single Box)

from $20 at EB Games

Funko has just dropped its latest collectible must-have, the Kiguzoomies Premium Blind Box.

These adorable animal pals are throwing a pyjama party, each decked out to match a Chinese zodiac sign.

The 12-pack assortment features a range of mystery characters, including fan favourites like Cami as Ox, Spice as Dragon, and Penny as Rat. Plus, there’s a 1 in 36 chance to score the secret chase figure.

Available at:

• $20 at EB Games
• $19.99 at Popcultcha

Aerthlings Mystery Box Single Pack – Assorted*

from $10 at Big W

ÆRTHLINGS is a fun, safe and family-friendly first step into gaming, perfect for kids aged 10+ who love Minecraft or anything creative and world-building. Each mystery box comes with one collectible ÆRTHLINGS figure from the 24-character GENESIS Collection, complete with a built-in NFC tag so kids can scan it and “hatch” their character inside the free mobile game on iOS or Android. Every figure comes with a mini lanyard for clipping onto backpacks, plus a Collector’s Guide to track rarity and favourites. As kids play, their ÆRTHLING can evolve and power up, unlocking new abilities and strategy in both the toy and the game. It’s more than just a collectible — it’s a whole imaginative world wrapped up in one little mystery box.

Available at:

• $10 at Big W
• $10 at Kmart
• $9.99 at Toymate

Peppa Pig Peppa’s Big Family House Playset 

from $89 at Amazon

Bring the world of Peppa Pig to life with this 80cm cm playset. Turn the key to unlock endless adventures across two floors and seven rooms, including Peppa, George, and Baby Evie’s bedrooms, plus a bathroom, kitchen, living room, and even a garage with a lift-up door. With 11 accessories and a sticker sheet for decorating, kids can make the house their own. And for the newest little piggy, Baby Evie, there’s a rocking cradle that turns into a crib, a moving baby bouncer, and a high chair.

Available at:

• $89 at Amazon

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!

Available at:

• $99 at Target

Little Live Pets – My Baby Monkey

from $52.12 (was $59) at Amazon

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.

Available at:

• $59 at Amazon AU
• $59 at Target

LEGO Wicked Welcome to Emerald City 75684

from $169.99 at LEGO

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.

Available at:

• $169.99 at LEGO

Gabby’s Dollhouse Purrfect Dollhouse Celebration

from $79 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!

Available at:

• $79 at Amazon AU

Cookeez Makery Freezy Cakez Playset

from $49 (usually $70) at Amazon

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.

Available at:

• $49 (usually $70) at Amazon

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

Available at:

• $19 at Target

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.

Available at:

• $225 at Lovevery

VTech Scooter Time Bluey

from $41.99 for Myer One or $47.99 (was $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.

Available at:

• $41.99 for Myer One or $47.99 (was $59.99) Dollar Bucks at Myer

MAGNA-TILES – Downhill Duo – 40 Piece Set

from $109 at Amazon

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.

Available at:

• $109 at Amazon