"Repair & Share" A Lively Community Event Determined to Change Throwaway Consumer Culture

With “discard and replace” consumer culture at an all-time high, Repair Cafés are a movement in their own right, leading the way to a more sustainable reality. A reality where people come together to save their broken items from landfill (while saving money), and laddering up to a future state where products are more easily repairable and better-made to begin with.

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Sarah Bussey
A Journey of Growth & Value at Auckland Library of Tools

We’ve come a long way since we first opened our doors five years ago. Remember those early days? Our humble beginnings were marked by a small collection of essential tools and a cozy little space in Kingsland. We were thrilled to start providing access to a modest yet vital assortment of resources for the community.

Fast forward to today, and ALoT has blossomed into a vibrant, bustling hub of activity. Our location in Grey Lynn is now a spacious and welcoming place where you can find an impressive variety of tools to suit all your needs. From sanders to hedge trimmers and everything in between, we’ve got you covered with an ever-expanding collection that caters to both everyday tasks and ambitious DIY projects.

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November Newsletter

Our inventory is growing rapidly and our new(ish) corner of Hackland is already full to the brim! Luckily for us, our lawnmowers and gardening equipment are flying out the door. Amanda and Tom visited overseas Tool Libraries…

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Amanda Chapman