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HELLO HASBRO
Hasbro expands beyond toy and games into an entertainment leader. Imogen Bailey reports on the business' evolution and what's ahead in 2020.
Regulars
10 Editorial
12 News
14 Licensing News
News
90 YEARS STRONG
The Zimbler business has been in operation for 90 years. Interested to know what makes this business tick, Imogen Bailey spoke to Zimbler managing director Jonathan Zimbler to find out more.
TREND UPDATE
Toy & Hobby Retailer has sourced the most up-to-date information, including exclusive interviews with buyers from Big W, Catch and Kidstuff to keep you in-the-know about what’s coming in 2020.
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ATA announces Bushfire Appeal
Toy businesses come together to donate to Sydney Children’s Hospital Big Balloon and Ty donate profits
to WIRES
Black Friday delivers strong
results for retailers
COVER: Hasbro
has evolved from a traditional toy and game company to
a global play and entertainment leader, developing its storytelling capabilities through investments and partnerships. Read more about its evolution on page 18.
OUTLIVING: ONE TO WATCH
Outliving is cementing itself as a meaningful toy supplier
in Australia. Spearheading this strategy is the iconic FAO Schwarz brand and new leadership from Mark Zimmermann. Imogen Bailey reports.
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SHINE BRIGHT - ATA RISING STAR FINALISTS
Toy & Hobby Retailer is proud to present the finalists for the ATA’s Rising Star award. Flip to page 30 to see who they are!
ROLL UP! ROLL UP! IT’S THE TOY FAIR PREVIEW
Toy & Hobby Retailer presents the annual bumper Toy Hobby
& Licensing Fair preview. In this section you will find a list of exhibitors and stand numbers, an exhibition floorplan and a detailed roundup of many of the top products being showcased by leading toy and hobby industry suppliers.
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