Dobsonian Telescope

Deluxe Item: $5 for two weeks

Calling all amateur astronomers! Do you want to explore the night sky? This telescope is perfect for people who want to view the planets, the Moon and deep-sky objects. For a galaxy of inspiration, have a look at our astronomy books and start observing today!

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Drawing Tablet

Deluxe Item: $5 for two weeks

Use MS Paint for a simple experience or download Krita for something more complex then sketch, paint, retouch and create with this tablet and pen for budding artists.

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GoPro 

Deluxe Item: $5 for two weeks

Take your filming to the next level with the GoPro Hero 9 camera. The GoPro also includes an attachable head mount and handle so you can get any shot imaginable! 

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Oculus Quest VR 

Deluxe Item: $5 for two weeks

New worlds await! Discover new adventures and master epic challenges with Meta Quest, the all-in-one system that truly sets you free to roam in VR with no wires or cables to limit your experience.

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Podcasting Studio

Deluxe Item: $5 for two weeks

Create great sounding podcasts more easily than ever with this podcasting studio. Containing all the tools you need to get recording straight away!

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Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

Deluxe Item: $5 for two weeks

Calling all astronomers! Do you want to explore the night sky? The Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT) is highly popular as it features a long focal length and focal ratio, which makes it a great choice for planetary/lunar viewing and imaging.

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SmallRig Content Creation Kit

Deluxe Item: $5 for two weeks

Create great looking content more easily than ever with this content creation set. Attach your phone to the SmallRig phone cage and its accessories and get creating straight away!

 

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Electronic Magnifier

Deluxe Item: $5 for two weeks 

Are you experiencing vision loss that is hindering your ability to partake in your favourite activities, such as reading and writing? Look no further than HumanWare's electronic magnifier, specifically tailored for individuals with visual impairment or low vision.

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Audio Recorder

$2.50 for two weeks

Ever wanted to start your own podcast? Or create the next top hit? Now you can with our Audio Recorder! 

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Blue-Bot

$2.50 for two weeks

Blue-Bot is a Bluetooth robot that lets you create a program on your device, which then sends it remotely to Blue-Bot to maneuver and move about. You can also use the buttons on top of Blue-Bot to create a program as well. 

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Botley the Coding Robot Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Children as young as 5 can learn to code with Botley. Use the remote programmer to program a sequence of steps and instructions to follow. Bright-eyed Botley has collision detection, looping commands, and a black line following mode. Plus – he’s 100% screen free! See a video of Botley in action.

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Chromebook 

$2.50 for two weeks

We now have Chromebooks available for loan for up to two weeks. 

Perfect for surfing the internet, playing games or completing work. The possibilities are endless! 

 

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Codey Rocky

$2.50 for two weeks

A versatile robot for early users to program using Scratch style blocks, or Python for more advanced learners. Features AI and loT functionality, obstacle detection, colour recognition, a screen to create dot matrix style animations or scrolling text and a simple button interface that can be used to code and play basic games.

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Cubetto Adventure Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

With the Cubetto Robot you control the journey! Unroll any of the story mats and program your own adventure. See a video of Cubetto in action.

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Cue Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Cue is an incredibly clever robot with a witty attitude that’s full of interactive surprises! Choose your favourite robot personality from four unique avatars, or try them all. Chat, control, create, and program your Cue robot with the Cue app. See a video of Cue in action.

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Dot & Dash Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Want to code and explore with two robot buddies? Don’t be shy, no matter your experience level Dot & Dash provide hours of educational programming fun through free downloadable apps! See a video of Dot & Dash in action.

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Makey Makey Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Calling all inventors! Ever played Mario on Play-Doh or Piano on Bananas? Use the Makey Makey kit and app to connect the world around you to your computer in exciting new ways. See a video of Makey Makey's endless possibilities, and get creating!

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Indi Robot

Speed into STEAM with Indi—the most approachable entry-level learning robot. Indi has an onboard colour sensor, where you can communicate instructions by placing colour tiles on the floor that tells it what to do and where to go (and how fast!).

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Microscope Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

See the world up close through the lens of this easy-to-use microscope. Take the time to look closer and who knows what you will discover!

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Mini Dobsonian Telescope

$2.50 for two weeks

Are you a budding astronomer? Do you want to explore the night sky? See craters on the moon? See the colours of Jupiter? Then this kit is for you! The Mini Dobsonian is a great no-frills telescope suitable for beginners, so start observing today.

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Projector Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Turn your living room into an immersive home cinema with our projector kit. Whether you’re hooking up a gaming console, watching the rugby, entertaining the kids, presenting a business pitch, or putting on a slideshow from your family holiday via USB, this Full HD Projector seamlessly lets you connect all your favourite media.

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Robot Mouse Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Have hours of fun with Colby the programmable robot mouse! Build your maze, use the coding cards to create a step-by-step path, programme the sequence of steps, and then watch as he races to find the cheese! See a video of Colby in action.

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Snap Circuits Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Snap Circuits make learning electronics easy and fun! Just follow the colourful pictures in the manual and build exciting projects such as alarms, radios, flying saucers, doorbells, and much more. All parts are mounted on plastic modules and snap together with ease. Enjoy hours of educational fun while learning about electronics. See a video on how Snap Circuits work.

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Sphero

$2.50 for two weeks

Want to make friends with a robot buddy and explore the world together? Together you can swim across water, create a painting, explore the solar system and so much more! With Sphero you can learn to code, complete activities and create with your new friend. The only limit is your imagination!

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Virtual Reality Headset Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Take a trip through virtual reality! Fly through space, nature watch, or visit the wonders of the world with just an app, your smartphone and this headset.

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Zoomy Microscope Kit

$2.50 for two weeks

Do you have an enquiring mind? Do you love hands-on investigation? Use the hand-held Zoomy Microscope to upload magnified images and videos to your computer to explore items in full-screen detail. See the world close-up and everyday items will never look the same again! See a video on what Zoomy can do.

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mBot

$2.50 for two weeks

mBot is an all-in-one solution to enjoy the hands-on experience of programming, electronics, and robotics. Working with mBlock, connecting with computers or smart devices via Bluetooth mBot provides infinite possibilities for you to learn STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).

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Library of Things Terms and Conditions

Hamilton City Library’s Membership terms and conditions apply when you borrow an item from The Library of Things - He Kohikohinga Taonga Collection. These are available from the issue desk. When you borrow these items, you are responsible for:

  • Returning it by the due date, clean and in the same condition as when you borrowed it; and
  • Any loss, theft or damage that occurs to the item while it is on loan to you (ask at the issue desk for a price list of the items included); and
  • Reading and following any instructions included with the item; and
  • Using items in a safe and proper manner, and only for the purposes for which it is intended and/or as set out in the instructions. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hamilton City Libraries assumes no responsibility or liability for any injuries, damage to self, others, or property as a result of any use or reliance on the item you have borrowed. Nothing in this disclaimer is intended to limit your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.

If you discover a fault with the item or if it is damaged, please stop using it immediately and return it to your nearest Hamilton City Library.