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\"2014<\/a>The Australian Toy, hobby and nursery fair is taking place in Melbourne this week with the highlight being the annual Toy of the year awards. \u00a0With The Lego Movie coming to cinemas in April this year, associated toys are looking to be a big hit if the multiple awards are anything to go by. \u00a0 A full list of category winners can be found at http:\/\/austoy.com.au\/toy-fair\/2014-award-winners.<\/a><\/p>\n

At the event I caught up with the president of the Australian Toy association, David Handy. \u00a0He talks us through the winners list and toy trends for the year. \u00a0Press the play icon to listen.
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Toy of the Year<\/strong>
\nLego\u00ae THE LEGO MOVIE\u2122 Benny’s Spaceship, Spaceship, SPACESHIP! – LEGO Australia Pty Ltd<\/p>\n

Boys Toy of the Year<\/strong>
\nLEGO\u00ae THE LEGO MOVIE\u2122 Benny’s Spaceship, Spaceship, SPACESHIP! – LEGO Australia Pty Ltd<\/p>\n

Pre-School Toy of the Year
\n<\/strong>LEGO\u00ae DUPLO\u00ae Big Farm – LEGO Australia Pty Ltd<\/p>\n

Boys Licensed Product of the Year
\n<\/strong>LEGO\u00ae Star Wars\u2122 The Ghost\u2122 – Licensed By: LEGO Australia Pty Ltd; Licensor: Lucas Film<\/p>\n

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