15 Years of Helping Families Love Perth
What started as two mums looking for their tribe became Western Australia's biggest and most trusted family community. Welcome to Buggybuddys.
Born From a Simple Need to Connect
Buggybuddys is the No.1 online guide and community for families in Perth, supporting families from the early years right through to the teenage years (ages 0-18). It all began with two mums who knew exactly how it felt to start over in a new city.
Est. 2011
From New Arrivals to Perth's Family Authority
Launched in July 2011, Buggybuddys quickly became the go-to resource for West Australian parents. From Perth's largest family events calendar to honest, parent-written reviews of local parks, cafés, restaurants and attractions: everything families need to make the most of this beautiful city is right here.
But we're so much more than a directory. Buggybuddys is a living community. We showcase community events (from school fêtes to weekend markets), and we keep our advertising affordable so that every business, no matter how small, can be part of what we've built together.
Over 15 years, countless families have grown up with Buggybuddys as their guide: from first playgroup visits to school holiday adventures, from finding the perfect birthday party venue to discovering hidden-gem nature trails. We've been there for every stage of the journey.
A Generation of Families, One Community
For over 15 years, Buggybuddys has been a trusted companion for Perth families, growing alongside the children, parents and communities we serve.
First Steps Together
New parents have relied on us to find playgroups, baby-friendly cafés and first-time-out adventures since 2011.
School Years & Beyond
From school holiday guides to after-school activities, we've been the planning partner families trust year after year.
Perth's Playground Experts
Our parent-written park and playground reviews are the most comprehensive in WA: real families reviewing real places.
Parties & Celebrations
Thousands of Perth parents have planned unforgettable birthdays using our curated party venue and entertainer listings.
Community First, Always
Free event listings, affordable advertising and a genuine desire to connect people: community is at our core.
Multi-Platform Presence
Website, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, email newsletters: we meet families wherever they are.
Meet Jennie & Lorraine
Two mums with big ideas, bigger hearts, and a shared mission to make Perth feel like home for every family.
Jennie McNichol & Lorraine Swart
Jennie and Lorraine both brought impressive backgrounds in PR, television and marketing when they independently migrated from England to Perth with their young families. They met in February 2011: two mums starting from scratch in a brand-new city, without the close networks of friends and family they'd left behind.
That shared experience (the excitement of a new beginning mixed with the challenge of building a community from zero) sparked an idea. They'd met dozens of parents in the very same boat, all searching for connection, local knowledge and family-friendly things to do.
Five months later, Buggybuddys was born. What began as a passion project has grown at a phenomenal rate into Perth's most established and trusted family brand: a platform where real parents share real recommendations, and where the community spirit of those early days is stronger than ever.
Everything Perth Families Need in One Place
Our content is created by local Perth parents, for Perth parents, and packed with insider knowledge you won't find anywhere else.
Family Events Calendar
Perth's largest family events calendar, updated daily with free and paid events, school holiday activities, festivals and community happenings.
Honest Parent Reviews
Real reviews of parks, playgrounds, cafés, restaurants and attractions, written by Perth mums and dads who've actually been there with their kids.
Things To Do Guide
The ultimate directory of child-friendly activities, hidden gems, rainy-day ideas and weekend adventures across Western Australia.
School Holiday Hub
Comprehensive school holiday guides with curated activities, camps, workshops and day trips to keep kids (and parents!) happy every break.
Kids Party Planning
From venues to entertainers, themes to catering: everything you need to throw an unforgettable party without the stress.
Blog & Content Hub
A team of talented Perth parent bloggers creating fresh, relatable content on playgrounds, dining, travel, classes and multicultural family life.
The Numbers Behind 15 Years of Trust
These aren't just numbers; they're real Perth families who've made Buggybuddys part of their weekly routine.
Introducing Seniorocity
Because great communities don't have an age limit.
The Over 55's Guide to Perth
Building on the same community-first spirit that made Buggybuddys a household name, Seniorocity is Perth's first dedicated guide for the over-55 community. From cafés with senior specials to accessible venues, meetup groups to cultural events: Seniorocity empowers older West Australians to get out, try something new and connect with like-minded people.
Whether it's discovering a new museum exhibition, joining an art class, finding the best caravan park, or simply meeting a friend at a great café, Seniorocity is all about making the most of life in Perth. Members can even create their own interest groups, chat online and build genuine friendships.
Visit Seniorocity →
Ready to Be Part of the Buggybuddys Family?
Whether you're a Perth parent looking for your next adventure or a business wanting to reach WA's biggest family audience, we'd love to hear from you.
