Best Playgrounds for Flying Fox Fun in Perth All kids love a flying fox! And secretly, so do the...
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The Best Chocolate Cafes in Perth and South West WA
Amanda Carlin, , Eating out with Kids, Listicle, 0In Perth and WA, weโre spoiled for choice with the best chocolate cafes and factories! Many offer handmade chocolates,...
Kids love a vibrant story book! Even with kindles and technology, you canโt beat the feeling of a lift-the-flap...
The dream playdate combo is pretty simple, goof coffee, a sweet treat, a big patch of grass and a...
Family-Friendly Things To Do in Augusta
Amanda Carlin, , Augusta, Beaches, Listicle, Places to visit in WA, 0Perched on the edge of Southwest WA, where the Indian and Southern Oceans collide, Augusta is an old school,...
If youโve ever found yourself with a bit of time to kill around Matagarup Bridge (or youโre waiting on...
Western Australia is choc full of charming country bakeries. Whether you’re planning a family road trip or looking for...
Wirin Cafรฉ is found at the entrance to The Pavillion at the historic WACA Ground in East Perth. We...
The Best Southwest WA Beaches for Kids
Amanda Carlin, , Augusta, Beaches, Bunbury & Busselton, Listicle, Margaret River, 0The Best Southwest WA Beaches for Kids There is something extra special about a southwest WA beach day, the...
One of my favourite beach memories, as a child in the 1990s, was at Hamelin Bay. Camping under the...
Perth, being a sunny city, has a huge selection of water slides at many different venues including theme parks,...
The Pavilion at the WACA Ground, East Perth
Amanda Carlin, , Places to visit in Perth, Tweens & Teens, Water Fun, 0The Pavilion at the WACA Ground is Perthโs newest water wonderland and fitness hub. This summer hangout option is...
Joondalup Resort is a special spot in Perth’s northern suburbs – I’ve celebrated many a friend’s wedding there, as...
Family-Friendly Things to do in Rockingham
Amanda Carlin, , Listicle, WA Beaches, Walks and Picnic Spots, 0Looking for an action-packed day out with the kids? Think you’ve done it all? Freo, Hillarys, Mandurah etc… think...
Thereโs nothing like enjoying gelato on a hot sunny day, furiously licking the ice cream before it starts melting down your arm!...
In Augusta with the fam? You’ll want to visit the local bakery! If you’re on the lookout for a...
Family Friendly Breweries in Perth and the Swan Valley
Amanda Carlin, , Eating out with Kids, Fremantle, Listicle, Perth City, Swan Valley, 1Whether youโre planning a relaxed long lunch in the Swan Valley or grabbing an easy bite in the city,...
Dรดme Cafes are a firm favourite with Perth families, and itโs easy to see why. With reliable coffee, generous...
Love a family meal with a view? Set right by the water at Mindarie Marina, The Boat is a...
National Parks and Regional Parks in Perth
Amanda Carlin, , Listicle, Places to visit in Perth, Walks and Picnic Spots, 1Perth is packed with beautiful national and regional parks that make it easy for families to swap screen time...
Kid-Friendly Guide to Kalamunda and the Bickley Valley
Amanda Carlin, , Listicle, Perth Hills, Places to visit in Perth, 3Looking for an easy day trip that feels like a mini-holiday without leaving Perth? Kalamunda and the Bickley Valley...
With its sparkling foreshore, epic Playgrounds and endless ocean views, Scarborough is one of Perthโs most familyโfriendly beachside spots....
Ready to swap screens for singletrack? Perth is packed with fun mountain bike spots where kids, tweens, and teens...
Best Things to do in Mandurah, Western Australia
Amanda Carlin, , Attractions, Listicle, Mandurah, Places to visit in Perth, 0Mandurah has grown into one of WAโs most exciting coastal escapes for families. Just an hour south of Perth,...
If your kids are ready to level up from the local slide and swings, Perthโs southern suburbs are packed...
If youโre looking for a great spot to set up base for a day in Augusta, the Hardy Inlet...
You canโt visit Augusta without a trip to the famous Augusta Bakery. Keep your eyes peeled for the cute blue...
Just a stoneโs throw from the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse (about 400m north) is the Waterwheel, and itโs such a...
Beverley is a West Aussie country town in the Avon Valley where art meets history. It’s a surprising town,...
Coode Street Jetty is a brilliant starting point for a family-friendly river walk along the South Perth foreshore. Tucked...
Best Things To Do in Margaret River with Kids
Amanda Carlin, , Family Holidays, Listicle, Margaret River, Places to visit in WA, 0Margaret River is a popular West Aussie destination for families who love nature, adventure, and of course, excellent food...
If you’re cruising through Margaret River town with hungry kids and adults, Normal Van is a tasty option. Found...
Flinders Bay is the ultimate Augusta spot for a relaxed beach day. This picturesque little bay is a local...
Discover Deadly, Carbunup River
Amanda Carlin, , Attractions, Margaret River, Places to visit in WA, 0Discover Deadly, found just south of Vasse, is a great place to visit in the Margaret River region with...
Grannyโs Pool, Augusta
Amanda Carlin, , Augusta, Beaches, Places to visit in WA, Walks and Picnic Spots, Water Fun, 0If youโre exploring Augusta with kids in tow, Grannyโs Pool is the ultimate spot for a relaxed beach day...
Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, Augusta
Amanda Carlin, , Attractions, Augusta, Family Holidays, Margaret River, Places to visit in WA, 0It’s next stop Antarctica, at Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, perched on the most south-westerly tip of Australia. Cape Leeuwin is...
A day in the Perth Hills feels extra special with a visit to Core Cider House in Pickering Brook....
When you are celebrating your childโs first double-digit birthday, suddenly the trusty go-to party ideas are branded as โbabyishโ....
Zanthorrea Nursery in Maida Vale is much more than a place to pick up a few plants โ itโs...
Perthโs Best Leisure Centres and Indoor Swimming Pools NOR
Amanda Carlin, , Listicle, Water Fun, 0Looking for a fun, budgetโfriendly way to wear out the kids north of the river, no matter what the...













































