The Crooked Carrot Cafe has been a favourite pit-stop for families heading to WAโs south west. You may remember...
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Lake Leschenaultia, Chidlow
Amanda Carlin, , Camping, Listicle, Perth Hills, Places to visit in Perth, Walks and Picnic Spots, Water Fun, 0Looking for a low-cost, high-energy day out in Perth? Lake Leschenaultia, just a 15 minute drive from Mundaring, promises...
Sea Garden Cafe sits a stone’s throw from the famous surfing spot at Prevelly Beach, making it a go-to...
I love a long lunch at a Margaret River winery. If the kids are well occupied โ so much...
Close Encounters at Perth Zoo
Amanda Carlin, , Animal Farm, Attractions, Places to visit in Perth, 1Have you ever dreamed of feeding a giraffe, meeting a sun bear up close, or coming face-to-face with a...
A trip to Albany isnโt complete without visiting the spectacular natural tourist attractions at Torndirrup National Park. Thereโs The...
Valley of the Giants, Walpole
Amanda Carlin, , Albany & Denmark, Attractions, Places to visit in WA, Southern Forests, tree top walk, walpole, 1Valley of the Giants is an absoluteย โmust visitโย attraction in the great southern region ofย Western Australia. Since I was a...
Looking for Rottnest cafes? Whether youโre visiting for the day or staying for a week, youโll want to know...
Want to get away for a camping trip, but short on time? Head to the Lake Leschenaultia Campground! This...
Swings and Roundabouts, Yallingup
Amanda Carlin, , Eating out with Kids, Family Holidays, Margaret River, Places to visit in WA, Winery, 1Here at Buggybuddys, we LOVE Swings and Roundabouts! Usually, we’re talking about the playground type, but if you find...
Love a family game of mini golf? We do! The Golf Gardens in the Margaret River region have recently...
Get your eat-on at the Eaton! If youโre road-tripping to WAโs southwest and need a convenient and family-friendly lunch...
Naked Apple Cider House in Karragullen is one of those Perth Hills spots where the setting and Playground are...
Bunbury Farmers Market, Vasse Village
Amanda Carlin, , Bunbury & Busselton, Eating out with Kids, Margaret River, Markets, 0If you haven’t visited WA’s southwest for a while, next time you might find yourself driving along the new...
If you’re holidaying in the south west region of WA, you may be on the lookout for budget-friendly eats...
Amaze’n Margaret River
Amanda Carlin, , Attractions, Family Holidays, Margaret River, Places to visit in WA, 1It’s easy to get lost in the beauty of the Margaet River region, especially if you visit Amaze’n Margaret...
One of Maragret River’s OG breweries, CBCo Brewing (previously known as Colonial Brewing Company) is a quick drive north...
When in Margaret River, itโs so easy to find family-friendly spots to dine. Places that cater for the kiddos,...
The Bunbury Markets (not to be confused with the Bunbury Farmers Market supermarket!) is an artisan market which is...
Denmark Soccer Golf at the Good Food Factory, Denmark
Amanda Carlin, , Albany & Denmark, Attractions, Places to visit in WA, soccer golf, 0Denmark Soccer Golf at the Denmark Good Food Factory (formerly The Toffee Factory) is a brilliant family-friendly stop just...
tep out of the State Theatre Centre or wander up William Street, and youโll quickly spot Chicho Gelato โ...
A long-awaited kiosk has opened at Perth Hills favourite, Lake Leschenaultia. The Flackseed isn’t any ordinary kiosk, it’s run...
Now you donโt need to road-trip to the Coral Coast to enjoy Frothโs good beer and good times โ...
Things to do at Dolphin Quay, Mandurah
Amanda Carlin, , Listicle, Mandurah, Places to visit in Perth, 1Looking for an easy day-trip that ticks all the boxes? Head to Dolphin Quay in Mandurah with your family....
One of our go-to spots for a totally over the top sugar hit is Whisk Creamery. The popular cafรฉ...
Parents love an epic kidsโ playground almost as much as their kids! While there are many pubs, wineries, cafes...
Catching up with friends with your kids in tow? Want to pick somewhere that keeps the adults happy, just...
Kalamunda favourite, Elevated Grounds Coffee House, is found on the main street of this Perth Hills town. The popular...
The City of Joondalup is a vibrant coastal region of Perth that’s brimming with family-friendly parks and playgrounds that...
If youโre cruising through Southwest Western Australia with the kids in tow, make sure to plan a pit stop...
Perthโs Best Leisure Centres and Indoor Swimming Pools SOR
Amanda Carlin, , Listicle, Water Fun, 0From thrilling water slides to relaxing hydrotherapy pools, Perthโs leisure centres and indoor swimming pools offer a wide range...
I was in the Perth Hills with the kiddos, visiting Serpentine Falls, and we weren’t organised enough to bring...
Pull on your walking shoes – Perth is a paradise for families looking to immerse themselves in nature, with...
Perth’s cafรฉ culture, offers more than just good coffee. Loved by kids and adults alike, a creamy, sweet hot...
You may remember, at the redeveloped Midland Railway Square, there was a fantastic little cafรฉ. Syd and Phyllis closed...
Choo-choo โ there’s a new sushi train in town! Opened in June 2024, Sushi Jiro is found at Westfield...
I’ve long been a fan of Cup and Co for coffee ‘n brunch, from their tiny Innaloo cafe (now...
A weekend drive to a historic Perth Hills pub is a favourite thing for us to do. The Mount...
Kid Friendly Restaurants with Log Fires in Perth
Amanda Carlin, , Eating out with Kids, Listicle, Perth Hills, Swan Valley, 1Baby its cold outside! Winter is for getting cosy โ but you donโt have to stay at home under...
Things to Do with Tweens in Perth
Amanda Carlin, , Activity Classes, Listicle, Places to visit in Perth, 2When your child gets into double digits, you may notice they lose a little enthusiasm for those things they...














































