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In Dayton, there is a new playground on Arthur Street known as Dayton Neighboured Park. It is suitable for kids of all ages, with two primary play structures to choose from. The first structure is suitable for older children, especially those who enjoy climbing, as it consists of ropes bridges, and monkey bars.  It has a tunnel in the middle and a slide. The second play structure more suited for the younger ones has 2 slides, one for the bigger kids and one for the little ones. There are climbing walls, tunnels, rope climb frames, a fireman’s pole and a Read more…

Sandy Beach Reserve is one of Bassendean’s most well-known natural open spaces. It now has one of the most impressive playgrounds I’ve seen. Sandy Beach Playspace has been created for children of all ages, with play equipment and nature elements for everyone to enjoy. Located at the end of West Road Bassendean, right on the Swan River, this large reserve area includes both open grassed areas and tree-shaded areas, with the original trees surrounding the playground. During the summer months, it is a popular spot for local events. Sandy Beach Playspace is a welcome addition to the reserve. The centrepiece Read more…

Canning River Regional Park is a large park and wetlands area covering about 6kms located around the Canning River. We usually go to the Kent St Weir area which also has the Canning River Cafe there but recently we discovered another playground a short walk away. This new playground has been designed based on feedback from the community and includes nature and adventure play and plenty of natural shade. The playground is located off Ferndale Crescent, Ferndale. You could drive there and park in the car park or you can park at the Canning River Cafe and take a short Read more…

Holiday Inn Perth City Centre reopens 22nd August 2022! Located right on the doorstep of some of Perth’s best attractions and its fantastic family focus, it’s easy to see why Holiday Inn Perth City Centre is the go-to accommodation choice for guests staying with children. From the warm welcome on arrival and the comfortable and kid-friendly guest rooms, the recently refurbished rooms are inviting and easy to settle into. One special feature of Holiday Inn Perth City Centre is its VIK (Very Important Kid) program. This program is jam-packed full of fun so kids and their families can experience the Read more…

The small but mighty nature-based Jurien Bay Oval Playground at the Jurien Sport and Recreation Centre has to be Perth’s most unique playground! The playground was brought to life by the same team who built the very popular Jurien Bay Foreshore Playground and is inspired by the home of Jurien Bay’s local football club, the Bulldogs. The standout is definitely the Bulldog climbing structure which also features two double slides – I love all the finer details like the spiked collar and rope leash. The boys also thought it was hilarious climbing up the dog’s butt 🙈 There is a Read more…

Around the corner from the well-known Jungle Park in the Swan Valley, a brand-new park has been constructed and is now open for play.   The 1.4 hectare Honeycomb park, located in Peet’s Brabham Estate, features a bee theme and 6-metre ‘honeycomb’ play structure What a great park! The yellow and black honeycomb play structure is massive and includes a big, fast yellow slide. No fear of heights and fast speeds are required here!   My son aged 18 months tried his hand at this play structure; it is for bigger kids 4+. There are ladders that take you to Read more…

This fantastic playground & recreation space can be found in the new Mojo Urban Living estate in Cockburn Central.   The playground is a great mix of nature play amongst traditional equipment with a combination of soft fall, sand and wood chip ground cover. The traditional swing has 2 seats plus you’ll find the always popular Bird Nest/Circular swing. The main play structure offers various ways to get to the slide area platform, be it a log ladder, rope ladder, log steps or a climbing wall.   The whisper tubes are heaps of fun!  Although I’m still waiting for my Read more…

The Dick Lawrence Oval Playground in Beaconsfield has undergone a massive upgrade. The centrepiece is a 3-level treehouse with a twisty slide and a smaller dual flat slide.   To encourage all-inclusive access there are multiple entry points into the cubby – ramp, through the floor ladder, a timber climbing wall and a rock-climbing wall.  In the centre of the playground is a timber climber with a cargo rope ladder balancing logs and climbing ramps along the side.  The playground is mainly nature play-based with a sand play table with a pulley, balancing beam steppers, timber logs and boulders spread throughout Read more…

Wow! If your kids are into riding bikes – whatever age they are, John Dunn Challenge Park in Kelmscott is amazing. There are four bike tracks, plus a trainer track, mini track, intermediate track and advanced track – meaning there is a level to suit everyone here. The new (as of May 2022) bike challenge park caters for all things on two wheels – specifically mountain bikes and BMXs. If your kiddos love to ride their bike, be sure to bring them here. The John Dunn Challenge Park is ideal for little ones on balance bikes and training wheels, right Read more…

With both indoor and outdoor 50 metre swimming pools to choose from, HBF Stadium in Mt Claremont, is a great venue for learning to swim, casual lap swimming, child and adult swimming lessons, competition training and events. HBF Stadium also caters for aquatic sports, with purpose built diving and water polo pools. Private parent change room Crèche, open 6 day   Swimming Lessons Swimming Lessons: From toddlers to teenagers and beyond, our safe, fun and supportive environment is perfect for swimmers of all stages. With a focus on flexibility, our low class ratios ensure maximum learning.   www.hbfstadium.com.au Read more…