Floreat

The Perry Lakes Reserve is a 200 acre nature reserve found on the eastern edge of the larger Bold Park reserve in Floreat. There are two playgrounds here, set amongst beautiful trees, large grassed areas and two lakes. The older playground on the western side of the reserve is shaded by trees, it also has the extra sun protection of shade sails throughout. A lot of the traditional metal play equipment is accessible for people in wheelchairs and less able bodied people, as there are ramps throughout the main structure and also a disability swing. There are two large metal Read more…

  Located at the corner of Howtree Place and The Boulevard in Floreat, this community-focused shopping centre offers a blend of retail, dining, and family-friendly activities. Stand-Out Features for Parents and Families: Family Activities & Programs: FREE Toddler Yoga sessions Held every Wednesday at 10:30am Perfect for parents with young children The Maker Space Hosts children’s birthday parties Creative activities for kids Regular community events and activities Entertainment & Events: Sundown Sessions featuring free live music every Friday Regular community events School holiday activities Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: 8am – 9pm Saturday: 8am – 5pm Sunday: 11am – 5pm Read more…

Cambridge Library, located next to Floreat Forum Shopping Centre, offers free regular children’s activities and special holiday programs in a welcoming environment. Regular Programs Story Time Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Stories and activities for young children Free, no booking required Baby Rhyme Time Fridays at 9:30 AM Songs and rhymes for babies Free, no booking required LEGO Club Regular sessions during term Drop-in creative building activities Free, no booking required Special Activities School holiday programs Special storytimes (including multicultural sessions) Craft activities Origami group (all ages) Read more…

Lawler Park is a green, leafy park in Floreat with a playground suitable for toddlers and upwards. There are lots of play opportunities here to keep the kids busy. The larger playground structure includes two slides of different sizes, ring-shaped monkey bars, swinging platforms to climb across, some climbing ropes, and a tricky balancing beam with vertical bars to up the difficulty level. It has a miniature climbing wall on one side and a clock for practising setting the time. Miss almost 3 particularly enjoyed the balancing beam. Standing separately, there is a train shaped spring rocker, a spinning pole, Read more…

At our weekly shop on Saturday we were very excited to see that Floreat Forum shopping centre has just opened a new playground in the outdoor area by the cafes/restaurants. Previously there had just been a couple of small things for toddlers to play on but now there is a proper playground complete with shade sails. Features of Floreat Forum playground include a little ‘café’ with a table and chairs and a counter, complete with prices on a board at the front. There are a couple of noughts and crosses games build in and the playground comes with a wobbly Read more…