Scarborough

Scarborough Beach Skate Park, nicknamed “The Snake Pit”, is a massive and seriously impressive skate destination right on the Scarborough foreshore. Overlooking the Indian Ocean and framed by the surrounding cafes, grassed terraces and Whale Playground, it’s a spot where you can easily spend the whole day with kids and teens of all ages. The centrepiece of the skate park is the competition‑grade bowl known as The Snake Pit. It’s designed for more advanced skaters, scooter riders, and BMX riders who love speed and big lines, but there are plenty of other features that cater to beginners and intermediate riders Read more…

Set right on the Scarborough foreshore, Whale Playground is one of those parks where you can easily spend hours while the kids disappear into imaginative play. Inspired by Noongar culture and the form of a blue whale skeleton, this $1.4 million Lotterywest‑funded Playground is a real hero of the Scarborough Reserve redevelopment and a must‑do on a family day at the beach. The centrepiece is the giant whale structure. Little ones usually start at the whale’s head, which doubles as a small concrete slide – it’s perfectly sized for toddlers and younger children, but it is quite fast, so a Read more…

Stirling Leisure – Scarborough Beach is a stunning beachside aquatic facility located at 171 The Esplanade, Scarborough. This modern complex offers year-round swimming with spectacular ocean views. Features include: 50m outdoor pool (8 lanes plus four 25m lanes) geothermally heated to 27°C Leisure pool heated to 29°C Aqua Fitness classes Outdoor group fitness including Yoga and HIIT Learn to Swim programs (October-April for Aquababies/preschool, October-July for Levels 1-14) Squad and adult swimming lessons Opening Hours: Summer (October-April): Monday-Friday: 5:00am-9:00pm Weekends: 6:30am-8:00pm Winter (May-September): Monday-Friday: 5:30am-8:00pm Weekends: 7:00am-6:00pm Buggybuddys Review Scarborough Beach Pool Read more…

The City of Stirling Libraries offer an extensive range of engaging programs and activities across their branches, catering to all ages from babies to adults. With locations including Dianella, Inglewood, Karrinyup, Mirrabooka, Osborne, and Scarborough, these libraries provide innovative spaces for learning, creativity, and community connection, featuring everything from traditional storytimes to cutting-edge technology programs. Regular Children’s Activities Baby Rhymetime (Ages 0-2) Available across all branches on various days Focuses on early development, social skills, and literacy No bookings required Multiple sessions throughout the week Preschool Storytime (Ages 2-5) Regular sessions at all branches Includes stories, songs, and interactive activities Read more…