West Perth

Harold Boas Gardens, a lush inner city park, is dappled in sunlight. It’s a lovely spot for a picnic, with lots of shade and park benches. And there’s a playground there too! The tranquil gardens feature small lakes, waterfalls and streams, so keep an eye on toddlers – they will enjoy watch the ducks waddle around. Kids will enjoy throwing a twig into the fast moving water to have a stick race under the bridge. Many of the trees are over a century old. There’s a few with low hanging branches that are perfect for climbing. There’s a small soft Read more…

In amongst all the shiny office buildings in West Perth is Totterdell Park. The leafy inner city park is made up of a  soft fall play area with a large metal  play frame that features two slides, “shop” window, climbing  nets, ramps, monkey bars, a  climbing wall and more.  There is also a see-saw and fun nest swing too. This play area isn’t covered by shade sails, though the park is surrounded by mature trees, giving a little afternoon shade.   The quiet  park is not fenced and runs alongside Thomas Street, so you’ll want to keep an eye on little escape artists if you choose to take younger children.  There is ample space Read more…

Variety Place Playground is located on Saw Avenue in Kings Park The natural design beautifully incorporates the bush, wood, rock and other pieces of nature.  The previous park at Saw Avenue also used natural materials, and was enjoyed by Perth patrons for three generations! I love educating myself and the kids while we play!  Signs like these are scattered around Variety Place Playground. There is a birds nest swing and lots of logs to balance on!   Climbing nets will keep kids busy and active! Variety Place Playground has many opportunities for climbing, including several stairways cut from timber logs. Read more…