Beachside

  Found by the Mandurah Ocean Marina Keith Holmes Reserve is a popular spot for families in Mandurah. Whether you’re here for the day, or a local of this coastal town, it’s a leafy spot for a picnic or BBQ. Throw in the man-made Lido beach and the markets and cafes of Dolphin Quay, and you’ve got yourself a fun day out! Kids will love pretending to be a pirate in the boat play structure. I can imagine this would be great for a child’s pirate-themed birthday party. There’s also a small shady playground. There’s enough equipment to keep most Read more…

Coogee Beach Playground is a relaxed, family‑friendly spot where a simple day at the beach easily turns into hours of play. Set along the beautiful Coogee foreshore on Powell Road, it combines a classic coastal Playground with a wide grassy reserve and direct access to the sheltered waters of Coogee Beach. The first thing you notice is the generous strip of lush grass running alongside the sand. It’s ideal for spreading out a picnic blanket, kicking a footy, playing cricket or just letting the kids run laps. Little ones will happily turn it into their own “race track”, while parents Read more…

Whitfords Nodes Ninja Warrior Course is a brilliant spot for active kids, teens and adults who love a challenge. Set within the Whitfords Nodes Health and Wellbeing Hub in Hillarys, this coastal park combines a serious ninja-style obstacle course with running tracks, outdoor gym equipment, Playgrounds and beach access, making it easy to turn a quick play into a full family day out. The ninja course itself feels like stepping onto the set of an obstacle TV show. You’ll spot familiar elements like the quintuple steps right at the starting line, followed by obstacles such as the spin cycle, cargo Read more…

Koombana Foreshore Playground sits right at the heart of Bunbury’s stunning waterfront and is one of those places where you can easily break a journey – and then end up staying for hours. Part of the award‑winning Koombana Bay foreshore redevelopment, it combines an eye‑catching, nautical‑themed Playground with a calm swimming beach, shady lawns, BBQs and a lively café, making it a brilliant stop-off if you’re travelling through to the South West or staying locally. The first thing the kids will spot are the two huge bright red “funnels” that tower over the main play area. These are linked by Read more…