All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

Bold Park Aquatic Centre – set in the tranquil bushland of Bold Park and only a short drive from the city, the newly redeveloped Bold Park Aquatic is the perfect place to enjoy a day out with your family and friends. The heated outdoor lap pool and heated semi-enclosed leisure pool with beach entry, spray features and a shallow teaching pod make it the ideal place for swimming, leisure and fitness. Buggybuddys Review Bold Park Aquatic Centre, City Beach Read more…

Point Fraser Foreshore Reserve is a must visit if you’re heading into the city for the day with older kids. The equipment in this park is more suited towards school-aged children due to the equipment and steep hills around the landscape of the park. We made our journey to the Point Fraser Reserve directly from the city, it’s very easy to find if you just follow the river edge. We came across a boardwalk which headed out towards the centre of an inlet from the main river.  The kids enjoyed the walk and spotting wildlife in the river and the Read more…

Langley Park Playground is an ideal playground if you’re visiting the city on a family day trip as it’s conveniently located in East Perth.  The playground is suitable for kids age 3yrs plus (despite the sign saying 4yrs) and there are toilets directly next to the park. The park is covered with shade sails and is partially fenced.  Bear in mind this playground is located on a main road and although it is fenced facing towards the road the other side of the park is open. The park appears to be split in two with play equipment more suited to Read more…

Tucked away in The Vines is Emms Green which is home to a quirky little playground. The playground has a focus on imaginative play. There is a large cubby house which contains a set of whisper poles at each end for secret chats. There are wooden planks to run through. And wooden poles to climb. I love the upturned tree which features carvings of Australian wildlife on it. There is also a cute caterpillar rocker. If your child is a natural performer they won’t be able to resist giving an impromptu performance on the little stage area. There is a Read more…

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Bina Parkland, Balga   Bina Parkland is the latest playground in Balga. Built within Princess Wallington Reserve, Stage 1 of the new play area includes traditional equipment, nature play and a flying fox! Bina Parkland is sure to be a hit with kids of all ages! On our arrival, Miss 6 immediately headed for the climbing ropes. This is similar to the rope playground at Deep Water Point. Rope ladders lead up to birds nests. Higher nests are connected by ladders to the lower ones. Children can climb across to a rope bridge. This then feeds on to a slide. Read more…

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Blackberry Ramble Light Display featuring inflatables, Train, and photo opportunities with face cut outs. Numerous houses in the street leading up.to this display showcasing different and unique ideas. Read more…

The Canning River Regional Park extends over 6km and offers a range of activities to suit all the family. The Kent St Weir area offers a great family day out with lots of facilities including toilets, drink fountains bike repair kit. There are seven things you can do with the family at Kent St Weir. Have a Picnic – The Kent Street Weir area is perfect for a picnic with family or friends. There are large expanses of grass and some shady trees to throw your rug down. If you prefer there are a few covered gazebos with picnic tables Read more…

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Hardcastle Park, Landsdale   Located in family-friendly Landsdale, Hardcastle Park is a delightful new playground for kids of all ages. Featuring nature play, tradition play equipment and a picnic space, it’s a great space to hang out with the family. On arriving, I was first struck by the large grassed area. This is perfect for throwing down a picnic blanket, kicking a ball around or playing with the family dog. We saw both occur during our visit. Miss 6 was immediately drawn to the traditional play equipment. This features climbing ladders, a rock climbing wall and a rope ladder to Read more…

Burns Beach Foreshore Playground is a little hidden gem of a family play area.  Don’t be mistaken with this playground and the Burns Beach Cafe Playground, yes there are two playgrounds! From the Sistas Beach Cafe and car park walk along the pathway, North and you’ll be greeted with a huge open space, BBQ’s and playground approximately 10mins walk away. You can also access the playground and parking from Beachside Drive, off Grand Ocean Entrance, off Marmion Avenue. The play frame is suitable for 2.5yr olds +, there are a few open gaps on the platform of the frame where Read more…

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If you’re looking for a quieter park for a play, Grindleford Reserve in Balcatta may fit the bill. It has natural shade from large trees, as well as shade sails. The playground here has been recently replaced with brand new equipment and fresh white sand. It’s set well back from the road, with a small car park in between, so should be safe for little wanderers. The playground is made up of two larger structures, with a freestanding birds nest swing, traditional-style toddler and regular swing, and a spring rocker. The smaller of the play structures is toward the front Read more…

Des Penman Reserve is a large grassy reserve located in Nollamara. It is one of the largest of its kind in the area. Set aside in one corner, there is a neat playground, which is staggered over a number of levels for the kids to explore. The main climbing frame has two plastic slides, a straight one and a twisty corkscrew slide. There are various climbing ladders, an abacus with blue plastic balls, a steering wheel for imaginative play, and a flying fox. There is a cute spring rocker that looks like a lizard or maybe dinosaur. This was a Read more…

Set on the sheltered beach at the vibrant Hillarys Boat Harbour is this lovely playground. With a nautical theme including its very own rocking boat, there are steps and ladders, bridges and even a double slide to race down. The equipment is well designed for younger children with toddlers confidently navigating their way around. The boat is very popular and has a few seats and steering wheel for the captain and, unlike others I’ve seen before, it has some open sides so younger children can also climb up and down themselves. The main structure has plenty to do including a sand Read more…

Jurien has long been a favourite spot for Perthites to visit, whether as a stop-off on a journey up north, or as a final destination. The recent upgrade of the foreshore ensures that it will be a favourite holiday spot for years to come. Tapping into the town’s rich maritime heritage the new playground is reminiscent of its most famous commodity, crayfish! The huge main structure resembles giant cray pots! Stacked on top of each other the interior is a twisted maze of logs and rope nets to challenge older kids. The reward for getting through the maze is a Read more…

Need to do groceries? Kids need a play? Combine them both at Forrestfield Forum. The Junction is the new community space at Forrestfield Forum and includes a nature playground and alfresco area.  The play area is under shade sale and partly fenced along the side that is close to the car park. The whole area is on soft fall rubber. There are benches around the area.  There are a number of play areas including balancing logs, climbing frame and a fort with fireman’s pole and slide. There is also a bouncy rabbit and a spinning top. You could grab a Read more…

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Mt Henry Bridge Reserve, Mount Pleasant Mount Henry Bridge Reserve is a multi-use recreation area on the river in Mount Pleasant. It is situated in the shadow of the Mt Henry Bridge, and has a great kids playground and an on-site cafe. The first thing we did on arriving was grab some lunch at the Kerbside Cafe. This is a food van which is permanently located at the park. They sell hot and cold drinks, ice cream and delicious toasties. You pick your fillings and the friendly staff make them up on the spot. The price of toasties ranges between Read more…

As a mum of a busy 2-year-old toddler, I couldn’t be more thrilled with Joondalup Square playground, located opposite the gigantic Bunnings Warehouse. As an added bonus, the well thought out open-air play area is surrounded by eateries! Joondalup Square playground is shaded by two shade sails and is fully fenced and gated. There are 2 gates – one leads onto a pram ramp with a railing on either side (just another play item for my monkey), and the other has a couple of steps down – making the playground slightly sunken. The surface is softfall rubber (and interestingly they Read more…

Nestled amongst the new Niche Living housing estate in Willetton is a brand new playground perfect for kids of any age. We went to check it out over the weekend and my kids (aged 2 and 6) loved it! The playground is off Portcullis Drive, Willetton, however, construction is still on going and the entrance is being fenced off from that entry at the moment. Best way to enter the playground is via Woodthorpe Dr, off Collins road. The playground boast various play equipments, there are balancing wooden logs and stepping logs, swings, a rope climbing frame, see-saws and the Read more…

Friday – 9am to 5pm Saturday – 9am to 5pm Sunday – 9am to 5pm Shed E, Victoria Quay, Fremantle Come for the international food and music, local handicrafts, antiques and collectables, fashion both vintage and new, fresh organic fruit and vegetables, the warm aroma of a coffee and friendly banter from stall holders. Read more…

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Enright Reserve playground in Hamilton Hill is a great place for the whole family! With a nature-based playground, modern playground, and exercise equipment – there is something for everyone.  The nature-based playground is great for children of all ages, my toddler could easily climb the old tyres to the plastic tunnel slide.   My older children loved the challenge of the brightly coloured obstacle course.   Other features include a teepee.  A plastic tunnel to crawl through or walk across.   As well as balancing and stepping logs.   The modern playground has a great verity of equipment for different ages Read more…

Praise be! The habit is coming to Australia. The global smash hit musical sent from above, is now touring Australia. Sister Act is without doubt, the must-see new musical of the year! Based on the film, which quickly became a global phenomenon, Sister Act is set to light up our theatres and lift our spirits with its irresistible energy and joy, that only this iconic story can! Starring Casey Donovan as Deloris Van Cartier, Genevieve Lemon as Mother Superior and Rhonda Burchmore as Sister Mary Lazarus, we are truly blessed with three of the most extraordinary talents to ever grace Australian stages. The award-winning musical features original music by Tony® Read more…

Located in the heart of the new community at Mandogalup, Florence Estate Park is the new playground that beautifully incorporates wooden beams for its play equipment. This spacious playground is nested beside rows of mature trees, providing scenic greenery, and playing in the park feels like you’re right next to nature. My girls headed straight to the main play area, where the big slide is. The tall climbing structure consists of different climbing wall panels for the kids to climb onto. Missy 6 had no trouble climbing onto all of them, but younger toddlers might find the tallest one daunting. Read more…

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Mawson Park Playground is a little treasure of a park for parents of toddlers and kids who aren’t prone to running off into the road or lake and love climbing! There are more swings than you can possibly want in a park and lots of great intricate playframes and structures. Lots of swinging action to be had in this park. Great little fantasy play area in the “Outback Cafe” A great place for the kids to hide in and climb trees. There’s a large sandpit set alongside the main playground so don’t forget to bring a bucket and spade and Read more…

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Just a short drive south of Cottesloe, you can find the Dutch Inn Playground located on Marine Parade, near Princes Street. This upgraded playground was completed in 2021, that offers a great range of features and activities for families to enjoy. With its ship-themed play structure, ninja-style obstacle course, and nature-based play area, this playground promises an adventurous experience against a stunning coastal backdrop. The main attraction of the playground is the boat-shaped play structure known as “Warton’s Wreck,” named after the Elizabeth, which ran ashore in 1839. For the maritime history enthusiasts, the remnants of this historic wreck can 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…

This has to be one of the best nature playgrounds we’ve been to in the local area The Edge Playground in Baldivis is beautiful! It’s a unique and contemporary space that lots of additional features including a maze, hopscotch and cool street art incorporated into the area by Perth street artist Stormie Mills. The fort is the main focal point when you arrive in the park made from natural timbers shaded by a large Tuart tree. The fort has log steps and a ladder leading up to a platform with a chainlink bridge going up to the top of the Read more…

Miles Park, Cloverdale is a local suburban park and a little gem. There’s a decent traditional sand based park which features swings, a slide and climbing structure. Walk around to the other side of the community centre and you will find a recently constructed, fully fenced and shaded, toddler playground. This features soft fall ground, a basket swing, musical elements, a play structure and slide. My girls love racing around this little park. Miles park has a large grassed area that is often used for soccer, dog walking, and fitness groups. There is also a basketball court. There’s plenty of Read more…

Bells Rapids Brigadoon is where the Avon and Swan rivers meet and it’s one of my favourite spots for a family picnic at any time of year. If you visit during the wetter months you’ll find Bells rapids in full force and kids will love watching the many people Kayaking down the rapids and then attempting to get back to the top again. The girls loved picking all the different wild flowers that are growing everywhere during the wetter months. Such an abundance of vivid colours! In the drier Summer months the rapids disappear leaving behind swimming holes that are Read more…

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