Rossiter Pavilion and Playing Fields in Piara Waters is a compact but very thoughtfully designed community Playground, wrapped around a large sports oval and pavilion. Tucked within the Holland Park Estate, the play space combines nature play, messy play and classic Playground favourites, making it a handy local park for toddlers through to early primary-aged kids.
As you walk into the Playground, the first thing many kids spot are the three in-ground trampolines set into the soft fall. These are a real drawcard for energetic children who love to bounce, and they’re spread out enough that a few kids can use them at once. They’re right in the centre of the play area, so it’s easy to keep an eye on children while you relax nearby.
Around the edges, the focus turns to nature and imaginative play. On one side there are balancing logs of different heights and a wooden “teepee” style cubby, perfect for adventurous little climbers and pretend play.
On the other side, a sand table and dedicated mud kitchen provide a great set-up for messy, sensory fun. Kids can scoop, pour and “cook” with sand for ages, and the layout works well if you’ve got more than one child playing together.
The main feature you can see from the road is the large wooden climbing structure. It’s a lovely, natural-looking fort with a mix of ways up and down, including ramps for less confident climbers, a double slide, a small climbing wall, a rope bridge and a fireman’s pole. It’s well suited to confident toddlers and younger school-aged children, offering enough challenge without being overwhelming.
Next to the main structure is a set of swings with something for everyone: a traditional strap swing, a toddler bucket seat and an all-abilities swing with a harness for extra support. This is a good inclusive touch for families with children of differing needs and abilities.
Closer to the playing fields you’ll find two more slides built into a small embankment. These are concrete slides that run into a sandpit at the base, with recycled railway sleepers forming steps between them and extra rocks to scramble over. It’s a great little zone for kids who enjoy climbing up and down and mixing Playground fun with a bit of low-key nature play.
The surrounding pavilion and picnic facilities make Rossiter a solid choice for casual gatherings. Next to the Playground is a covered outdoor entertaining area with a barbecue and three picnic tables, and there’s an additional covered picnic table across the field. This set-up would work well for relaxed birthday parties, team wind-ups or family get-togethers, especially when you factor in the huge amount of open grass on the playing fields for ball games.
For larger events or if you’d like a weather-proof option, the Rossiter Pavilion itself includes hireable rooms through the City of Armadale, with kitchen facilities such as a stove, electric oven, fridge and microwave.
Toilets are available at the pavilion. While many of the toilets are locked when events are not on, there is a designated public toilet open from 6am to 6pm, which includes a disabled toilet, shower and baby change table – handy for families with babies and toddlers and for anyone needing accessible facilities.
Dog owners are also well catered for. The expansive grassed playing fields provide plenty of room to throw a ball or have a run with your dog (check local signage for any time or leash restrictions), and there is a dual-height water fountain near the pavilion for both humans and furry friends.
Shade is another big plus here. Most of the main play equipment is covered by shade sails, and there are young trees around the perimeter that will provide more natural shade as they mature. Combined with the open layout and good visibility across the play area, this makes it easier to supervise kids and stay a little cooler in the warmer months. There is off-street parking directly in front of the pavilion, making access straightforward even with prams and gear.
Overall, Rossiter Pavilion and Playing Fields is a great little community play space: compact but varied, with trampolines, nature play, slides, swings and plenty of open grass. It suits toddlers and junior primary kids particularly well, and the on-site amenities and pavilion facilities make it a practical option for family meet-ups and small celebrations.
Rossiter Pavilion and Playing Fields
Address: 16 Tuberose Road, Piara Waters WA 6112 (corner of Rossiter Avenue)
Opening hours: Playground and oval generally open access; public toilet available 6am–6pm (pavilion rooms by booking through City of Armadale)
Official website: Rossiter Pavilion – City of Armadale
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Place Categories: All Abilities, Nature, Playgrounds, With Shade, With Toilets, and Best for Toddlers
