Category: Parks and Playgrounds

Ballam Park

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http://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Things_To_Do/Parks_and_Reserves/Karingal/Ballam_Park 260 Cranbourne Rd, Frankston VIC I’m not going to lie, this is my new favourite playground; Ballam Park really has it all. Uniquely catering from tots to teens Ballam Park (with its latest upgrade), is definitely one for your “must visit” list. I mean check out this slide?!? The giant slide was a clear…… Continue reading Ballam Park

The Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo (share your adventure)

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http://www.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au/FacilitiesRecreation/Parks-Gardens-and-Recreation/Rockhampton-Botanic-Gardens 100 Spencer Street, West Rockhampton QLD This week I had a chat to Jocelyn; mum of one and the super mum behind Kid Friendly Cafes Australia. She gets out and about quite a bit in her home town of Rockhampton (busy sampling all the best kid friendly dining of course), and was keen to…… Continue reading The Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo (share your adventure)

Heathland Circuit Children’s Park

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Heathland Circuit, Cranbourne East VIC Heathland Circuit Children’s Park is tucked away into a housing estate just off the South Gippsland Highway, and is a bit of a local’s secret. This beautiful playground has lots of interesting elements, and in particular would strongly encourage imaginative play. We’ve been three times in the last week….so it’s…… Continue reading Heathland Circuit Children’s Park

The Rocket Park (Ray Bastin Reserve)

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http://www.casey.vic.gov.au/arts-leisure/parks-facilities/Ray-Bastin-Reserve Norfolk Dr, Narre Warren Are you ready to travel into outer space? 3…2…1…Lift off! Welcome to The Rocket Park in Narre Warren. This Space themed playground has been around for a while, but never the less, is just as good (if not better) than any newly built playgrounds that are popping up. The playground is…… Continue reading The Rocket Park (Ray Bastin Reserve)

Seville Water Play Park

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https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Lists/Pools-and-Aquatic-Centres/Seville-Water-Play-Park 20-28 Monbulk-Seville Road,  Seville, VIC  3139 A hidden treasure up in the hills is the Seville Water Play Park. If you haven’t heard of this gem, you really have to visit. You see, the water park is an old converted town swimming pool that was filled in and made amazing! It is free, open 24 hours…… Continue reading Seville Water Play Park

Trueman Reserve Playground

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Bradman Drive, Cranbourne West, Vic This brand new park is an absolute winner! It is hidden within another Cranbourne housing estate (they’re on a roll this week), and I’m sure will soon become very popular with locals in the City or Casey, and perhaps even popular enough to draw visitors from all over Melbourne. This park…… Continue reading Trueman Reserve Playground

Megasaurus Park (plus Parks Week magic!)

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http://livingstoncranbourne.com.au/why-livingston/dino-park Corner of Newington Drive and Haddington Way, Cranbourne East, 3977 *If you just want Parks Week info scroll about half way down the page* Did you know that Dinosaurs were still alive in Cranbourne? Roaming in the outer south-eastern suburbs, hidden away within a small housing estate. Well, welcome to Megasaurus Park! The entire…… Continue reading Megasaurus Park (plus Parks Week magic!)

Enchanted Adventure Gardens (Share your Adventure)

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http://www.enchantedmaze.com.au/ 55 Purves Road Arthur’s Seat Victoria As a new feature to Anyday Adventures, I have put the call out to other parents to share their stories of adventures they have been on with their kids. This week we hear from Alissa; mum of two, midwife, and owner of Bump 2 Baby (childbirth preparation and placental encapsulation).…… Continue reading Enchanted Adventure Gardens (Share your Adventure)

Carrum Beach and Playground

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15 Old Post Office Lane, Carrum Victoria Beach + playground + sunshine = perfection! Carrum is a beachside town on your way to Frankston, but not quite so far. Easily accessible from public transport or only 10 minutes off Eastlink, this little playground deserves a visit. (Just letting you know, my pictures don’t do it…… Continue reading Carrum Beach and Playground

Melbourne Museum – Children’s Gallery

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https://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/ 11 Nicholson street, Carlton, VIC The Pauline Gandel Children’s Gallery has only recently opened up at the Melbourne Museum and I have been dying to check it out. It’s open everyday and the new exhibit is permanent, so no need to rush through the doors to see it….it’s not going anywhere. You start by…… Continue reading Melbourne Museum – Children’s Gallery