north road foreshore playground, brighton
North Road Foreshore Playground has it all - the beach, water play, a beautiful city view and coffee, just a stone's throw away.
North Road Foreshore Playground has it all - the beach, water play, a beautiful city view and coffee, just a stone's throw away.
This seaside playground has a giant pirate ship at its heart, complete with slide, climbing nets and balance beams. The little ones happily sailed the seven seas while Mamma got to nurse a coffee from the nearby cafe.
Surrounding the ship are several in-ground trampolines, a spinning cup and nest swing for those who want to get the adrenaline pumping.
By the shaded sandpit, lies a small water play area, activated by the adjacent log seesaw so be sure to bring bathers or a change of clothes!
the nitty gritty
water play - toilet facilities - picnic tables - some paid parking- some sheltered areas - cafe across the road
Mamma's special mention:
Of course you can’t go past Brighton Beach for some more fun; but there’s also Dendy Park playground if you want to keep the playtime going.
hurlingham park playground, brighton east
With a main wooden climbing structure (complete with turrets!) at its heart, Brighton East's Hurlingham Park offers up all the playground classics that kids love.
Mamma loves a good residential playground and Hurlingham park is a GREAT one.
With a main wooden climbing structure (complete with turrets!) at its heart, Hurlingham offers up all the playground classics that kids love.
There are slides, swings and monkey bars for the traditionalists and a flying fox, climbing wall and 4-way seesaw for those who want to get the blood pumping a bit more.
The playground doesn’t just cater to the kids’ needs though. With a dedicated carpark, ample benches for sitting and shade sails over most of the play spaces - this mamma was one happy camper!
It is worth noting however, that the playground includes a few chain link bridges and climbing ladders more appropriate for older kids so a little bit of hovering was involved when mamma’s 2 year old was let loose.
Right next to the playground is a fully fenced oval and undercover bbq area so the bring the four legged family members along as well and make an afternoon of it.
the nitty gritty
Nepean Highway, Brighton East, 3187
BBQ facilities - shaded - off street parking - fully fenced oval - toilet facilities across the oval- picnic tables - some undercover picnic area - lots of trees - bins - drinking fountain
Mamma’s special mention
All that play will make you hungry! Head up the road to the deliciousDolce House for some sweet treats.
allambee park, sandringham
If your children love trucks, then they are going to DIG this park!
If your children love trucks, then they are going to DIG this park!
This Mamma loves an upgraded park, especially one as quiet and cute as this one! They have recently updated the swings and play structure here and it now features multiple slides and climbing areas with roofing to help protect from the elements… but the biggest appeal of this park will always be the sand pit full of trucks and diggers left there by the local community for all visitors to enjoy!
There are picnic benches and a water bubbler plus lots of wide open space to kick a footy or enjoy a picnic.
Mamma has a feeling her children are going to be begging to come back here often!
the nitty gritty
Cnr Neptune St and Sandringham Rd, Sandringham
Picnic tables - open grass area - no toilet - shade from large trees - sandpit - water-play - free parking
Mamma's special mention
Why not make your play a little tastier and grab a takeaway milkshake and burger from Burger Bae on the way?
dendy park playground, brighton
This one’s for all the toddler mammas! A playground that is fully fenced, with huge shade sails and age appropriate equipment - what more could you ask for?
This one’s for all the toddler mammas! A playground that is fully fenced, with huge shade sails and age appropriate equipment - what more could you ask for? How about plenty of shaded seating, BBQ facilities, drinking fountain, ample parking and toilets? You got it!
This is one of two playgrounds located at Dendy Park, and is definitely aimed towards younger children. The ENTIRE playground area is a shaded sandpit, so don’t forget your diggers and beach toys. There’s swings, springers, a small slide, a multi room cubby, climbing structure with sand tunnels and scoops and even a boat for all the pirates and mermaids to explore.
the nitty gritty
BBQs- picnic areas - public toilets - water feature
where?
Mamma's special mention:
If you’ve got older children, why not head on over to the Dendy Park South playground for even more to explore. Bring the bikes and scooters and use the dirt track around the Park to get there.
tjilatjirrin reserve playground, sandringham
Mamma loves when a park is updated, but still maintains the things that make it great - but the extra additions to make it truly awesome!
Mamma loves when a park is updated and still maintains the things that make it great - but the extra additions make it truly awesome!
You can’t help but fall in love with this little playground, mainly due to the majestic lion perched proudly on his throne. He is large and beautiful, and the kids will just love him.
There’s also some really fun play equipment, too.
New additions here are some shade cloth over the lion as well as some elephant rockers to keep him company; a water feature trickling into a sand play area; inground trampolines, new swings, bright orange soft matting; a new climbing structure leading onto the existing rock cave, slides and monkey bars!
There’s a giant sandpit with two diggers, a jungle jamble and music play board, rock climbing wall, tunnels and bridges.
The reserve is quite large with a cricket oval and nets, and baseball pavilion attached. Pack a picnic, have a BBQ and enjoy the day!
the nitty gritty
BBQs - picnic areas - public toilets - water feature
where?
Between Spring Street and Tulip Street, Sandringham
Mamma's special mention:
Head down the road and grab some AMAZING gelato or frozen yoghurt from the incredible Gelato Lab.
thomas street south reserve, hampton
Be prepared to be blown away by this INCREDIBLE updated playground!
Be prepared to be blown away by this INCREDIBLE upgrade!
This fantastic new set up has kept with the theme of its predecessor - maintaining the castle and wooden elements. The original wooden turrets have been incorporated all throughout the playground.
But there is now SO much more in this all-inclusive playground. There truly is something for everyone. Let Mamma list all the goodness -
shaded waterplay/splash area area in a sandpit
all ability equipment -including a wheelchair accessible trampoline
walking path and track for bikes/scooters
a nature walkway with little nest-like huts
intricate climbing castle
DJ spinning deck - with sound!
parkour area
fake turf with cow seat and pumpkin statues
seniors exercise area - complete with fitness equipment and undercover picnic area
BBQs and multiple shaded picnic areas
Toilets - including Changing Places facility (fully accessible equipment)
There is also a zip liner, multiple slides and swings and an awesome rocking boat - something incredibly unique that this Mamma has never seen! And keep your eye out for the hidden friendly giant spider in one of the rock walls, as well as numerous Australian animal sculptures.
All of this wonderful equipment is set on a green, spacious reserve; with plenty of space to have a picnic and kick the footy.
Hours of fun to be had here!
Mamma's special mention
There’s another newly updated park around the corner too! Basterfield Park
the nitty gritty
waterplay - picnic tables - BBQ facilities - toilets -shaded areas - large open space- water tap - street parking- bike track - cafe nearby
164 Thomas Street
South Reserve
Hampton
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banksia reserve, beaumaris
This bright little playground has just had an upgrade, and it is fantastic!
This bright little playground has just had an upgrade, and it is fantastic!
Welcome to Banksia Reserve Station, the coolest village in Bayside!
Bring your scooters to ride around the path surrounding the town while you pop into the post office, visit the police station or a take a trip to the hospital!
You can also board the train via a rock-climbing wall and disembark down the slide, dig in the sandpit and discover some seals and go for a spin on the spinning wheel.
This playground is GREAT to get the kids imaginations flowing.
It is also next to a football oval, so don’t forget to bring a footy!
Mamma’s special mention: Head around the corner for some delicious food at Ginger Fox.
the nitty gritty
train theme - little village - sandpit - street parking - no toilets - no shade
illaroo reserve, beaumaris
Nestled in a suburban street, this gorgeous reserve has huge leafy trees offering shade - and climbing opportunities! - a BBQ, plenty of bench seats and a fun playground.
This is such a stunning spot!
Nestled in a suburban street, this gorgeous reserve has huge leafy trees offering shade (and climbing opportunities!) a BBQ, plenty of bench seats and a fun playground. It’s the perfect place to spend a couple of hours with the family.
The playground has all the usual play equipment such as, slides, fireman poles, see-saw, swings, tic tac toe and a climbing apparatus; but it also has a very cool undercover sandpit (with digger trucks and shovels, too!) and a mini in-ground trampoline.
There’s loads of open space to kick the footy, heaps of trees to climb and plenty of grassy areas to set up for a picnic.
Mamma’s special mention: Head around the corner for some delicious food and coffee AND a kids play area at Happy as Larry’s.
the nitty gritty
street parking - BBQ facilities - some shade - open grass space - no toilets
the village green playground (wilson reserve), brighton
Grab your wheels and head to the village!
Grab your wheels and head to the village!
This adorably bright playground is a replica of a tiny village and will spark the best imaginative play from the little ones.
Cross over the little bridge and enter The Village Green. There’s a rubber matted ‘road’ that goes all the way around the play equipment, perfect for all wheels.
Kids will love the little colourful climbing houses, each offer either a slide, tunnel, fireman pole or rock-climbing wall. There’s also a a large climbing pyramid, nest swing, see-saw and spinner.
This playground is perfectly suited for toddlers. There’s also a large oval behind it, perfect for ball sports!
Mamma’s special mention: Want more fun? Head down the road to the awesome Deck Kids playcafe.
the nitty gritty
free parking - open grass space - toddler friendly - no toilets
royal avenue park playground, sandringham
Mamma loves this little playground. It’s in the middle of a shaded reserve, lot’s of trees and open space; it’s FULLY FENCED, and yes, there are toilets too!
Are you ready for another UPGRADED playground?!
Mamma has always loved this little playground. It’s in the middle of a shaded reserve, lots of trees and open space; it’s FULLY FENCED, and yes, there are toilets! Let’s not forget picnic benches and a water bubbler too. It meets all the criteria that us Mamma’s search for in a playground, but now with all new equipment!
There’s an upgraded climbing structure with ramps, slides and a rope net, multiple swing sets, a giant balance board type see-saw, spinner and a flying fox!
For the older kids, directly opposite is a skate bowl for them to work on their moves, as well as a huge open field to kick a footy or set up a game of cricket, as well as an undercover BBQ area.
This is a perfect spot for a picnic and family time.
the nitty gritty
toilet facilities - fully fenced - free parking - picnic tables -seating -some shade from trees
Mamma's special mention:
Want to keep the fun going? Head around the corner to Sandy Mini Golf
dendy park south, dacey street, brighton east
This BUBBLEGUM PINK park is in a league of its own!
Mamma loves a brightly coloured playground! And you can't get much brighter than PINK!
This wonderful playground has only just been upgraded. The ground is covered in bubblegum pink soft turf that makes it very appealing to little eyes!
That is not the only unique part of this awesome place - Mamma has never seen a real life snakes and ladders game! You can spin the 'dice' and then take your turn on the circular 3D game. So cool.
There's a couple of bright red slides, one of which is super big and fast!
Lots of climbing rope and nets to keep the older kids challenged; as well as swings and spinney round-abouts.
The playground is part of a huge open field. Perfect for kicking a ball around, or a spot of cricket.
With BBQ facilities, picnic tables (some covered) toilets, and an off-leash dog area - be prepared to stay and play the day away!
Mamma's special mentions:
Feel like a sweet treat after being surrounded by bubblegum pink? Head to Dolce House for some yummy ice cream!
the nitty gritty
bbqs - picnic shelter - picnic tables - toilets - free side street parking
Off Dacey Street, Brighton East
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basterfield park, hampton east
You've gotta love an upgraded park!
This one was one of Mamma's favourites before it got an upgrade; now it is simply spectacular!
Mamma just LOVES this awesome park, as it has not one but TWO playgrounds and is simply stunning!
At one end of the park the playground consists of an incredibly cool double zip line (hellooo races!), a sandpit with waterplay, a little cubby house and a new shaded climbing apparatus with multiple slides and tunnels.
The other end is perfect for a party - with an undercover gazebo, multiple BBQs and picnic tables, and loads of open space. The playground has an inclusive spinner, crocodile and platypus statues, swings and a cool climbing structure.. Separating the two playgrounds is a duck-filled lake and a sprawling tree-lined grass area - perfect to picnic under.
Mamma says you will love this place as much as your kids will!
Mamma's special mention
If you want more than a picnic lunch - head to the wonderful Cool Bean Kitchen
the nitty gritty
toilet facilities - bbq facilities - picnic tables - two separate playgrounds - water play - zip line - lake - free parking
black rock foreshore playground
What could be more perfect than a pirate-themed park overlooking one of the most beautiful bays in Victoria? Not much!
What could be more perfect than a pirate-themed park overlooking one of the most beautiful bays in Victoria? Not much!
This playground has all the ingredients necessary to ensure your child has a perfect play. There are your usuals; swings, slides, see-saws - plus an amazingly high (terrifyingly for this mamma) climbing pyramid.
The other climbing structure is a pirate fun ship. With slides as the descent and nets to climb up, a wooden steering wheel, and plenty of exploring space underneath for the toddlers.
Right in the heart of the beautiful black rock village, this park is definitely one to see!
Mamma's special mentions
Why not enjoy all that Black Rock has to offer and check out Hahndorf's Fine Chocolate Shop as well?
the nitty gritty
FACILITIES
Toilets
BBQ & Picnic Tables
Some shaded area
Car park (metered)
Mostly fenced in
