cardinia community playground, pakenham
Mamma LOVES this AMAZING community playground!
Mamma LOVES this community playground! The Cardinia Community Playground in Pakenham, (also known as PB Ronald Reserve) is based on a classic wooden framed play space with heaps of twists and turns and things to climb over.
A giant semi-trailer and wooden castle stand tall. Just not quite as tall as the MASSIVE triple slide tower! This epic slide is one of the tallest we have seen and it has been confirmed by a pint sized park-tester, one of the fastest as well!
When you think it couldn’t get any better, there’s also a junior playground shaped as a boat with shade sails, inbuilt trampolines, and possibly the coolest traffic playground around. The simple track is ideal for preschoolers learning about the left and right sides of the road. Alongside the trail is your community buildings too. Mamma can see plenty of imaginary play at the shops, the bank and at the ice-cream van!
the nitty gritty
PB Reserve,
John Street, Pakenham
shade sails - partially fenced - playing fields nearby - library near by - skate park - BBQs - sheltered picnic areas - drinking fountain - toilets - outdoor swimming pool next door
Mamma’s special mention: Keep the fun times going and head to the family friendly Drop Bear Escape Rooms
lighthouse playground, tooradin
Overlooking Tooradin Jetty, surrounded by huge (great for climbing!) leafy trees and brightly coloured equipment - it’s a beautiful space to play in.
This is such a great little playground. Overlooking Tooradin Jetty, surrounded by huge (great for climbing!) leafy trees and brightly coloured equipment - it’s a beautiful space to play in.
Climb up to the top of the lighthouse and check out that view! Then disembark down the huge slide. Beware though - as even though adults CAN fit down the slide, they probably shouldn’t - the twists aren’t great for adult bodies as The Hubby found out the hard way!
There’s great musical equipment such as a piano type board, where kids can follow the music notes and play a song!
All of your usual play equipment are here - swings, slides, climbing frames, balancing boards, spinning wheel and more.
There’s grassy space opposite for a picnic or to kick a ball, plus picnic tables, a BBQ and some undercover picnic tables.
Mamma's special mention:
You simply must stop in at Tooradin Ice Cream shop before/after a play!
the nitty gritty
parking by honesty donation- water nearby - bbqs - sheltered picnic areas - public toilets - limited shade
click here for more great parks and playgrounds in Melbourne's South
deep creek eco play, pakenham
Hold on to your dragonflies good people - there is a BRAND NEW PARK and it is BRILLIANT - with a capital B!
Hold on to your dragonflies good people - there is a BRAND NEW PARK and it is BRILLIANT - with a capital B!
It’s been a long time coming, but it was worth the wait. Deep Creek Reserve in Pakenham is simply a fantastic, all ability play space.
The biggest feature - and of course you can’t miss this one - is the giant dragon fly. It’s so beautifully crafted, you will be mesmerised by the wings alone. The kids will have a ball running up and down the ramps, hiding in the eyes and playing underneath.
But of course, that isn’t all. Under the shelter (yes - you read that right) you’ll find water play. This is the ‘pack a spare pack of clothes’ kind of water play and great for playing and exploring - not full bathers … unless you are really desperate to cool down.
More great things to discover include the wheelchair slalom which could also double as a bike track (note: scooters struggle on the fine rocks), the huge birds nest swing, plenty of noisy and musical equipment, plus climbing frames and sensory gardens.
This fully enclosed and fenced playground is going to be a total hit and we can’t wait to come back.
Mamma's special mention: If you thought it was a perfect playground … you are totally right because there is also a kiosk cafe around the corner at the golf course! All within walking distance.
the nitty gritty
fully fenced and gated - wetlands nearby - walking tracks - bbqs - sheltered picnic areas - public toilets - undercover water play - all ability play zones - liberty swing - sensory gardens