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Parkside Hotel | Parkside | Review

The Parkside Hotel now features new play equipment at their kid friendly venue!
Review by Adaire Prosser
If you’re looking for kid-friendly establishments to visit, or if it’s been a while since you last visited, make sure you check out the Parkside Hotel on Glen Osmond Road. They have just recently updated their outdoor space with brand […]

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Shelly’s Semaphore | Seaside Cafe | Semaphore South | Review

Shelly’s Semaphore has transformed from casual kiosk to sassy seaside cafe and she’s the perfect addition to the Semaphore South foreshore and the renovated playground she sits next to.
Review by Lisa Bachmayer
Shelly’s Semaphore reopened in October 2024 with a new name, new management, new menu and a whole new look.  The Esplanade cafe/kiosk is looking […]

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Here’s to Strength | Community Wellness Hub l Aldinga | Review

Here’s to Strength All Day Cafe and Wellness Hub in Aldinga.
Self-care, fresh air, babycinos and bunnies… there is lots to love about Here’s to Strength all day café.
Review by Jo Parkinson
Situated on Old Coach Road in Aldinga, Here’s to Strength is a Community Wellness Hub founded by CEO Elise Riannen. Winning Best Health and Wellness […]

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Stanley Street Reserve Bee Playground | Glengowrie | Review

Stanley Street Reserve Playground in Glengowrie is a cute, very unique bee-themed playground with equipment for a range of abilities.
Review by Claire Davill
This small playground packs a surprising amount of play into such a small area, and there’s lots of really unique features here, all relating to native bees.
The playground is fully fenced, and as […]

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Hamilton Park Reserve Playground | Warradale | Review

Hamilton Park Reserve Playground in Warradale features a super tall tower with long slides and plenty of fun for bike riders.
Review by Claire Davill
Hamilton Park Reserve’s brand new playground features an imposing, tall tower with three tube slides of differing lengths. These are some of the longest tube slides we’ve seen, and you have a […]

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Wakefield Reserve l Morphett Vale l Review

Wakefield Reserve in Morphett Vale has had a fabulous upgrade, thanks to The City of Onkaparinga’s community engagement initiative.
Review by Jo Parkinson
Wakefield Reserve is situated on Acre Avenue in Morphett Vale, not far from Southgate Plaza Shopping Centre. It is spread out over a large area, with two separate playgrounds that are connected by a […]

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Flagstaff Hotel l Indoor Playground & Kids Eat Free l Review

Flagstaff Hotel in Darlington offers family friendly dining, an indoor playground and kids eat free deals.
We love taking the family out for dinner, and we love it even more when the kids are entertained! The Flagstaff Hotel has a new indoor playground and it’s super fun to explore. And as an added bonus, Kids Eat […]

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Hallett Cove Conservation Park & the Boatshed Cafe | Review

Explore the picturesque walking trails and take in the breathtaking coastal views from Hallett Cove Conservation Park and dine in or takeaway from the newly renovated Boatshed Cafe.
It can sometimes be the simple things like getting back to nature and breathing in the sea air to help us slow down in this busy, fast paced […]

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McElligott’s Reserve – Ninja Course Playground | Springfield | Review

McElligott’s Quarry Ninja Course Playground in Springfield
A brand new ninja course that’s actually suitable for smaller kids is now open in McElligott’s Quarry Reserve – and it even has it’s own hand-crank powered digital timer! Perfect  for kids to race and challenge themselves over the multiple obstacles.
Review by Claire Davill
With a defined start and finish […]

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Mortlock Reserve Playground | Colonel Light Gardens | Review

Mortlock Reserve Playground in Colonel Light Gardens
Mortlock Reserve contains an extensive playground, with something for everyone, blending old and new equipment with all the facilities you need.
Review by Claire Davill
Mortlock Reserve playground is nestled between Colonel Light Gardens Primary School and several playing fields. This means that it can get VERY busy when kid’s sport […]

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Everard Park Reserve and Playground l Review

Everard Park Reserve and Playground
This park is a hidden gem, and it’s situated just off Anzac Highway.
Review by Jo Parkinson
The City of Unley’s Everard Park reserve and playground is a cute, clean, and well-maintained little park that has it all. It has excellent play equipment, lots of shade, BBQ facilities, and our two favourite things; […]

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Pine Reserve Playground | Aberfoyle Park | Review

Pine Reserve Playground in Aberfoyle Park has had an upgrade!
Review by Brooke Hendry
Have you ever lived in an area for years and not realised that you had an absolute treasure of a playground literally around the corner?
This is what has happened to us. How did we not know about Pine Reserve Playground in Aberfoyle Park? We’ve […]

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Glenthorne National Park- Ityamaiitpinna Yarta Adventure Playground

Glenthorne National Park – Ityamaiitpinna Yarta Adventure Playground | O’Halloran Hill | Review

Discover the Ultimate Adventure at Glenthorne National Park – Ityamaiitpinna Yarta’s Amazing Nature Playground.
If you’re looking for a fun family day out then you’re going to love the new (and massive) adventure playground at Glenthorne National Park – Ityamaiitpinna Yarta. It’s an absolute winner – for kids of all ages and abilities. There’s a lot […]

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Glenthorne National Park – Ityamaiitpinna Yarta | Adventure Playground Opens 30 Jul 2023

[ July 30, 2023; ]
Nature Play Adventure Playground Opens at Glenthorne National Park-Ityamaiitpinna Yarta 
Glenthorne National Park-Ityamaiitpinna Yarta is one of Adelaide’s newest national parks, and is located 16km south of Adelaide in the suburb of O’Halloran Hill.

Thanks to invest­ment from the City of Mar­i­on, the nature play space at the park was expand­ed to fea­ture extra addi­tions includ­ing a fly­ing […]

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Mick O’Shea’s Hotel l Kids Eat Free | Review

Kids Eat Free at the Mick O’Shea’s Hotel in Hackham.
If you want to take the family out for dinner without blowing the budget, head to Mick O’Shea’s Hotel and take advantage of their kids eat free deals.
Review By Jo Parkinson
Situated on Main South Road at Hackham, Mick O’Shea’s Hotel has loads of character, and is […]

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The Flipside Barcade at Daw Park | Review

The Flipside Barcade at Daw Park
Revisit your youth and introduce your youngsters to some retro entertainment at Adelaide’s only ‘barcade’.
Review by Carla Caruso
What do you get when you cross TV shows Stranger Things and Cheers?
The Flipside Barcade!
That’s at least how it felt when we visited the family-friendly venue in Daw Park, which opened in November 2022.
The spot […]

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McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre l Review

McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitors Centre, Cafe and Play Space.
Don’t be fooled by the name… McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre is so much more than a place for tourists. With its cute kitchen garden café, art gallery, awesome nature playground and yummy gin tasting, this is one spot that you need to […]

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Capella Drive Reserve Playground & Skate Park – Hallett Cove l Review

Capella Drive Reserve in Hallett Cove Playground, Skate Park, Bike Track – Review
By Jo Parkinson
Calling all kids who love to skate, scoot and ride…  the newly upgraded Capella Drive Reserve Playground is now complete and ready to check out!
The City of Marion’s Capella Drive Reserve Playground in Adelaide’s south is the perfect place to go […]

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Hugh Johnson Boulevard Reserve, Sheidow Park

Hugh Johnson Boulevard Reserve | Sheidow Park

Hugh Johnson Boulevard Reserve in Sheidow Park received a $1.6 million dollar upgrade and was officially opened to the public on Sunday 28 August 2022 by the Mayor of Marion, Kris Hanna and the South Australian Minister for Planning, the Hon Nick Champion MP.
The reserve has so much offer to offer families – take your […]

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Bowker Oval Playground | North Brighton

Bowker Oval Playground in North Brighton – Review
By Claire Davill
Tucked away in the backstreets of North Brighton, this newly-installed playground has plenty to keep kids entertained – but the facilities surrounding the playground are what really makes it stand out.
Installed in July 2022, the Bowker Oval Playground features a variety of play equipment including plenty […]

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Christopher Grove Reserve | Fairy Playspace | O’Halloran Hill

Christopher Grove Reserve Fairy Playspace 
Can you keep a secret? We have found out where the fairies live!
Review by Jo Parkinson
If you have a little one who loves elves and fairies, then the City of Marion’s gorgeous Christopher Grove Reserve at O’Halloran Hill is the perfect place to visit.
Let their imaginations run wild as they explore […]

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Seaside Park Playground | Moana | Review

Seaside Park Playground Moana | Review
By Jo Parkinson
Ahoy, me hearties! Come aboard the pirate ship at Moana’s newest playground, Seaside Park. This treasure in the south is just waiting to be explored!
The playground is located on a large block in part of a new housing estate and is suitable for children of all ages. […]

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Belair National Park Adventure Playground | Review

Belair National Park Adventure Playground Review
Review by Claire Davill
The Adventure Playground in Belair National Park is an oldie but a goodie, with plenty of old-school play equipment and space to run, ride and explore. The equipment is showing its age but has obviously stood the test of time and still provides plenty of adventure for […]

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Nature Themed Playground at Harbour Town Adelaide

Nature Themed Playground at Harbour Town Adelaide
Harbour Town’s nature themed playground opened in October 2021 and is the perfect spot for kids to stop and play after shopping at the premium outlet stores.
Suitable for all young adventurers, the playground is fully undercover, with toilets located nearby. Kids can explore the wooden climbing equipment complete with […]

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Glenelg foreshore playground

Glenelg Foreshore Playspace | Glenelg | Review

Glenelg Foreshore Playground Review
The foreshore of Glenelg has long been a place for visitors and locals alike to visit with the historical jetty, eateries and attractions, but the $1.3M Glenelg Foreshore Playspace installed in 2015 has given this area a new purpose. It’s a great place for families to stop and enjoy the atmosphere, and […]

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The Highway | Family Dining in Plympton | Review

The Highway – Review
Located on Anzac Highway in Plympton, The Highway is a fantastic venue for family meals, from small groups to large family get togethers. For casual dining, The Highway Bistro offers a family friendly setting with a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for families with children.  Outside you’ll find their Lounge/Deck area with a variety of […]

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Aldinga Emerald Boulevard Reserve

Aldinga Emerald Boulevard Reserve Playground with 2 Big Slides | Review

Aldinga Emerald Boulevard Reserve – Review 
This Aldinga playground is a great little stop for locals, if you happen to be in the Aldinga area, or like us, having a stay at Sellicks Beach. It’s one for slide lovers with 2 large slides plus a smaller one, a flying fox, tunnel, spinner, and hill to climb. […]

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Da Costa Reserve play space Glenelg East

Da Costa Reserve Playspace Redevelopment | Glenelg East | Opening Jun 2021

Da Costa Reserve Playspace Redevelopment
Work has begun on the redevelopment of the Da Costa Reserve play space at Glenelg East.
When completed, it’ll boast a flying fox, additional monkey bars and more opportunities for toddler play. The works are expected to be complete by the end of May.
The existing Da Costa Reserve Playspace equipment reached the […]

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Wittunga Botanic Garden Nature Playspace

Nature Playspace | Wittunga Botanic Garden

[ April 13, 2021; ]
Wittunga Botanic Garden Nature Playspace – Review 
Wittunga Botanic Garden’s nature playspace is a fabulous space that provides a unique place to play in a glorious botanical setting.
It was opened in April 2021 and designed with the aim to be a fun way for children to learn about the environment and build strong connections with nature. […]

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Morton Road Sports and Community Hub | Christies Downs

Niipu-niipu Wama/Morton Park and Morton Road Sports and Community Hub
The completion of the sprawling, family-friendly park at Christie Downs’ Morton Road Reserve is the latest construction milestone for the Sports and Community Hub.
This park was formally named on 19 October 2021 following community consultation. The Aboriginal name ‘Niipu-niipu Wama’ means ‘friendship park’ in the Kaurna […]

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