West Beach Parks unveils new $2.9 million community square and play space.
The Square, a new beachside community space at West Beach Parks has officially opened, providing facilities for community recreation and play. Located on the coastal path between Glenelg and Henley Beach, the hub features a playground, butterfly garden, BBQ area, kiosk, and space for […]
The MiniBOUNCE Zone at Marleston is the ideal space for little movers five years and under.
Review by Adaire Prosser
You’ve probably heard about Bounce as the ideal spot for kids and teens to burn off energy, but if you have little movers, MiniBOUNCE will suit their needs. It is a fully enclosed separate space within the […]
The SAPOL Road Safety Centre has moved from Bonython Park in Adelaide to a new location in West Beach.
The new Road Safety Centre located within the West Beach Parks Precinct is now open to the public. It features a mock roadway where young pedestrians and cyclists can learn about road safety in a safe and […]
Semaphore Beach Playground is a huge playground right next to all the facilities at Semaphore Beach, with great climbing features, toddler-friendly equipment and plenty of shade.
Review by Claire Davill
There’s so much to see at Semaphore Beach, including the Semaphore Steam Train during the warmer months. The playground here is deceptively big, and its location right next […]
Osborne Foreshore Playground in Osborne is a seaside playground with everything you need – fully fenced, fully shaded, accessible equipment and toilet facilities.
Review by Claire Davill
This playground ticks all the boxes. There’s off-street parking, there’s a toilet nearby, the playground is fully fenced and fully shaded. There’s a variety of equipment, and access to the beach […]
Jaycee Park Playground in North Haven is a fully fenced playground with something for everyone.
Jaycee Park is located just south of the North Haven Marina, between Lady Gowrie Drive and the coastal bike and walking path. It’s a fully fenced, fully shaded playground with accessibility features and there’s a toilet and cafe nearby!
Review by Claire […]
The new playground at Spad Street Reserve in Albert Park is now open.
Works are complete and the redeveloped space at Spad Street Reserve is open for the local community to enjoy. Covering 3000m2 of open space, the new playground features inclusive equipment suitable for a variety of ages and abilities. There will be an official […]
Largs Bay Ice Cream Themed Playspace by the Sea – Playground Review.
Children and parents across Adelaide have been ice-screaming for this one: the brand new, long-awaited ice cream themed playground at the Largs Bay Foreshore.
The Port Adelaide Enfield Council has been upping its playground game with a spate of upgrades across the seafront and it […]
Hey Caddy’s new venue in West Lakes is a mini putt experience with elite holes that’ll keep everyone, at all levels, entertained.
Review by Carla Caruso
Mini golf has become a favourite family pastime of ours.
And, as we discovered, Hey Caddy’s new course in West Lakes is one of SA’s best.
We somehow timed our visit to the indoor […]
Polonia Reserve Playground in Croydon Park
A huge, unique, soccer ball themed structure is the centrepiece in the recently upgraded Polonia Reserve playground, and it’s one of the best climbing structures we’ve ever seen.
Review by By Claire Davill
Polonia Reserve playground opened to much fanfare in August 2023, and the fanfare is well-deserved. This is a fantastically […]
Olon – Indoor Sports & Virtual Reality Entertainment Centre in Seaton
This new venue has something for everyone, from indoor sports and fitness to immersive virtual and augmented experiences.
Review by Carla Caruso
The “olé” song is a popular chant used at soccer matches around the globe. And it’s also what your kids will feel like singing when they discover this […]
High Tide Cafe in Semaphore
High Tide, previously Whipped Baked Bar Cafe on Semaphore Road, is perfect for families.
Review September 2021
With the warmer weather upon us, beach side venues are buzzing with activity. High Tide, previously Whipped Baked Bar Cafe on Semaphore is perfect for families. They have a great range of all day breakfasts, fresh […]
McDonald’s West Richmond PlayPlace for Kids
The restaurant officially opened on Friday, 4 December 2020 and features modern décor, a McCafé and a dual-lane Drive-Thru. It will also incorporate solar panels on the roof, which will help power the restaurant.
The PlayPlace is 6 metres high, 5 metres wide and has 6 levels for children to play, […]
Christmas Lights in Adelaide 2020
WHERE ARE THE BEST STREETS TO SEE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS AROUND ADELAIDE?
We love going to see houses with beautiful Christmas light decorations. We’ve put together all the best streets in our guide below and you can find them in the Google Map below.
Every year the number of home owners who […]
Little Rockets Play Cafe at West Lakes
Little Rockets Play Café West Lakes is bigger than before and they’ve now opened at Westfield West Lakes, on the corner of West Lakes Boulevard and Turner Drive.
With exclusive new rides and play areas for the whole family:
Ninja gym course for plenty of jumping, climbing and fun
A supersized space-themed […]
BOUNCE at Marleston
Rediscover the magic at this oversized indoor playground, with trampolines and ninja obstacles galore.
Indoor trampoline park BOUNCE has flung open its doors again after a three-month closure due to government restrictions.
While the venue’s been shut to the public, the BOUNCE tribe have been very busy, behind the scenes, giving the place a refresh.
This […]
Apex Park Playground, on Burbridge Road, West Beach
The Apex Park Playground has always been a popular one and is one of our Top Playgrounds around Adelaide.
The Apex playground ticks all the boxes with being fully enclosed, has shade, toilets and something fun for different ages. Apex Park, where the playground is situated, had a significant upgrade […]
St Clair Recreation Precinct Playspace
St Clair Recreation Precinct Playspace in Woodville opened in December 2019.
The St Clair Recreation Precinct has something for everyone of all ages including a skate park, basketball ring, BBQ facilities, table tennis and multiple play spaces.
Located next to the St Clair Recreation Centre (where there’s coffee), you’ll find a fantastic all-inclusive […]
AFL Max has been taking Adelaide by storm since opening its doors. The 5,500sqm unique state-of-the-art footy skills and entertainment centre brings together the latest technology and traditional skills development for players and fans of all ages.
by Katrina Gogel
Sharpen up on your kicking, passing and tackling skills, climb, bounce, experience the excitement of a live […]
MJ McInerney Reserve at West Croydon – Review
by Carla Caruso
The play space at MJ McInerney Reserve in West Croydon opened in July 2019 and it’s a corker. Those out north-west, rejoice!
The revamped playground offers something for every age range, interest and season, and it’s all FREE … fun park fees not required.
You know that dilemma […]
St Clair Cheltenham Reserve Playground | Review
Torrens Road, near the corner of Cheltenham Road, St Clair
The St Clair Playspace was built as part of the huge residential development on the former Cheltenham Racecourse site, and opened in August 2016.
It’s a fabulous playground catering to kids of different ages, and sits beside beautiful wetlands. However, there […]
Roy Marten Reserve Playground at Taperoo (near Port Adelaide) is a fabulous play space for every age group.
The Roy Marten Playground is one of our top Adelaide playgrounds. It’s a must visit for locals, and if you happen to be in the Taperoo/Port Adelaide area. We think it’s worth visiting even if you don’t live […]
The Joe Wells Reserve project in Netley is now complete and ready for play!
Located on Comet Avenue in Netley, the new look play space is the result of a collaboration between Climbing Tree, Dirtwork Landscapes, Netley Kindergarten and the City of West Torrens. A little gem in the hidden back streets, the reserve features a collection […]
Point Malcolm Reserve Playground
Point Malcolm Reserve playground on Military Road in Semaphore Park has play spaces designed for kids of all ages.
There are climbing frames with a double lookout below joined by a net crossing and big slide. Plus a huge flying fox, nature play areas and equipment for younger kids with some shade sails.
BBQ […]
Allenby Gardens Reserve Accessible Playground
This is a fabulous inclusive playspace set in a family-friendly reserve and a great spot for a day out.
Review by Susannah Marks
The City of Charles Sturt and WillPlay have come together to create this inclusive play space at Allenby Gardens Reserve. With custom-designed equipment by Willplay SA, this is their first wheelchair accessible play […]
Train Park Croydon Playground Review
This train-themed, fenced playground in Croydon is perfect for kids who love trains
Review by Susannah Marks
If your kids are train enthusiasts then put this fun, train-themed playground on your list of playgrounds in Adelaide to visit. It’s one of our favourite playgrounds for toddlers in Adelaide. Although it’s actually called Croydon Playground Reserve my […]
Grant Place Reserve
Grant Place Reserve is a new playground which has recently been renovated by the City of Charles Sturt Council. It features play equipment and slides for both younger and older kids, a river bed sandpit, round-a-bout, four swings, a large climbing wall and a little bike track around the perimeter of the park. […]
Hart’s Mill Playground
The Hart’s Mill precinct at Port Adelaide includes a fantastic fully-fenced play space with equipment for kids of all ages.
You can’t miss this brightly coloured modern play equipment in yellow, which is juxtaposed aside the historic Hart’s Mill buildings.
You’ll find reminders of the longest continuously serving flour mill in South Australia (which operated from […]
The Kardi Yarta playground is located on the eastern corner of Victoria Road and Pelican Point Road in Osborne , an area formerly referred to as “Lefevre Cultural Park”. The project, designed by Defence SA and built by Renewal SA, was completed in 2013 and included consultation with Year 4 and 5 students at North […]
Lollipops Playland and Cafe – Review
When you walk into Lollipop’s Playland & Cafe in Croydon, the first thing you will notice is that it is HUGE. Bigger than how it looks from the exterior and undoubtedly the biggest play cafe in Adelaide.
There are plenty of tables to sit at while the kids play and there […]
