Tim | 91��ý for Kids – The Ultimate Family Guide

Frank Norton Reserve Playground, Torrensville

Find it at: Rankine Road, Torrensville Frank Norton Reserve in Torrensville reopened in August 2025, undergoing an exciting transformation into a vibrant, family-friendly play space. The upgraded playground features a wide range of engaging equipment, including a climbing frame, flying fox, slides, swings, in-ground trampolines, sand and water play, hammocks, spinners, and even a hamster wheel. The design is inspired by the site’s mature fig...

Partridge House Playground and Gardens

* A renewal is currently underway at the Partridge House Playground with upgrades due to be completed by November, 2025. The renewal of the play space will involve replacing all existing play equipment with nature-based play equipment. This is one of my favourite parks. A beautiful park/playground perfect for the kids to have a play on the playground, enjoy a run on the grass or explore the beautiful manicured gardens. Partridge House is a...

Naval Reserve Playground, Birkenhead

Find it at: Heath Street, Birkenhead The 2022 upgrade to Naval Reserve out Port 91��ý way includes some fabulous playground equipment to challenge the bigger kids. Featuring a huge tower, which is a challenge to climb, with an attached tube slide, there is also a 3-3 basketball court and some swings and equipment for the smaller kids. There is plenty of nature play here, plus a nice big sand pit, so the kids will have a blast exploring this...

The Best Playground Slides in 91��ý

Everyone loves a slide, so we put together a bucket list of 91��ý’s best slides for you to tick off for the school holidays and beyond, and with all the amazing new playgrounds popping up all over the place at the moment you don’t have to drive too far out of the CBD to find one. Here’s the list of what we think are THE TOP TEN slides you’ll find in 91��ý (in no particular order) To find out more about the playgrounds you’ll find them in...

Coast is Calling Vouchers

A brand-new initiative from the South Australian Tourism Commission, this scheme aims to support tourism in coastal regions affected by recent algal blooms. The program releases 20,000 vouchers (valued up to $500) to encourage families, including those in 91��ý, to travel to impacted areas during Spring. Key facts: Tourism operator Expressions of Interest: Tuesday 26 August – Friday 29 August 2025  Ballot opens: Friday, 19 September 2025...

Mount Lofty Family Friendly Hike

Lets just be straight up here. Climbing Mt Lofty isn’t fun. It may have been sort of fun when you were 20, but now that you are old enough to injure yourself if you sneeze too hard, we need family orientated fitness that isn’t going to end up with some sort of surgery. Thankfully Mt Lofty-Lite is here, so you can get the fancy insta photo at the top with only half the exercise! Brilliant! Steub Trail (named after the Cleland...

Burchell Reserve Playground St Peters

Find it at: Sixth Avenue, St Peters Burchell Reserve offers a quiet, fenced play space perfect for younger kids to explore and enjoy. While simple, the equipment is well-maintained and the surrounding reserve adds to its family appeal. Key Features: Rope climber and swings In ground trampoline Spinner Tennis court Open grassy areas for free play or ball games Also includes toilets and a BBQs, great for toddlers and preschoolers in a calm...

Archibald Reserve Playground Valley View

Find it at: Renfrew Drive, Hawthorndene Archibald Reserve is a hidden gem with plenty to offer kids of all ages. This upgraded playground sits within a quiet park surrounded by open space and sporting facilities. Key Features: Multi-level play structure with climbing walls and slides Flying fox Swings including an accessible seat Half basketball court and netball hoop nearby Small bike track adjacent to playground This reserve is ideal for...

Dalston Reserve Playground Modbury

Find it at: Britten Avenue, Modbury Dalston Reserve is a peaceful, tree-lined local park offering a lovely playground suited to toddlers and younger children. With plenty of shade and open space, it’s a great option for a quiet outdoor escape. Key Features: Climbing structure with slide, rope bridge, and monkey bars Swings including a toddler swing Spinner for added sensory fun Natural shade from large trees Grassy areas ideal for ball games or...

Lobethal Bushland Park

Find it at: Kenton Valley Rd, Lobethal We love that this beautiful spot in the 91��ý Hills boasts some smaller equipment and sensory play for the little crew, plus of course the huge climbing tower and tube slide for the big kids. We raced down for a visit shortly after it opened in March 2022 and we have to say, it is an incredible facility but there are definitely a few things to look out for. Firstly, lets address the elephant in the...

Tanunda Recreation Park and Playground

Find it at: Bilyara Rd, Tanunda Tanunda Recreation Park received an upgrade with an inclusive playground in 2022 and it is fabulous! Features of the Inclusive Playground include a brilliant double flying fox which includes a seated option which is perfect for the little ones to be included. This was ideal for us as we raced the little kids vs the older kids to determine the family flying fox champion! You will also find in-ground trampolines,...

The Square at West Beach Parks

Find it at: Hamra Avenue, West Beach The $2.9m 2024 development at West Beach Parks is a beautiful open space, tucked in the heart of the West Beach Parks precinct on Hamra Avenue.Developed right on the West Beach coastline, the plan includes the space being utilised for community events, recreation and play. They have also retained natural vegetation. Set on the unique coastal precinct of West Beach Parks, it also includes a kiosk (Oceanique...

South Terrace Glover Playground

Find it at: South Terrace 91��ý Another fully fenced park in the city, this South Terrace playground is located near the Unley/Pulteney Road intersection of the Parklands. Well equipped and better suited for slightly older kids than the one a few blocks West, this playground includes a good sized, seated flying fox, numerous toddler and regular swings, slides for all ages and spring rockers. It also has a sizable climbing net for older kids,...

Fox Creek Bike Park

Fox Creek Bike Park, nestled in the 91��ý Hills at Cudlee Creek, is an ideal destination for families seeking outdoor adventure. Just a 30-minute drive from 91��ý, this expansive 800-hectare park offers over 50 km of trails catering to all skill levels, making it perfect for riders of all ages. For families and beginners, the park features several green-rated trails designed for ease and enjoyment. The “Easy Rider” trail provides a gentle...

Robe Street Playground

Robe is about to get a fantastic new playground and this will be a fabulous addition to the beloved tourist town in the South East. This innovative design features a range of exciting elements, including nature play, a basketball half-court, a cubby house, and engaging rope activity nets, all aimed at fostering creativity and active play. Construction is set to begin in February 2025, and we cannot wait to watch it come together. Find more...

Robe Foreshore Playground

Find it at: Mundy Street, Robe Located at the end of the Mundy St in Robe and located right on the foreshore surrounded by grass this playground has a magical view. Robe is a magical place and this fully fenced playground aimed at the under 8s is the ideal spot to let the kids run around whilst you soak in the epic views. Featuring a small climbing tower and slide, plus swings, check this one out on your next weekend away down the South...

Lucia Place Reserve Playground, Mawson Lakes

Find it at: Lucia Place, Mawson Lakes This quaint little play area was a little tricky to find but we are certainly glad we did. With 4 kids in tow ranging from 2 , 3 , 5 and 8 years old this playground was great for all these ages. The 8 year old loved the small flying fox along with all the challenging climbing pieces that featured several varieties of monkey bars with each frame requiring different skills set. He also loved the grassed area...

Mini Max at AFL Max

If you have a 2 to 5 year old who loves footy, or just being active, then do we have something for you! AFL Max is a world class facility out at the airport, we all know that. But our now 4yo has for the past few years been spending Sunday mornings at a 45 minute structured fundamental movement skill sessions….Mini Max! Yes footy played a key theme but it is just a small part in what will become a standard part of our weeks moving...

Knightsbridge Reserve Playground Leabrook

Find it at: Phillip Avenue, Leabrook This quaint little neighbourhood playground is nestled in the quiet suburb of Leabrook and the was upgraded in 2024. Fully fenced and whilst there is no shade provided, the playground is situated under some beautiful big old gum trees that do provide some protection from the sun. There are also a few smaller trees around the edge off the grassed area that provide small amounts of shade for those wanting a...

Jenny Mathews Playground Robe

Find it at: Robe Street, Robe Besides the fact that this playground has lots to do for the kids, after an upgrade in 2025 the a BIGGEST BONUS of this Robe playground is that it’s situated right behind Mahalia coffee factory coffee shop. Come for breakfast, lunch or just a coffee and you can sit outside on the deck whilst the kids sneak through the gate and enjoy this play space. Whilst not the most attractive play space we have seen the...

Magpie Drive Reserve Playground, Murray Bridge

Find it at: Magpie Drive, Murray Bridge This 2024 built playground up at Murray Bridge is a suburban level playground aimed at the under 10s. The revamped playground features a range of exciting new equipment, including: A dish swing, single swing, face-to-face swing and an adult face to face swing Rocker Trampoline A flying fox Tower combination unit with slides, bride, nets and fireman’s pole Fitness equipment Thanks to the City of Murray...

Karkunga Reserve Playground

Find it at: Everard Avenue, Keswick This fab little playground had several upgrades through 2024 and 2025. This place is a fantastic local facility, with a shaded modern playground full of unique climbing areas for the kids to explore. The whole playground is shaded by sails in fact, with a number of play areas with a range of equipment to suit most ages. Throw in a fantastic oval, basketball court, pump track and tennis court facilities, and...

Aldinga Skate Park

Aldinga Skate Park is the perfect spot for kids, teens, and even parents to enjoy some active fun together, with the 2025 built skate park part of a long term vision to redevelop the Aldinga. Skate Park The park is thoughtfully designed by CONVIC (A world leader in skate park and youth space design and construction) with all skill levels in mind. Younger children can safely practice on the gentle slopes and wide open areas, while more...

Bundey’s Paddock / Tidlangga Playground

Find it at: Corner of Bundeys Road and MacKinnon Parade, North 91��ý There are two main playground areas within the North 91��ý Playspace both with similar equipment but one lower to the ground and therefore better for 1-4 year olds, while the slightly bigger equipment is well suited to ages 4-10. Each playground section has HEAPS of options for climbing including lots of different wood and rope sections, log balance beams, wooden...

Sturt Reserve Park and Playground, Murray Bridge

**NEW PLAYSPACE COMING SOON**A multi-million-dollar play space is on the way for Sturt Reserve. The play space’s crowning feature would be a climbable, sensory “play sculpture” in the shape of Pondi, the giant cod who carved out the course of the River Murray according to a Ngarrindjeri legend. It will also include: sand and water play areas trampolines, a carousel, a flying fox and a parkour area a circle of swings hammocks, shade structures...

Glenunga Hub Playground

Find it at: L’Estrange Street, Glenunga Glenunga hub playground opened in 2017 and quickly became one of our favourites! Fully fenced and with plenty of natural and artificial shade, this is the perfect toddler playground. The fantastic water play is one of the best set ups we have come across, with a range of outlets for kids to explore the movement of the water (or just pour it over themselves. Same same). With a few swings, rockers and...

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