Many of us have fond memories of jumping on a home or playground trampoline as children. And although they are an absolute joy to bounce on, trampolines can be quite dangerous if not used safely. Fortunately, design and technological advances
Exercise for kids is a tricky topic, as many adults believe that children burn off enough energy on their own. However, as kids have increased access to sit-down entertainment (TV, video games, etc), it’s very important to actively encourage your
When most adults think about exercise, their minds immediately jump to ‘working out’ – hitting the gym, running on a treadmill or swimming laps. Many people therefore believe that planned exercise is not suitable for children, when really, exercise is
Today, planning playgrounds can be a minefield. What used to be as simple as installing a humble swing has transformed into a demand for risk-free, sophisticated, age-appropriate equipment that develops the young – as well as the young at heart. At the
The success of a playground can be measured by the crowds. This is definitely the case for the new Waterview Reserve playground which has earned its label as a ‘destination’ playground. Recent reports from planning firm Boffa Miskell cite that
Where to find the best playground equipment in Australia The first thing that overseas visitors usually comment on when they visit Australia is our incredible weather. Many home-grown Aussies take these dreamy conditions for granted and spend more time indoors than
Staying healthy and active in Australia While joining a gym to stay healthy and active in summer, spending time working out in natural settings has the potential to improve your overall wellbeing and energy levels. Our sunshine-soaked states and scenic landscapes
When you’re a kid, it’s hard to think of an everyday activity more exciting than going to the playground. As soon as your Mum or Dad let go of your hand you’d be off like a shot, grabbing the best
Playgrounds are places of adventure, joy and imagination, where children create memories to carry with them for the rest of their lives. Above all, we need to ensure these are happy memories, rather than a recollection of various bumps and
To combat the growing obesity rate in the Australian Capital Territory, the ACT government launched the new ‘Find Fitness Outdoors’ website, designed to help Canberra residents take advantage of local outdoor fitness opportunities. Targeted to people of all ages and fitness
Working with exercise and movement professionals lets Playground Centre design spaces that work out all parts of the body, and Levi Park is a great example. From the lower legs through to the neck, this playground has it covered. Whether it’s
We are always happy to see our work showcased online by playground lovers like us! Our equipment was mentioned on TheWeek.com recently, in an article which proves that you’re never too old for a good playground. The article is called “9