Get Up Close to Critters at Blackbutt Reserve Reptile Show
Don’t miss the reptile show at Blackbutt Reserve in Newcastle. It’s an educational & entertaining hands-on experience for kids and adults.
Blackbutt Reserve: Everything You Need to Know for a Great Visit
One of the most popular attractions in Newcastle, Blackbutt Reserve has reopened with new COVID-19 protocols. Here’s an insider’s guide to enjoying this popular Newcastle attraction.
Best Playgrounds in Newcastle for Toddlers
Playgrounds suitable for toddlers? Here’s a list of local playgrounds for toddlers that offer age-appropriate equipment, soft ground coverings, and some even have fencing for those kids who love to run.
Fun, Nature and Thrills for Kids at Newcastle TreeTop Adventure Park
Take your kids to TreeTop Adventure Park at Blue Gum Hills in Newcastle. It’s a super fun day out where kids can climb through the trees, cross wobbly obstacles and fly through the air on flying foxes.
Play by the Lake at Thomas H Halton Park at Croudace Bay
For a lakeside playground, visit Thomas H Halton Park (also known as Croudace Bay Park) and enjoy views of Lake Macquarie with a play.
New Timber Playground at Coldstream Crescent Playground in Rankin Park
Partially fenced, this new playground in Rankin Park contains a wooden play structure, swing set and logs for kids to balance and jump.
Fully Fenced Playground at Whitebridge Park
Harold Wesley Knight Park (also known as Whitebridge Park) is a beautiful fully-fenced suburban park with a kids playground and lots of green space.
Play at the Colourful Elbrook Reserve Playground in Rankin Park
Check out the colourful new play equipment at Elbrook Reserve in Rankin Park. The playground has recently been refurbished.
Practice Ninja Warrior Climbing Skills at Wallsend Park Playground
The playground at Wallsend Park, Wallsend is a gem! Kids can test their ninja climbing skills on the climbing wall and spinning rope climb.
Timber Playground at the Cressington Way Reserve in Wallsend
Cressington Way Playground in Wallsend has been refurbished and now features a cute timber playground.