Best Playgrounds in the Hunter Valley for Kids and Families
The Hunter Valley has some fantastic playgrounds — here’s our guide to the best parks across the region, from Maitland to Singleton and everywhere in between.
Best Playgrounds in Lake Macquarie for Kids and Families
Lake Macquarie has some brilliant playgrounds — here’s our guide to the best parks across the region, from Speers Point to Morisset, with local tips on what to expect at each one.
Best Playgrounds in Newcastle for Kids and Families
Newcastle has some fantastic playgrounds — here’s our guide to the best parks across the city, from Adamstown to Wallsend and everywhere in between, with local tips on what to expect at each one.
Blackbutt Reserve Newcastle | Animals, Playgrounds & Picnics
Blackbutt Reserve in New Lambton is one of Newcastle’s best free family days out. Here’s everything you need to know — animals, feeding times, playgrounds, café and how to get there.
Best Playgrounds in Port Stephens for Kids and Families
Discover the best playgrounds in Port Stephens for kids, from beachside play spaces to shaded parks in Nelson Bay, Fingal Bay, Anna Bay and beyond.
Best Adventure Playgrounds for Older Kids in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
There’s loads of fun playgrounds in the Newcastle region but sometimes you need more challenging and adventurous playgrounds for older kids. These include things like more advanced climbing equipment and flying foxes.
Fenced Playgrounds in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Here’s our big list of playgrounds in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter which are fenced, perfect if you have a new walker (or runner!) in your family. We’ve included a list of fully-fenced and partially-fenced playgrounds.
Playgrounds with All-Abilities Equipment in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Visit a playground that includes play equipment for people of all abilities. Every child deserves to have fun at a playground and inclusiveness should always be promoted. Here are the playgrounds we’ve found in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter that include all-abilities equipment.
Playgrounds With Basketball Courts in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
If you and your kids want to shoot some hoops or play basketball, here are playgrounds with basketball courts in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter.
Visit Chartley Street Reserve Playground at Warners Bay
Take little ones for a play at Chartley Street Reserve in Warners Bay. There’s lots of fun, brightly-coloured play equipment and it provides a quieter alternative to Warner Park.
All Ages Will Love Bower Reserve Playground in Medowie
Two playgrounds, exercise area & half-sized netball/basketball court, bike & scooter paths and public art makes Bower Reserve Playground in Medowie a top family spot.
Maitland Park Playground: Fully Fenced and All Abilities
Visit Maitland Park Playground, a fenced all-abilities playground with equipment suited to a range of ages.
4 Parks to Visit in the Raymond Terrace Area
If you are driving to or through the Raymond Terrace area, here are four great parks to check out.
Dangar Park Playground in Mayfield: Fun Neighbourhood Playground
Drop in for a play at Dangar Park in Mayfield. It’s a small but fun neighbourhood park next to Mayfield Pool.