I called this post Wynnum,
but in fact I am concentrating on one area, and that is Wynnum Kids Water Park
& Playground, plus Whale Park & Wading area.
From where we live at Camp Hill
it takes twenty minutes by car to get there. This area is amazing on so many levels;
it is a playground dream for kids. With facilities like two separate playgrounds,
accessible toilets, shelter, nearby cafes, bike racks, parking and bike paths, Wynnum Kids Water Park
The Wynnum Wading Pool was
originally built during the 1930's Depression as part of the Unemployment
Relief System. The pool and adjoining playground is a much-loved destination
for a family day out. The pool fills with seawater at high tide and is an ideal
spot for kids to have some water fun, without having to venture out into the
open water.
A popular design feature of
one of the parks, which has an ocean theme, is the whale pod waterspray, with
its main attraction being that the children get sprayed by the spouting whales,
Jarvis had so much fun getting soaked! . There are several shaded spots of the playground,
however the water park is in the sun.
The park is also right next
to Pandanus beach – a sandy, calm little stretch of water, perfect for young
families. There is also the Jetty to walk and explore.
Besides the barbeques and
heaps of space to set up a picnic, there are many shops and cafes within easy
walking distance for snacks and supplies.
ps I know this post is image heavy, but there is so much to show.
I LOVE Wynnum!!! I just love to go there for the sea air and the fish and chips. There is a fantastic cafe right opposite the beach (Pelican's Nest) that does an amazing lunch. I think I need to go there again soon :P
ReplyDeleteOh and to answer your question, the vintage furniture and plants installation is at Indooroopilly shopping centre, downstairs opposite Woolies :D
We got our lunch at the Pelican's Nest! Will definitely have to head out to Indro
Deletelooks fantastic!. Jarvis looks like he has had a growth spurt....oh boy they grow up quick. Al x
ReplyDeleteAlthough he never puts on any weight, he just keeps getting taller and taller.
DeleteThat does look like such a great park!
ReplyDeleteI am definitely going to try to make it out there...perhaps next week? Fingers crossed this amazing weather hangs around and we have plenty of playground days in the weeks ahead!
I love it, so does Jarvis. There are two parks, a 'standard' one, and the ocean themed one. Plus the beach to explore, and the jetty and walk way. Jarvis and I spend hours there. Just remember changes of clothes, they end up wet no matter what, and sunblock.
DeleteI published a post yestday morning about parks - including Wynnum! My Boys love it out there!
ReplyDeleteI found your blog this mor driving from home (right near you!) to Calamvale for a park visit I found online....I'll let you know how it goes.
Looking forward to following you....xx
I try to find/visit at least one new park a fortnight. Will have to check out your recommendations
DeleteLooks like an amazing place, must check it out on our next visit to QLD. We have friends in the area, and at one point looked at moving to Wynnum - ended up staying put in Melbourne though!
ReplyDeleteThe whole area of Wynnum is great. I would be happy to live near the water.
DeleteHow cool is that park!! I'm on a mission to find creative, fun parks around Australia so I'll add this one to my list.
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Same. I am always on the look out for great free places to take Jarvis
DeleteCompletely jealous, this place looks awesome! I love all the pictures!
ReplyDeleteIt is an amazing suburb/park/beach/play area!
Deletegosh that place looks awesome! Image heavy posts are the very best kind xxxx
ReplyDeleteI always take so many photos of places I love, it is hard not to share them all
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