Grit and determination at play >
Step aside swings and slides. There’s a new trend in playgrounds that is hitting the scene. And it’s coming to […]
The benefits of local playgrounds >
Mention the word playground and watch young faces instantly light up with joy! Fond childhood memories are always filled with […]
Back to nature: Using timber to create a natural, greener playground >
Extending to more than just playgrounds, a popular design trend in recent years has been a move towards building sustainable […]
How to design the ultimate skate park >
Skate Parks- they’re proven to be a positive way to keep the kids out of trouble, pull them off the […]
The Best Equipment for Active Senior Living >
Just as it’s important for growing children to exercise, it’s essential as we age to integrate a holistic fitness routine […]
Outdoor fitness equipment: What are the benefits? >
Outdoor gyms are playing an important role to increase exercise and combat today’s sedentary lifestyle in New Zealand and Australia. […]
Why parks and playgrounds aren’t nice to have but must-haves! >
Parks and playgrounds are absolutely essential to public health. As we celebrate World Health Day on 7 April, a quick […]
Which swings should you choose when planning a playground? >
A staple amongst playgrounds, swing sets have long provided fond memories of playtime during childhood. No doubt one of the […]
Balancing adventure and safety in the playground >
First and foremost, a playground must be safe. However, a playground is also a place of adventure and challenge. Creating […]
The effect of urbanisation on play >
Australian and New Zealand may not be as populated as our friends in Europe or America, but we stick together. […]
The case of the missing playground slide >
New Zealand’s Glenbervie School recently went through a slide saga, when their new double slide was stolen over the school […]
The economic benefits of playgrounds >
Here at Playground Centre we are the ‘play professionals’ and are genuinely committed to providing communities with a fun and […]