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 […]
Tune into the benefits of musical equipment in playgrounds >
Music makes the world go round, and it can have such a great, positive effect on young and developing minds! […]
The splash-tactic benefits of Sand & Water Play equipment for kids >
Sand and water are such simple elements that can play a significant role in the development of our children. It […]
Days of the NEW school playground >
What is Electronic Interactive Play? Technology has taken the world by storm, and there’s no reason that traditional outdoor play […]
Power of towers: 6 ways that towers improve playgrounds >
1. Let’s get physical (& psychological) Towers are a smart way to get a host of health benefits from one […]
5 ways to promote growth through play >
Playtime for our children is far more than just fun and games. Not only is it a valuable educational opportunity, […]
Playgrounds: To theme or not to theme? >
Today’s playgrounds are fast becoming wonderlands of make-believe play and creativity. So, how far do you go when it comes […]
Play vs exercise: Encouraging children to be fit and healthy >
Fresh air and movement are vital for the well-being and growth of children, however certain games are also key in […]
New park fitness equipment and digital campaign encourage healthy lifestyles in Canberra >
To combat the growing obesity rate in the Australian Capital Territory, the ACT government launched the new ‘Find Fitness Outdoors’ […]
Is playtime more important than homework? >
If there’s a single attribute we’d like to see on every child’s face, it’s happiness. The sound of their laughter […]