Mention the word playground and watch young faces instantly light up with joy! Fond childhood memories are always filled with days at the local playground, making new friends and creating a world of adventure. While there’s no denying their fun,
Extending to more than just playgrounds, a popular design trend in recent years has been a move towards building sustainable communities. Using natural and raw materials, playgrounds are being designed to incorporate the natural surrounding environment. Making a playground design an
Skate Parks- they’re proven to be a positive way to keep the kids out of trouble, pull them off the couch and get the adrenaline pumping! They’re an excellent place for socialising, and are the edgy advocate for a healthy,
As we age, injuries can occur more frequently, aches and pains can appear out of nowhere, muscle resilience decreases and we begin to lose strength. All in all, our bodies are less forgiving and it’s easy to lose the energy
Outdoor gyms are playing an important role in getting Australians to increase their exercise and combat today’s sedentary lifestyle. With record levels of obesity present amongst children especially, the introduction of outdoor fitness equipment presents a fun way to get
Parks and playgrounds are absolutely essential to public health. As we celebrate World Health Day on 7 April, a quick glance at obesity statistics paints a worrying picture across Australia and New Zealand. The good news is that developers, councils and
A staple amongst playgrounds, swing sets have long provided fond memories of playtime during childhood. No doubt one of the oldest types of playground equipment, swings have stood the test of time and continue to be featured in almost every
First and foremost, a playground must be safe. However, a playground is also a place of adventure and challenge. Creating an environment where children can take risks, push past their comfort boundaries and learn new things is what makes a playground
Australian and New Zealand may not be as populated as our friends in Europe or America, but we stick together. About 85% of New Zealanders live in urban centres, with most living in Auckland. Similarly 85% of Australians live within 50km
New Zealand’s Glenbervie School recently went through a slide saga, when their new double slide was stolen over the school holidays. As reported by the Northern Advocate, they put out calls to their community: to return the slide and support
Here at Playground Centre we are the 'play professionals' and are genuinely committed to providing communities with a fun and safe space to enjoy life. We know that the benefits of playgrounds help our childrens physical and mental wellbeing, but
Music makes the world go round, and it can have such a great, positive effect on young and developing minds! Combined with the wholesome goodness of the great outdoors, music becomes an even more beneficial part of life. Outdoor musical