live wire park, lorne
/Live Wire Park in Lorne us one of the BEST outdoor adventure experiences and a must do on your holiday down the Great Ocean Road.
Read MoreLive Wire Park in Lorne us one of the BEST outdoor adventure experiences and a must do on your holiday down the Great Ocean Road.
Read More**NOTE: Due to vandalism and fire damage Rabbit HOle Play Centre is currently closed. Check their socials and website for updates. - April 2024 WOW! The playcentre is huge! Mamma has never seen so many different kinds of slides, unique climbing equipment and fun all in the one spot. Rabbit Hole is Playcentre indoor fun heaven.
Read MoreEven if you are the least artistic person on the planet you will LOVE these sip and paint sessions at Pinot and Picasso in Yarraville.
Read MoreOld world carnival vibes might be lost on the little ones, but the fun and exhilaration of bobbing along on the back of a horse is not. Only pure joy can be had as the carousel rides out towards the sea and back again!
Read MoreFairy Park is very special to Mamma. We first visited over 35 years ago and now we just keep coming back with our own kids. The amazing Fairy Park was built in 1959 when the displays were predominantly made by hand and despite being updated it still holds its magical kitschy qualities. The park is FULL of fun from over 20 fairytale displays, a Camelot playground, dragons and inspiring castles. Fairy Park really is the ultimate for family fun - be prepared to make some serious memories!
Read MoreOk, Mamma has decided where she will be hanging all day from now. Epic Arena is fantastic for virtual golf, VR games, parties and more! Golf Simulator, Golf Lessons and VR games - right here in the heart of Newport. Epic Arena caters for the golfer addicts to newbies. You can simulate playing at the best golf courses in the world, or maybe mini golf, or even just smash some windows.
Read MoreBounce in Geelong is THE place for fun! Offering a range of adventure-challenge features for adrenaline hunters of any age, a ‘Free-Jumping’ arena encompassing wall to wall trampolines and a giant airbag for developing freestyle skills and practicing tricks, and a Ninja Course too, your little ones are going to be entertained for hours. For the climbers, there are indoor climbing walls and a playground.
Read MoreJump, bounce and spin your way into Flip Out! This venue is stocked with in-floor and wall trampolines, mini jungle gym with slides, trampoline half court with basketball hoop (slam dunks all day!), and two foam pits - one for juniors, one for over 10’s - where you can jump on the super bouncy Olympic trampolines and spin and flip your way into a pool of foam blocks! WOW!
Read MoreReady to rumble amongst the jungle giants? Leo’s Kingdom Party and Play Centre in Altona North is open for play! Full of hippo heads, ride-on zebras, creeping crocs and proud lions, the jungle themed play centre will have your little ones roaring with excitement for hours on end! There are new aircon facilities installed and fantastic party rooms to host your kiddo’s special day too.
Read MoreGreendale Sunflowers has JUST OPENED again for picking and it is STUNNING. There are sunflowers as far as the eye can see - blanketed over the rolling hills, and it is a sight to behold. Bring your secateurs and a basket and head into the forest of yellow to choose your own special stalks.
Read MoreFrom the moment you step into the Starkids salon, you are treated to fantastic service, friendly staff and oodles of smiles. All of the products used here are high quality, chemical free and non-toxic too, making it the safest kind of fun when it comes to glamour and beauty!
Read MorePlaycentre heaven! Got some kiddos with a little too much energy in the afternoon? Or your little babe needs a something else to clamber up instead of your furniture? Tumbles Play Centre in Williamstown is a real favourite for locals, and there’s no wonder why! Spacious, clean playing areas for children where the adults can sit and enjoy a coffee with a good view of the play zones.
Read MoreMamma loves feeling on top of the world! And the VIEW from up here does not disappoint - is absolutely striking. At Reeds Lookout, you can expect to enjoy almost 360 views over the Central Grampians. From there, you can access a 1km shady track to another lookout known as The Balconies - a track perfect for little legs, prams and wheelchairs.
Read MoreClimb West is the only bouldering gym in the west. Located in Altona this amazing space is dedicated to all things climbing.
Read MoreThe Nook will make you feel as if you’ve stopped to rest at a quaint country town. A 20 minute walk from the centre of Sunbury, it features Jacksons Creek waterhole and a beautiful, natural open space.
Read MoreMamma LOVES a good family picnic spot and this is up there with the best in Melbourne.. The State Rose Garden in Werribee South is magical with a touch of whimsy where you can’t help feeling that you’ve fallen down Alice’s rabbit hole into an intoxicating flower paradise. The garden itself is meticulously set out in the shape of a rose with shady spots around the edge and a gazebo too.
Read MoreThis surf park, URBNSURF, is incredible! With its clear blue water and areas for beginners, it’s perfect for ages 6+ to practice on softboards or bodyboards. URBNSURF also features a playground, grassy spots, and the amazing Three Blue Ducks café. Sessions are an hour—arrive early for your briefing, then relax and enjoy!
Read MoreMOPA (Museum of Play and Art) in Geelong is a family must-visit. Inspired by Tom and Billie’s travels, it features the 'Zoom Room' with cars and ramps, a 'Performance Room' for dressing up, a Picasso-like art wall, a soft play area, a rainbow tunnel, a 'free play' room, and an outdoor area for painting a real car. Fun for all ages but designed for kids 12 months and up! MOPA is a must in Geelong!
Read MoreTruly a breathtaking place to take the family. The Grampians is one of our families favourite places to go in Victoria.
Read MoreTurn up, suit up, buckle up and ZOOM UP at the super cool Ifly in Essendon Fields! Experiencing zero gravity in a safe and fun environment without jumping from a plane is a BIG YES from Mamma. Experienced trainers take you through everything you need to know beforehand, plus they are in the chamber with you so you always feel safe. Suitable for ages 3 and up.
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