• Playgrounds

    Codrington Park, Pacific Pines

    Aimed at older kids (although catering for toddlers too), this playground is designed for climbing, with nets, bridges, posts and walls that will keep the ninja warriors occupied. Don't miss the flying fox too! Little ones can explore the pirate ship, bridges and sand play fort.

  • Attractions,  Indoors,  Playgrounds

    EMF Jnr play centre, Nerang

    EMF Jnr is the first of its kind on the Gold Coast, encompassing kids specific training rooms, a creche, party room and the most EPIC play centre on the Gold Coast. Divided into 5 different zones - toddler play, trampolines, jumping castle, kids play and ninja warrior course, there is something for everyone here!

  • Playgrounds

    Parklake Park, Maudsland

    Parklake Park at Maudsland can't be seen from the street, and so many people are surprised once they make their way down to it at how big the playground is! This playground caters well to kids of all ages, with two separate play structures and lots much more to discover. Set under lots of shady trees, plus a few shade cloth structures, you'll find a mega slide, toddler playground, flying fox, swings, huge sandpit and lots of imaginative play elements.

  • Attractions,  Family adventures,  Sensory play

    The Messy Place, Ashmore

    The Messy Place at Ashmore is the ultimate creative sensory play centre on the Gold Coast, designed exclusively for children under 6 years old. They offer creative and messy play sessions in a safe and enjoyable environment. Here, kids can unleash their imagination and make a mess, while parents relax and connect with not only their children, but other parents too!

  • Family life,  School

    3 meaningful first day of school gifts to help beat the nerves

    Whether you've got a Prep starting school for the first time, or you're a seasoned parent with kids off for another year, there are bound to be some nerves as we prepare for the first day at school. To help kick start the excitement and hopefully calm a few of those nerves, here are 3 first day of school gifts to help your child feel more confident as they start a new school year!

  • Animals,  Attractions,  Indoors

    Tamborine Mountain Glow Worm Caves

    The Tamborine Mountain Glow Worm caves are a great opportunity for the family to get up close and personal with thousands of tiny little glow worms! Usually only seen at night, their purpose built sanctuary on Tamborine Mountain means you can support glow worm conservation and see them during day light hours.

  • Attractions,  Family adventures,  Nature

    Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Burleigh Heads

    It's likely you've taken the coastal walk around Burleigh Heads before, but do you know about the cultural significance this place has to local Indigenous people? Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre is the Gold Coast's only dedicated Aboriginal cultural centre located at the foot of Burleigh Headland, offering family friendly guided walking tours.

  • Eating out

    Stones Throw Cafe, Currumbin

    The perfect location for breakfast, brunch or lunch with the family or your mum's group, enjoy a meal in the sunshine at Stones Throw Currumbin while the kids play in the cutest caravan cubby!