Our playgrounds provide opportunities for children to engage in physical, cognitive, unstructured and social play, regardless of a child’s age, capability or developmental stage. They offer a diverse number of play activities, which is essential for children’s physical, cognitive, social and emotional development.
The playgrounds accommodate families with children and their play needs across a variety of ages. Parents are encouraged to actively play with and must supervise their children at all times.
Council has three different types of playgrounds; district, neighbourhood and local playgrounds. These playground types reflect the different sizes and locations of the playgrounds, which cater for the diverse needs of the community.
Types of playgrounds
| Characteristics | District playground | Neighbourhood playground | Local playground |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Large playgrounds | Medium-sized playgrounds | Smaller playgrounds |
| Suitability | Caters for a broad range of ages 2 to 14 years | Caters for a broad range of ages 2 to 12 years | Well-suited for younger children 0 to 8 years |
| Playground Equipment | Large range of diverse play equipment, including more challenging play experiences | Large range of diverse play equipment, including more challenging play features | Smaller range of play equipment |
Find a playground to visit
Each of our parks, reserves and playgrounds are listed below. There are a range of filters (specific facilities, playground type and suburb) that you can use to narrow your search. Find a great playground to explore now.
Hemmings Park
Open
Princes Highway 61A, 3175 Dandenong AU, Australia
Facilities
Barbeque (BBQ), Basketball Court, Picnic Area, Playground, Public toilet, Skate Park, Sports Ovals, Walking/cycling trailsGerard Street Reserve
Open
Gerard Street 28, 3175 Dandenong AU, Australia
Facilities
Picnic Area, PlaygroundFalkiner Reserve
Open
Falkiner Crescent, Dandenong
Facilities
Petanque Court, Playground, Public Art, Walking/cycling trailsDandenong Wetlands
Open
270 Stud Road, Dandenong North
Facilities
Barbeque (BBQ), Parking, Picnic Area, Playground, Public toilet, Seating area/s, Shelter, Walking/cycling trails, WetlandsAlex Nelson Reserve
Open
Harold Road, Springvale South
Facilities
Barbeque (BBQ), Parking - Disabled, Playground, Public toilet, Soccer Fields, Sports Ovals, Tennis CourtsWarner Reserve
Open
Facilities
Cricket Nets, Dog-Off Leash Area, Playground, Soccer Fields, Sports Ovals, Tennis CourtsRoss Reserve
Open
9 Memorial Dr, Noble Park VIC 3174
Facilities
Athletics Track, Barbeque (BBQ), Disabled Access and Facilities, Dog-Off Leash Area, Fitness Equipment, Football, Group fitness, Gym, Parking, Pavilion, Petanque Court, Picnic Area, Playground, Public toilet, Skate Park, Soccer Fields, Sports Ovals, Table Tennis TablesNoble Park Reserve
Open
Moodemere Street, Noble Park
Facilities
Cricket Nets, Football, Playground, Sports Ovals