If we look across Australian homes at their play equipment, we can see the large number of trampolines set up in backyards. Bouncing can be heaps of fun for kids but can also present it's fair share of hazards: That's why it is...
Play Safety
How choosing the right plants can make a fun and safe play space
A well thought out play space allows kids to grow and develop key skills. Knowing this, we can plan and design play spaces with different plants and gardens to nurture children’s development, creativity, and imagination. A simple way to achieve this is by planting trees and shrubs. However, before planting anything, ensure that plants are suitable for the space.
Let’s swing into safety: Do you know these handy tips for safe swing play?
Playing on a swing can help kids to grow and develop in a range of ways. To swing themselves higher, kids must develop their technique through practice and persistence. As a result, they will feel out what movements work and it is this process that builds strength, coordination and resilience.
Safe landings: How to choose the best surface material for your playground
Understanding playground safety and how to meet the standards can make the task of designing and operating a playground much more simple. No matter the equipment or layout of a play space, there is always a need for surface coverings, the most important of these being softfall.
How to keep children cool this Summer with water play
The Summer heat is fast approaching. This means that we need to find ways to beat the heat without sacrificing opportunities for play. And what better way to spend a summer afternoon than at a playground with water play features.
How to help kids slide safely this Summer
The slide is one of the most popular pieces of play equipment in Australian play spaces and can provide endless fun for all ages. Slides come in a range of designs to provide different play experiences, from straight to wavy and...
When is the right time to take my baby to swimming lessons?
Teaching your baby to swim is often recommended on the basis that it has benefits such as water familiarisation, learning breath control, free floating and propulsion. Australia’s famous swim coach Laurie...
How to protect your baby from sun exposure
Slip, Slop, Slap has become part of the Australian vernacular since it was introduced by the Cancer Council in 1981. As an adult you may be aware that exposure to the sun can cause sunburn and lead...