Consider yourself lucky if you live in or near Springfield Lakes and you have children. There are so many things to do here for and with your kids.
A jewel in Ipswich and the largest park precinct in Queensland, the parkland is perfect for an all-day adventure with or without your kids. Enjoy a walk along the rainforest whilst you educate your children about the different animals and plants that you are going to see. There is also a waterfalls and water play areas perfect for the summer days.
The park is also the home of Australia’s first Icon on Galaxy interactive play equipment in an all-abilities playground. This is the perfect place to go to in Springfield if you want everything in one place.
Orion Lagoon
Just next to Robelle Domain, this water park is free for everyone. It features several pools that are connected to a larger central lagoon. There are picnic and BBQ areas and of course, if you don’t want to cook on-site, there is always the Lagoon Cafe where you can grab a bite with your kids.
For a little quiet time and for some learning, the Ipswich City Council Mobile Library offers a wide selection of books, CDs and DVDs for hire. They also have a children’s reading area and they visit every Thursday and fortnightly on a Wednesday on Southern Cross Circuit.
Grande Park
A popular spot for families because of its climbing wall with two huge slides, located at 40 Grand Avenue, this park is perfect for your children. They can bring their scooters and bikes. There is also a skate park section and open grassy spaces for them to run around.