It’s been almost a year in the making. Delayed by COVID, rainy weather and just about everything you can think of. But ‘Yo ho ho! , the long awaited pirate ship is ready to set sail across Croudace Bay. Thomas H Halton Park has transformed from a run-down basic swing set to a magical play […]

At the back of Catherine Hill Bay, past the new development, is an unpatrolled stretch of beach like nothing you’ve seen before. As a child, this pristine sandy coast was a favourite spot for our family. Unfortunately, before you hit the sand, you’ll have to pass through a multi-million dollar sterile estate. Although once you […]

Tucked away in the suburb of Balcolyn, on the western side of Lake Mac, is the most gorgeous parkland. At Shingle Splitters Point Lake Macquarie, your family can relax, and enjoy a little slice of paradise. The point itself offers an almost 360-degree view around Bonnells Bay and the surrounding lake. Occupying 3 very different […]

A play by the lake takes on a whole new meaning with this view. Come and discover Myuna Bay foreshore playground. Stay for the tranquility, and a chance to experience Lake Macquarie from a new perspective. It’s might be a simple playground, but it offers everything a child could want. Plus, there is an endless […]

If you think you’ve seen most of Lake Macquarie, then think again. There are so many hidden bays and gorgeous landscapes still to explore. Myuna Bay is one of them. Its Aboriginal meaning is ‘clear water’ and that’s exactly what we found. This bay is absolutely breathtaking and with shallow water, it’s perfect for stand-up […]

This playground offers an abundance of space with a million dollar view.  Belmont South playground provides the perfect relaxed, family friendly environment for a sunset play and a picnic dinner. If you’re lucky enough, you’ll get to watch the birdlife feeding in the shallows on a low tide. A favourite spot for pelicans, black swans […]

Can you see yourself laying down on a picnic rug under the trees, listening to the laughter of children as they play? It’s the ideal setting that creates balance that we all need in our life. For us, space is one of the key factors in deciding where to throw our rug or blanket down. […]

You might have caught a glimpse of it as you drove by, however, Bunya park playground offers much more than you’d expect. We think it’s the heart of Eleebana, that carry’s a sense of community in the air. It’s not until you step foot into this park that you experience all that it offers.   Getting […]

When they built the first bridge in Swansea over Lake Mac back in 1881, it’s primary use was for transporting stone. From 1895 onwards it became more of a public roadway. Today, after multiple rebuilds and the latest expansion to a twin bridge, it’s an essential link between Blacksmiths & Swansea. Over 30,000 vehicles cross […]