boulder risk-play park, southbank
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There is almost NOTHING that is ordinary at the latest playground to open in Melbourne. At first glance, it certainly looks like a bunch of builders have forgotten to finish their work! There are no even surfaces, no smooth hand rails and lots of hazards to keep an eye on. But that is exactly the point. This playground is full of challenges, obstacles and risk. Firstly the park is full of boulders and EVERYTHING is designed to be climbed on. It is a whole heap of fun!
There are wooden beams, steel ladders, ropes, slack lines and random hand holds everywhere - with great little details hidden in cracks, under boulders - who knew you could attach things with bubblegum! Of course, the playground isn’t all problematic. The flooring is in fact rubber matting (it’s hard to get your head around at first as you do a little bounce), there’s a set of swings and a couple of slides, even a rough sand pit.
This playground won’t be for everyone, but if you have little climbing daredevils - good luck trying to leave this one!
the nitty gritty
open 24/7
limited shade on the playground - no toilets - water fountain - swing - sand - paid street parking
Southbank Boulevard and Kavanagh Street, Southbank
Wurundjeri Country
Mamma's special mention: Melbourne Skydeck is a short hop skip and a jump away and of the BEST views of our beautiful city!
