Brisbane Kids Magazine: Autumn 2023

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Logan Village Playground

The Hills Carnivale

FEATURED EVENT

ADVENTURES OF PETER RABBIT

4 - 8 April

Where: Ron Hurley Theatre, Seven Hills

Filled with action, friendship and courage, this play adaptation of the Adventures of Peter Rabbit by Small Crown Productions, is an unmissable adventure for the whole family

Details: Ticketed play

SUPERPOWERED

Until 16 July

Where: GOMA

Enjoy interactive projects by Indigenous Australian artists who use their art to empower children and create inspirational imagery in an immersive world full of cheeky characters.

Details: Free event

AUSTRALIA IN SPACE

Until 14 May

Where: The Workshops Rail Museum

Enjoy an exciting, hands-on experience that reveals how Australian innovations are used in space and the benefits space technologies bring to everyday life here on Earth.

Details: Free exhibition with Museum entry

PLAY MOVES

Until 16 April

Where: Museum of Brisbane

Dance, weave and move your way through six large scale installations, where every action you take makes the art around you grow, change and come alive.

Details: Free exhibition

HARMONY DAY AT KARAWATHA FOREST

19 March

Where: Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre

Celebrate Harmony day with a range of activities including guided walks, cultural games, African drumming, crafts, an Aboriginal art and cultural workshop, and special guest Nana Magic.

Details: Free event- bookings required for some activities

CURIOCITY BRISBANE

22 March - 2 April

Where: Various Brisbane City locations

Take part in a 12-day celebration of science, art and technology with outdoor installations and a program of tours, workshops and Curious Conversations.

Details: Free event

RAAF AMBERLEY HERITAGE CENTRE OPEN DAYS

19 March, 16 April & 21 May

Where: RAAF Amberley Heritage Centre

See amazing displays including a World War II Boston Bomber, Caribou Airlifter, Sabre and Mirage Fighter jets, F11’s, Iroquois helicopters and even an immaculate WWII Jeep!

Details: Free event - bookings required and close 10 days prior to event.

WORLD SCIENCE FESTIVAL

22 March - 2 April

Where: Various Brisbane locations

See Brisbane come alive with an array of exciting events in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, including workshops, live shows, walking tours and night adventures.

Details: Mix of free and ticketed events

CANDYLAND PUTT PUTT

24 March - 1 May

Where: Victoria Park

Hit a hole in one on Victoria Park’s sweetly decorated putt putt course that features giant-sized gummy bears, life savers, ice creams, donuts, fairy floss and Easter-themed holes.

Details: Ticketed event - book ahead online

MT COOT-THA PUBLIC TELESCOPE EVENING

25 March, 29 April & 27 May

Where: Mt Coot-tha Look Out

Head along to Mt Coot-tha Lookout where the Brisbane Astronomical Society will have telescopes set up for the public to view the Moon, planets, star clusters and maybe a nebula or two.

Details: Free event - gold coin donation appreciated

CABOOLTURE FESTIVAL

1 - 30 April

Where: Various Caboolture locations

Experience a month of fun, family-friendly activities including Farmer for a Day, Moreton Bay Emergency Services Expo, Movies in the Park, Crusin’ Caboolture, Park Tales and more.

Details: Mix of free and ticketed events

THE GREAT EASTER BUNNY TRAIL

3 - 10 April

Where: Victoria Park

Hop on over to Victoria Park and help find the Easter Bunny following the trail of egg-citing clues through Victoria Park, collecting stamps along the way and a special Easter treat at the end.

Details: Free event

TEDDY BEARS PICNIC

30 March

Where: John Oxley Reserve

Grab your favourite teddy and get ready to dance, sing and have fun with free rides, live entertainment on the main stage, food trucks, arts and craft workshops, food trucks, information stalls, market stalls, face painting and a teddy bear parade

Details: Free event

COCOMELON LIVE IN TULMUR PLACE

1 - 6 April

Where: Nicholas Street Precinct

Join JJ and his friends in a CoComelon live show performance and three colourful CoComelon activity zones including mini putt putt, a bowling alley and a craft village.

Details: Free event

GEMBOREE 2023

7 - 10 April

Where: Dayboro Showgrounds

Experience Australia’s premier Gem, Mineral and Fossil show with lots of treasures and gems, crystals, fossils and minerals on sale as well as live demonstrations and free activities.

Details: Ticketed event - kids under 12 are free

EASTER TREATS MOVIE NIGHT

8 April

Where: Victoria Park

Celebrate the Easter long weekend and treat yourself to a double feature at Victoria Park with Zootopia at 6.30pm followed by Alice in Wonderland on the big screen under the stars.

Details: Free event

IMAGINATION CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL

15 April

Where: Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct

Explore six activity worlds, jammed packed full of fun, vibrancy, imagination, and adventure including rock climbing, Hot Wheels, live shows, workshops, sensory zones, e-sports and more.

Details: Free event

MEET WILDLIFE NEIGHBOURS

12 May

Where: Downfall Creek Bushland Centre

Get up close and personal with some of our most frequent bush neighbours while you meet frogs, lizards and birds with a wildlife expert and discover how you can be a good bush neighbour.

Details: Free event - bookings required

THE HILLS CARNIVALE

27 May

Where: George Willmore Park

Experience a joyful day at The Hills Carnivale, filled with amusement rides, workshops, games, roving entertainers, markets, food stalls, local musical performances, and a finale fireworks show.

Details: Free event

GREEN HEART FAIR

28 May

Where: Victoria Park

Join Brisbane’s favourite sustainable living festival with sustainability experts ready to share practical tips and tricks to live a more eco-friendly life along with live entertainment and more.

Details: Free event

Have you ever wondered what happens at a zoo after dark?

Wildlife HQ Zoo Night Zoo twilight tour allows guests to see the zoo’s nocturnal creatures, which are most active when the sun goes down. This animal-packed 90 minute tour will amaze and educate visitors of all ages.

Priced at $49 for adults, $29 for children (3-15 years) and $129 for a family (2 adults + 2 children). Children aged 3 and under are free of charge.

Wildlife HQ, 76 Nambour Connection Road, Woombye QLD

Experience available on Friday & Saturday nights. Bookings are required. Bookings are required.

Get up close with the world’s largest rodent at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Capybara Encounter You’ll have the opportunity to feed and pat these super friendly South American natives in their enclosure while learning more about them and their habits (did you know they eat their own poo?!).

Priced at $89 per person in addition to zoo entry, this experience is recommended for ages 6+ years and children under the age of 12 years must have a full paying parent or guardian accompanying them.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 27 Millers Drive, Currumbin QLD

Experience available Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays to Sundays. Bookings are required.

Barnacles Dolphin Centre in Tin Can Bay hosts very popular Australian Humpback Dolphin feeding encounters daily. Enjoy a magical encounter with these spectacular marine animals in their natural habitat. It is also an educational experience where kids can learn all about dolphins, their habitat and how to protect them.

Priced at $10 per person (includes fish for the dolphins)

Barnacles Dolphin Centre, Tin Can Bay Road, Norman Point, Tin Can Bay QLD

Dolphin viewing 7am-8am, seven days a week. Barnacles Cafe is open from 7am-3pm daily.

Bookings are required.

Tucked in behind Tamborine Mountain and the New South Wales border, Mountview Alpaca Farm offers the chance to picnic with alpacas, take them for a walk and get the coveted alpaca selfie!

Priced from $12.50 for an alpaca experience and $219 for a family alpaca picnic.

852 Lamington National Park Rd, Canungra QLD Open 7 days.

Bookings are recommended for experiences and required for picnics.

AUTUMN DESIGN MARKET

19 March, 9am - 4pm

Where: GOMA

Enjoy a relaxed Sunday by the river as you shop from some of Queensland’s most exciting and innovative craft and design artists while listening to smooth soundscapes from live DJ’s.

Details: Free event

BROADWATER PAVILLION EASTER MARKET

26 March, 8am - 2pm

Where: Broadwater Parklands

So much family fun at an Easter-themed market with visits from the Easter Bunny, kids’ crafts, ace painting and a mix of amazing stallholders & food trucks.

Details: Free event

SUNDAYZ EASTER MARKET

2 April, 8am - 1pm

Where: Rocks Riverside Park

See the Easter Bunny hopping along at an Easter market featuring over 60 quality handmade stalls, food, music, coffee, cold drinks, an undercover eating area and a free kids zone.

Details: Free event

REDCLIFFE MARKETS EASTER POP UP WEEKEND

7 April 8am – 3pm & 9 April 8am – 2pm

Where: Redcliffe Parade

Meet the Easter Bunny, go on an Easter Egg Hunt, browse the designer-makers, enjoy the festive entertainment and décor, and soak up the market atmosphere.

Details: Free entry

SCARBOROUGH EASTER TWILIGHT MARKET

8 April, 12pm - 6pm

Where: Endeavour Park

Hop on down to Scarborough Easter Twilight Market with heaps of Easter family fun including an Easter egg hunt, free face painting, live music and lots of market stalls.

Details: Free entry

CLEVELAND EASTER MARKET

9 April, 7am - 1pm

Where: Cleveland Markets

Wander through an Easter-themed market filled with beautiful Easter decorations, handcrafted gifts, and tasty treats -everything you need to make the Easter holiday special.

Details: Free entry

SUMMERLAND CAMEL AUTUMN MARKET

15 April, 8.30am - 2pm

Where: Summerland Camels

Eat, shop, have a great time with friends and relax to a local entertainer’s sounds while browsing the boutique country stalls. Book camel rides on the day.

Details: Free entry

SOUL NOOK COLLECTIVE MOTHER’S DAY MARKETS

29 April, 9am - 2pm

Where: Soul Nook Collective

Join Soul Nook Collective for the Annual Mother’s Day Market, where you will find the perfect handmade gift to say “thank you” to your Mum with live music, food trucks, beautiful unique stall holders & a whole lot of Soul Nook Charm

Details: Free entry

PLACES TO MEET THE EASTER BUNNY

EASTER CARNIVAL BRISBANE

1 & 2 April

Where: Musgrave Park

Head along to Musgrave Park in West End to find the Easter Bunny at a carnival to celebrate Easter with an Easter egg hunt, superheroes, rides, magic show, movie under the stars and more.

Details: Ticketed event

EASTER EGG HUNT AND NEIGHBOURHOOD DAY

2 April

Where: Teralba Park

Bring your family and friends and explore the community stalls where you can connect with your neighbours while the kids enjoy the Easter egg hunt and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Details: Free event

BANDS IN THE PARK: EASTER

BUNNY BOOGIE

2 April

Where: New Farm Park

Watch out for the Easter Bunny hopping around in New Farm Park with Easter eggs, food trucks and music from Law Society Big Band, Bayside Brass and Rivercity Steel Band.

Details: Free event

EASTER AT SANCTUARY COVE

6 April

Where: Sanctuary Cove

Celebrate Easter at Sanctuary Cove with an ‘eggciting’ Easter celebration with the Easter Bunny, an epic Easter Hunt with Easter eggs and a host of prizes.

Details: Free event

BLUEWATER FESTIVAL

7 April

Where: Lower Moora Park

Watch the Multihull Yacht Race start and enjoy a day full of fun activities, including live bands, kids’ workshops, rides, food and markets, culminating in a beach party and fireworks.

Details: Free event

MEET THE EASTER BUNNY

8 April

Where: Victoria Park

On Easter Saturday, take part in The Great Easter Bunny Trail and while looking for Easter eggs, you will get to meet the Easter Bunny in real life.

Details: Free event

MEET THE EASTER BUNNY

8 April

Where: Victoria Point Shopping Centre

Hop on over to Victoria Point Shopping Centre on Easter Saturday to meet the cutest bunny in town, snap a photo with him and receive your very own bunny ears and chocolate.

Details: Free event

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

9 April

Where: Sandstone Point Hotel

The Easter Bunny will deliver 6,000 eggs to the Sandstone Point Hotel for their annual egg hunt and then you can stay to enjoy the live music and entertainment.

Details: Free event- pre-registration required for Easter egg hunt

TIPS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR EASTER BUNNY MEETING

• Take a camera or phone for an Easter Bunny selfie.

• Keep your eyes peeled at your local shopping centre, as he often wanders around the shops giving out Easter eggs.

• Take a basket or bag with you so little Easter egg hunters have somewhere to store their eggs.

• Arrive early at the event to ensure you don’t miss the chance to meet the Easter Bunny.

• Check if you need to book before you go.

FREE THINGS TO DO NEAR YOU

Are you looking for budget-friendly ways to keep your kids entertained during school holidays? Then look no further! We’ve compiled a list of our top recommendations for free activities in every region of Greater Brisbane. From outdoor adventures to cultural experiences, there’s something for everyone.

And if that’s not enough to fill your days, don’t worry. We couldn’t fit all our favorites into this article, so be sure to check out our other recommendations as well. Let’s make these school holidays ones to remember, without breaking the bank!

Free library activities for kids

Free school holiday activities in Brisbane

Free school holiday activities in Ipswich

FAMILY FUN

Daisy Hill Koala Centre

Visit the resident koalas, learn how we can help them, and have a morning picnic at Daisy Hill Koala Centre.

PLAYGROUNDS

Logan Village Adventure Park

Your kids will love the mega slide at Logan Village Adventure Park, with a cool birdhouse and bird nest platforms, long flying fox, inground trampolines and location next to an incredible skate park.

Flagstone Water Park

Pack a picnic and road trip to Flagstone Adventure Park with its 10m climbable tree house water feature.

Buxton Park

Buxton Park playground has a 8.7m garden tower, tunnel slides, a digital obstacle course, in-ground trampolines, and a bumpy caterpillar for endless play.

FAMILY FUN

Low Tide at Sandgate

Take the kids for a walk along the foreshore and flats at Sandgate, followed by a picnic at Arthur Davis Park. Look out for the soldier crabs!

WATER PARKS

South Bank Lagoon

Take the kids for a dip at South Bank Lagoon, with its man-made beach, lagoon and array of fun water fountains.

Roma Street Parkland

Enjoy a stroll through the designer gardens along the accessible walkways throughout Roma Street Parkland.

Ferny Grove Aqua Park

Cool down with water-play elements at Ferny Grove Aqua Park including sprayers, tipping buckets, spray tunnels, water cannons, and an overhead spray feature.

PLAYGROUNDS

Ascot Park

Ascot Park is designed with toddlers in mind, this fenced playground features cubby houses, climbing nets, swings and a water pump.

FAMILY FUN

Brisbane City Hall Clock Tower Tour

Clock Tower Tours are conducted daily and free for everyone, but bookings are essential. Check out the Museum of Brisbane while you are there!

Frew Park

If you have older kids, take them to Frew Park for a challenging multi-level playground experience.

Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha

Navigate the Children’s Hide ‘n’ Seek Trail at the Botanic Gardens and then have a picnic next to the lagoon.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Mount Glorious

Enjoy family-friendly walking trails at Mount Glorious with stunning rainforest views, picnic areas and birdwatching opportunities in a tranquil environment.

WATER PARKS

The Mill Petrie

The Mill is both playground and water park, with a massive adventure tower with slides and a water play area.

Bribie Island

Spend a day at the beach on beautiful Bribie Island. Decide between the calm side for little ones or the surf side for big kids!

Redcliffe Lagoon

Cool down on hot days at Redcliffe Lagoon, with its huge swimming lagoon and fenced under 5’s water play area.

FAMILY FUN

Bribie Island Seaside Museum

Bribie Island Seaside Museum offers a fun, educational experience for families, with interactive exhibits, local history displays and children’s activities.

PLAYGROUNDS

Pine Rivers Park

Pine Rivers Park is a fully fenced playground with a flying fox and pedal-powered train in a spacious and green recreation space.

Fairy Garden Fun

Visit the Kumbartcho Sanctuary’s Fairy Gardens and post some letters to the fairies, followed by a walk to Bunya Crossing Reserve.

The Hills District All Abilities Playground

This wonderful, fenced, bee-themed playground offers an inclusive play space with ramps, sensory inclusions and musical features.

FAMILY FUN

Ipswich Nature Centre

Enjoy visiting the animals at Ipswich Nature Centre, with 40 different animal species and including a bilby exhibit. Gold coin donation is appreciated.

PLAYGROUNDS

Orion Mega playground

This colourful playground features a three-storey climbing tower with epic tunnel slides, in-built trampolines and obstacle courses.

Denmark Hill

Explore Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve and see if you can spot the 50 species of recorded birds!

Bob Gamble Park

Enjoy the large climbing fort at Bob Gamble Park, with slides, swings and a flying fox, all located alongside a water play area with three different sandpits.

FAMILY FUN

Walk to King Island

On low tide, walk out to King Island, explore the land part of the island and see how many different creatures your kids can spot!

Wynnum Whale Park

This seaside park features a whale-themed playground with water play features and a nearby wading pool.

PLAYGROUNDS

Thornlands Community Park

The multiple tunnel slides, long elevated walkways, a double flying fox and dinosaur dig are a winning combination of fun here!

Hanover Drive Park

Climbers will appreciate the impressive net structure leading up to the tunnel slide in this sunshine-filled playground.

POP MASTERS: ART FROM THE MUGRABI COLLECTION NEW YORK

18th February - 4th June 2023

Where: HOTA (Home Of The Arts), 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise

A world-exclusive exhibition, Pop Masters: Art from the Mugrabi Collection New York has recently opened at the Gold Coast’s Home Of The Arts (HOTA), and it’s one not to be missed!

Visitors can look forward to seeing artworks by legendary pop art creators including Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, Damien Hirst, Katherine Bernhardt and many more. This exhibition offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close to famous artworks never before seen in Australia.

Whilst some pieces in this exhibition feature adult themes and nudity, we still highly recommend a visit with your kids (especially teenagers), to experience an art movement that changed the world. The sheer size of some of these pieces needs to be seen to be believed!

BRADBURY PARK

• Purpose-built, concrete scooter track

• 200m long, with several obstacles

• Ideal for beginners, but with challenging sections

• Playground and off-leash dog park nearby

Location

Located at 91 Kitchener Road, Kedron.

BRACKEN RIDGE BMX TRACK

• Bitumen track with astroturf surrounds

• Circuit design with no start or finish

• Various grades of hills

• Floodlights for nighttime riding

• Skate plaza located adjacent

Location

Located at 522 Telegraph Road, Bracken Ridge.

CRESTMEAD PARK

• Flat, bitumen traffic track

• Realistic road set-up with road signs

• Ideal for beginners

• Plenty of shade

• Skate bowl, BMX track and playground nearby

Location

Located on the corner of Gimlet Street & Royena Court, Crestmead.

DM HENDERSON PARK

• Bitumen track

• Gentle hills

• Ideal for beginners to intermediate

• Plenty of shade

• Playground nearby

Location

Located on Granadilla Street, Macgregor.

GREENWAYS ESPLANADE PARK

• Flat concrete track with road markings

• 200m long with mini Brisbane landmarks

• Bike and scooter maintenance area

• Ample grassy areas for a picnic

• Playground, BMX track and off-leash dog park nearby

Location

Located on Greenways Esplanade, Parkinson

GRINSTEAD PARK

• Bitumen learn-to-ride track

• Gentle hills

• Traffic signs and road markings

• Nature play area

• Well-shaded playground nearby

Location

Located on Shand Street, Enoggera.

RABY BAY ESPLANADE PARK

• 200m long concrete track

• Gentle hills, lane markings and road signs

• Jumps, speed bumps and more

• Beachside location

• A shaded playground nearby

Location

Located at 3 Grenoble Place, Ormiston.

WITTONGA PARK

• Concrete track with land markings

• Gentle hills and arbour over part of the track

• Textured surfaces

• Expansive grassy spaces

• Shaded playground, BMX track and off-leash dog park nearby

Location

Located at 98 Hilder Road, The Gap.

For Ages 6-17

Phone 1300 908 905

www.perform.edu.au

SHAZAM: FURY OF THE GODS

Release Date: 16 March

“Shazam! Fury of the Gods” continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who, upon reciting the magic word “SHAZAM!,” is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam enabling him to save the world with lots of action and laughs along the way.

THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE

Release Date: 5 April

Luigi and Mario are making their way to the big screen with a brand new animated film where they will embark on an enormous adventure through the Mushroom Kingdom, containing elements and characters throughout Mario Bros. game history..

MAVKA: THE FOREST SONG

Release Date: 6 April

Mavka - a soul of the Forest - faces an impossible choice between love and her duty as guardian to the Heart of the Forest, when she falls in love with a human, the talented young musician Lukash, and finds out if love and kindness can conquer all.

THE LITTLE MERMAID

Release Date: 25 May

A live-action reimagining of The Little Mermaid is the beloved story of Ariel, a mermaid who falls for the dashing Prince Eric and makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land but ultimately places her lifeand her father’s crown - in jeopardy.

DINOSAURS OF PATAGONIA

17 March - 2 October, 2023

Where: Queensland Museum, South Brisbane

Details: From $26 per adult, $23 per concession, $15 per child (2-12 years), FREE for kids under 3 years, and $72 per family (2 adults and 2 kids).

Please note that ticket prices vary on weekends, school holidays and public holidays. Tickets are sold for specific entry times.

Get ready to embark on a prehistoric adventure, as the Queensland Museum brings you the roarsome Dinosaurs of Patagonia exhibition! This one-of-a-kind event features sixteen life-sized dinosaur skeletons from the Age of Dinosaurs in South America.

Exhibition Highlights:

• See the world’s biggest dinosaur – Patagotitan

• Features 13 dinosaur species and 16 replica skeletons cast from original fossils found in Patagonia.

• View Tyrannotitan chubutensis, measuring 12 metres long and sporting 57 knife-like teeth.

• See the world’s smallest dinosaur, Manidens condorensis, measuring just 75 centimetres tall.

FABULOUS FARM STAYS NEAR BRISBANE

It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of suburban life. Next time you want to escape the city, consider heading to one of these fabulous farm stays near Brisbane to experience rural living, animals and a good dose of fresh air.

Bestbrook Mountain Resort

Head to the foothills of the Great Dividing Range to enjoy everything Bestbrook Mountain Resort has to offer. With a variety of accommodations on offer, guests can fully immerse themselves in country life during their stay. Farm activities include animal feeding, horse riding, boomerang throwing, milking cows, butter churning, whip cracking and more

Location: 9790 Cunningham Highway, Tregony

Cedar Glen Farmstay

If taking an alpaca for a walk or exploring caves is high on your to do list, then a stay at Cedar Glen Farmstay is a must. Located on 1,050 acres near Lamington National Park, Cedar Glen Farmstay has camping, cottages and a homestead waiting for guests. Try your hand at boomerang throwing, milking the cows, whip cracking or horse riding, or just relax in the peaceful surroundings and enjoy a picnic, a bushwalk, or swimming in the nearby Albert River.

Location: 3338 Kerry Road, Darlington

Mango Hill Farm

Guests visiting Mango Hill Farm in Peachester can experience the beauty of nature while relaxing on the veranda of the 100-year-old Queenslander which sits proudly on the property. For more adventurous activities, you can partake in a garden tour, night owl handling, or feeding the resident farm animals. If you look closely, you may even be lucky enough to spot the local platypus!

Location: 159 Commissioners Flat Road, Peachester

Tommerup’s Dairy Farm

Bestbrook Farm Stay

Paradise Country Farmstay

The Gold Coast is not just about beaches and theme parks. It also has farm stays, such as Paradise Country Farmstay located just behind Movie World. Guests can enjoy patting the animals, collecting eggs, milking cows, kicking back, enjoying lawn games, toasting marshmallows, or singing up a storm around the campfire. And the best bit–paying farm stay guests have full access to Paradise Country during opening hours!

Location: Production Drive, Oxenford

Tommerup’s Dairy Farm

The popular Tommerup’s Dairy Farm in the Scenic Rim is not only a working farm, but also the ideal place to get back to nature, get up close and personal with a variety of animals, and enjoy farm life. Friendly cows, sheep, pigs and chickens await your visit and will only be too happy to let you feed and pat them.

Location: 2142 Kerry Road, Kerry

Clandulla Cottages

Relax and experience farm life at the peaceful Clandulla Cottages in the Scenic Rim. There is no shortage of fun, family-friendly activities to partake in when visiting the farm; from animal feeding and collecting eggs, to playing tennis or using the outdoor toys. Of course, there is always the option to sit back and soak up nature or visit some nearby towns and attractions. We also hear they have exciting news on the horizon with expansions and renovations!

Location: 312 Boyland Road, Boyland

Mango Hill Farm Stay

JOHN SCOTT PARK

• Swings, slides, climbing nets and tunnels

• Play train and fort

• Basketball court and BMX jumps

• Grassy open space and shady trees

• Accessible toilet facilities

Location

Located on Station Street, Samford Village.

Coffee nearby

A favourite with foodies, The Long Yard Larder on Main Street is open daily from 7am-5pm, is familyfriendly, and dogs are also welcome

BRISBANE BOTANIC GARDENS MT COOT-THA PLAYGROUND

• Climbing structures, stepping logs and balance beams

• Dry creek bed

• Swings and slide

• Nearby lagoon and plenty of shade

• Accessible toilet facilities

Location

Located within the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, Mount Coot-tha Road, Toowong.

Coffee nearby

Botanic Gardens Cafe (located adjacent to the Botanic Gardens carpark) is open daily until 4pm, serving hot and cold drinks, breakfast/brunch and lunch.

LOGAN VILLAGE PLAYGROUND

• Mega slide and flying fox

• Nest and climbing structures

• In-ground trampolines

• Skate park located adjacent

• Accessible toilet facilities

Location

Located at Logan Village Green, 11-15 Logan Street, Logan Village.

Coffee nearby

Not just a bakery selling a range of delicious treats, Logan Village Family Favourites Country Bakery on Wharf Street also serves up takeaway coffee every day from 5am.

JINGERI PARK

• Lighthouse and ocean theme

• Multi-level playground with tunnel slides

• Climbing net and wall

• Open, grassy spaces

• No toilet facilities

Location

Located on Jingeri Street, Redlands.

Coffee nearby

Banjo’s Bakery & Cafe on Park Ridge Road is open every day from 4am-6pm and offers drive-thru takeaway coffee, sweet and savoury baked goods, breakfast and lunch.

C.R.E.E.C. PLAYGROUND

• Two playgrounds (fenced) with forts

• Swings, slides and climbing net

• Open grassy spaces

• Environmental education centre

• Accessible toilet facilities

Location

Located at Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre, 150 Rowley Road, Burpengary.

Coffee nearby

Head to Project Salubrious on Rowley Road for their gluten, grain, dairy, refined sugar-free, nutritious menu, coffees, smoothies, and more (closed Sundays).

BRENTWOOD FOREST ROTARY PARK

• Tall tower with tunnel slide

• Smaller slide and climbing net dome

• Swings and play table

• Grassy open space with soccer posts

• No toilet facilities

Location

Located off Columbia Drive in Brentwood Forest, Bellbird Park.

Coffee nearby

Located at Town Square Shopping Centre on Redbank Plains Road, Arizona Cafe & Grill is open daily from 7am and offers a selection of coffee, meals and snacks with a US diner theme.

COTTON TREE PARK

• Play forts with ladders and slides

• Sand play table and digger

• Monkey bars and swings

• Sandy river access

• Accessible toilet facilities

Location

Located on The Esplanade at Maroochydore.

Coffee nearby

Cafe 37, found just across the road on The Esplanade, is open 7am-3pm daily and serves up great coffee and a balanced menu of fresh food for breakfast and lunch.

PRATTEN PARK

• Small fort, swings and slides

• Pedal monorail and flying fox

• Shade and grassy areas

• Adjacent to the beach

• Accessible toilet facilities

Location

Located on Old Burleigh Road in Broadbeach.

Coffee nearby

Pop over to Oasis Shopping Centre (beach side) and check out ELK Espresso, offering speciality coffee, breakfast/brunch and lunch, and is open 5:45am3pm daily.

LOCAL DISCOUNT VOUCHERS

10% DISCOUNT + A FREE DIY BRACELET KIT FOR EVERY GUEST

Receive a 10% discount on any party booked with String of Beads Parties, PLUS a free DIY bracelet kit in each guest’s party bag.

Mobile service | Ph: 0430 216 085 info@stringofbeads.com.au

stringofbeads.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Bookings essential. Please phone or email to enquire. Please mention voucher code ‘BK2023’ when completing online booking enquiry or when calling to book. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid for bookings for party dates held before 31/12/2023.

KIDS BOWL FREE

1 child bowls free with any full-priced paying adult at Aspley 10 Pin Bowl.

149 Albany Creek Rd, Aspley | Phone (07) 3263 8848

aspley10pinbowl.com

Terms & Conditions

Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival. Maximum of 1 child bowling free per voucher and valid for up to 3 games only. Includes shoe hire. Games cannot be shared. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Valid until 31/03/2024.

FREE MINI POPCORN

Free mini popcorn with any child’s ticket purchase at Dendy Coorparoo or Dendy Portside.

Cnr of Old Cleveland Rd & Cavendish Rd, Coorparoo | Phone (07) 3493 3333

dendy.com.au/cinemas/coorparoo

Portside Wharf, Remora Rd, Hamilton | Phone (07) 3137 6000

dendy.com.au/cinemas/portside

Terms & Conditions

Valid for one free mini popcorn per child’s ticket purchased at Dendy Coorparoo or Dendy Portside only. Not valid on public holidays. Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival. Up to four (4) mini popcorns redeemable per voucher. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Valid 1/04/2023 – 16/04/2023.

FREE KIDS’ SLUSHIES

Buy one Mini Golf Child’s Ticket and receive one small kids’ slushie free at TopStroke.

290 Boundary Rd, Oxley | Ph: (07) 3379 6322

topstroke.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Valid for one free kids’ slushie when purchasing a Mini Golf Child’s Pass at TopStroke Oxley only. Can be used 7 days a week, including public holidays and school holidays. Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Valid until17/04/2023

$40 OFF PARTY BOOKINGS

Receive $40 off any party booked before the end of April 2023 with Dancing Queen Parties.

Mobile service | Phone 0400 197 694

dancingqueenparties.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Bookings essential. Please mention ‘BRISBANEKIDS’ when completing online booking enquiry or when calling to book. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid for bookings received before 30/04/2023 (party date can be any time before 30/06/2023).

20% OFF ALL ESCAPE ROOMS

20% off bookings at Fox in a Box Brisbane.

Level 1, 150 Edward St, Brisbane | Phone (07) 3815 9825

foxinaboxbrisbane.com

Terms & Conditions

All bookings must be made online. Valid for any room, for any number of people. Use online code ‘brisbanekids20’ when booking. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Click here for more Games must be booked and played by 30/04/2023.

BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE

Free Arcade Day-Pass Entry with paid entry at 1UP Arcade. 230 Lytton Rd, Morningside | service@1uparcade.com.au

1uparcade.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Valid for one free Arcade Day-Pass when purchasing another Day-Pass at 1UP Arcade Morningside only. Second free entry pass must be of equal or lesser value to paid entry. Show this voucher (printed or digital) to receive your discount upon entry. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Valid until 30/04/2023.

$10 OFF FAMILY MINI GOLF PASS

Receive $10 off a Family Mini Golf Pass at Golf Central BNE. 40 The Circuit, Skygate, Brisbane Airport | Ph: (07) 3087 7800

golfcentralbne.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Purchase a Family Mini Golf Pass and receive $10 off at Golf Central BNE only. Walk-ins only. Quote discount code ‘BRISBANEKIDS’ or present this voucher on your mobile device to redeem Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid 1/04/2023 – 16/04/2023.

2 FOR 1 LASER TAG

Kids Laser Tag for 2 people for the price of 1 at Strike Bowling Wintergarden. Level 1, Wintergarden, Queen Street Mall, Brisbane | Ph: 1300 STRIKE (1300 787 453)

strikebowling.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Purchase a game of laser tag for two people for the price of one at Strike Wintergarden only. Walk-ins only. Subject to availability. Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival. Valid for children under 18 years only. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, party or function. Valid until 16/04/2023

HALF PRICE KARAOKE

Kids pay half price for Karaoke at Holey Moley Chermside. Westfield Chermside, Cnr Gympie & Hamilton Roads, Chermside Ph: (07) 3169 1655

holeymoley.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Purchase one hour of karaoke for half price at Holey Moley Chermside only. Walk-ins only. Subject to availability. Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival. Valid for children under 18 years only. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, party or function. Valid until 16/04/2023.

Book online for any group of two or more and receive one free studio fee (valued at $10) at Colour My Pot.

39 Middle St, Cleveland | Ph: (07) 3134 2164

colourmypot.com

Terms & Conditions

Valid for group bookings of two or more at Colour My Pot, Cleveland. Bookings must be made online to redeem. Enter voucher code ‘BNEKIDS’ at checkout when booking online. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or function. Valid until 16/04/2023.

2ND HOUR FREE

Buy a 1 Hour Pass, and receive your 2nd hour FREE at Laserzone Lawnton. 561 Gympie Rd, Lawnton | Ph: (07) 3205 4141

brisbane.laserzone.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Pay for a 1 Hour Pass and receive a second hour free at Laserzone Lawnton only. Enter discount code ‘BRIS_KIDS’ on your purchase of a 2 Hour Pass online. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid 1/04/2023 - 16/04/2023.

10% OFF ADVENTURE PARK PASSES

Get 10% off Urban Xtreme’s Adventure Park Passes (Ninja, Parkour, Trampolines, Laser Tag & more!).

4/370 Nudgee Rd, Hendra | Ph: 1300 872 269

urban-xtreme.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Valid for online bookings at Urban Xtreme Hendra only. Valid for new bookings only. Valid for individual park passes only. Please use discount code ‘brisbanekids2023’ when booking online. Not valid with any other offers, events or promotions.Valid until 16/04/2023.

FREE SKATE HIRE

Receive complimentary skate hire with standard admission to Digi Roller Skating Rink.

40-44 Johnson Rd, Hillcrest | Ph: (07) 3800 7300

digiskating.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Receive free skate hire when you pay for a general admission skate session at Digi Roller Skating Rink Hillcrest. Walk-ins only. One coupon per person. Voucher must be presented and coupon code ‘BKAUTUMN23’ quoted upon arrival. Not valid with any other offers, events or promotions. Valid until 31/05/2023.

10% OFF ENTRY

Receive 10% off admission tickets to Area 51 Brisbane. 51 Kingston Road, Underwood | Ph: (07) 3841 2447

area51bne.com

Terms & Conditions

Receive 10% off your ticket price when you pre-purchase online at Area 51 Brisbane only. 10% discount is valid on any of Area 51’s tickets, for a one time use only per family. Tickets must be booked online. Please use discount code ‘EASTER10’ when booking online. Not valid with any other offers, events or promotions. Not valid on public holidays. Valid 1/04/2023 - 16/04/2023.

BUY ONE, GET THE SECOND HALF PRICE

Buy one plaster piece and get the second for half price at Plaster Fun House Brisbane East.

5/1396 Creek Rd, Carina | Ph: (07) 3843 4441

pfhbrisbaneeast.com.au

Terms & Conditions

Valid at Plaster Fun House Brisbane East only. Purchase one plaster piece and receive the second for half price. Second piece must be of equal or lesser value. One voucher per person, per day. Present this voucher on a mobile device when purchasing to receive your discount. Cannot be used for parties or functions. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Valid until 16/04/2023.