Wangal Nura Park

Locals around Leichhardt know this one well — it’s the kind of fenced playground that actually makes sense for families with kids at different ages. The recent renovation shows, with a solid mix of slides, swings, a tire swing, seesaw, climbing structure, and a merry-go-round that keeps both toddlers and older kids busy without anyone getting bored. Shade trees do a decent job, benches are well-placed for parents who want to actually see what’s going on, and parking nearby means you’re not hiking in from three streets away. Throw in a basketball court and a proper grass field and there’s enough here to stretch a visit well past what you planned. Being close to the shopping centre makes it an easy add-on to a Saturday errand run too.