Walter Padbury Park

The enclosed play area here is genuinely one of the better setups for toddlers in Thornlie — soft flooring, decent shade, and you’re not constantly chasing kids toward the carpark. Pack the esky because the BBQ area and picnic tables make it easy to stretch a morning visit into a proper afternoon out. Restrooms on-site means you’re not packing up in a panic, which parents of toddlers will appreciate more than anything. Once the little ones tire out, the walking path and bike track give older kids (and adults) something to do while everyone winds down.