Riverside Gardens Playground

If you’re after a spot where little ones can run loose without you having to chase them into traffic, this fenced playground by the lake in Bayswater genuinely delivers. The enclosure means toddlers can do their thing while you actually breathe for a moment — proper visibility throughout helps too. Slides and swings cover the basics, shade trees keep it from becoming a scorcher on hot days, and the restrooms mean you’re not cutting the visit short unnecessarily. The real bonus is the setting — walking paths wind out toward the water and there’s open grass that works equally well for a kick of the footy or a dog that needs a run. It’s the kind of local spot that regulars keep coming back to on weekend mornings, coffee in hand.