Playground

Handy little spot on Ryan Avenue that earns its keep purely on location — you’re basically right next to the shopping centre, so it’s easy to tack onto a trip out without making a whole thing of it. Athelstone locals will know exactly what I mean when I say sometimes you just need somewhere to let the kids burn energy while you grab a coffee nearby. It’s set up with accessibility in mind, which makes a difference if you’re navigating a pram or have kids with different needs. Nothing flashy, but that’s not really the point — it does the job.