Author Archives for Amanda
October 22, 2019 12:07 pm
Published by Amanda
(and a special promotion) Playscape Creations has long been incorporating our Sensory Design Methodology in the design of our recreational spaces – promoting not only play opportunities for all abilities, but also for all ages – encouraging communities to come together through play. Inclusive Play...
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September 18, 2019 12:34 pm
Published by Amanda
Before the summer fun can begin, the serious side needs to be taken care of. Our team of industrial designers, engineers and construction specialists are hard at work building spectacular destinations for this summer’s entertainment – all over Australia! See some great drone footage here of...
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August 5, 2019 10:06 am
Published by Amanda
‘Develop a unique playspace design that would create a destination and community hub’ was the initial brief by Cusp Landscape Architects for this new Stockland development in Coomera. ‘Innovative and in tune with the natural surrounds, with areas for imaginative play, sensory play as well...
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July 17, 2019 2:23 pm
Published by Amanda
Playscape Creations has been privileged to work with AB Paterson College on two of their playground re-developments, most recently on the Rainforest Playground as part of their new Winton Centre. Designed to meet the needs of the early years, the playspace provides a varied range...
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June 13, 2019 10:16 am
Published by Amanda
Zenith “Stellar” is our latest product offering – designed and developed here in Australia for our harsh conditions, but most of all for varied and exciting play – encouraging children to reach their Zenith! Challenging climbing, exciting sliding fun and combinations to suit varied space...
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May 31, 2019 12:17 pm
Published by Amanda
The residents of Chinchilla are thrilled with their new water park, specially themed around the town’s iconic watermelon fame. We were able to create a design that would highlight the unique identity of the town, incorporating custom paintwork to the massive dumping bucket, and bespoke...
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May 27, 2019 11:40 am
Published by Amanda
28th May is WORLD PLAY DAY – a day for multiple generations to interact in playful ways in their daily lives. Capturing the essence of the day, its founder Dr Freda Kim, a British teacher and play advocate suggests, “Allow a child to play today....
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May 10, 2019 2:58 pm
Published by Amanda
Scenic Rim’s littlest farmers are jumping for joy with the opening of their new tractor-themed playground Aratula, west of Brisbane. The tractor design captures the strong history of the Scenic Rim agricultural sector and opening day was fortuitously timed with a nationwide school “Adopt a...
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May 9, 2019 3:28 pm
Published by Amanda
8th May was not only the opening of the new Tractor playground at Moffat Park in Aratula, but also a national free dress day for Australian public schools to raise money for the Adopt a Farmer campaign for drought affected communities. It couldn’t have been...
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May 9, 2019 8:42 am
Published by Amanda
We recently launch our Ninja inspired designs that incorporate bespoke Parkour pieces and high quality fitness equipment to create community fitness areas that inspire. Healthy active communities start with the effective design of our outdoor recreational spaces – promoting general physical and mental well-being and connectedness. Our passion...
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March 8, 2019 3:11 pm
Published by Amanda
To answer the call of an ever maturing market, Playscape Creations is transferring our energies to delivering more bespoke designs that meet the individual requirements of our customers. This segment of our operation has grown considerably over the past few years where it now takes...
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February 21, 2019 3:02 pm
Published by Amanda
Not all of our projects involve fantastic large scale play systems – some rely simply on our ability to provide bespoke recreational space solutions. The Wellington Point Streetscape upgrade has been a major undertaking for Redland City Council and we’ve been lucky to be able...
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January 23, 2019 2:39 pm
Published by Amanda
In stock and ready for installation this financial year. Heavily discounted ….. you’ll need to get in quick to take advantage of these specials For these and more of our available stock items, download our current Stock on Hand here .
January 10, 2019 11:54 am
Published by Amanda
2018 was a brilliant year for Playscape Creations with more innovative bespoke projects completed than we could have dreamed. Developing our own product to expand on our standard range has allowed us to add an element of magic to all of our designs. And that...
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January 8, 2019 11:54 am
Published by Amanda
Lions Park voted one of QLD’s top playground developments at the 2019 QLD Parks & Leisure Awards!! The Lions Park playground at Tamborine Mountain has been designed primarily with a nature focus but also to offer a variety of play elements to suit children of...
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December 20, 2018 10:35 am
Published by Amanda
The brand new Big4 Holiday Resort at Sandstone Point has opened in time for the summer holidays with Playscape Creations providing both the dry and wet play equipment, working in partnership with Vee Design on the scope of the project. The feature multi-level Aqua Tower...
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December 19, 2018 3:51 pm
Published by Amanda
A pathway of collaboration and trust resulted in the delivery of this unique and intriguing nature play environment for this high end development from Intrapac Property. The estate sets a new standard in sustainable community living boasting a 6 leaf EnviroDevelopment Certification. Reflecting on healthy lifestyle...
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December 18, 2018 10:32 am
Published by Amanda
It is a great feeling making someone’s day, but to share in the joy of over 100 kids on their last day of the school year is an even better feeling. Their playground opened in the morning break of their last day – a reward...
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December 14, 2018 10:35 am
Published by Amanda
The latest recreational area within this masterplanned estate by Mirvac will become the sporting hub of this development, with large sports fields, spectator areas and dog off leash area surrounding the playground. We worked with Vee Design to design and deliver a multi-functional intergenerational play...
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December 7, 2018 1:50 pm
Published by Amanda
It’s been a fantastic year for us here at Playscape Creations with some amazing projects under our belt including both dry and wet play, an award for the best QLD Park among others, and the launch of our new Rustik range with 3 projects completed already...
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December 5, 2018 12:47 pm
Published by Amanda
The Ferny Grove Aqua Park is a premier aquatic project which was part of Brisbane City Council’s plan to create a new lifestyle and leisure opportunities for the wider Brisbane community. Opened in time for the 2018 summer school holidays with over 2000 people attending...
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November 29, 2018 3:57 pm
Published by Amanda
Our colleague Tobi Volbert had a busy week of it recently speaking to audiences from Perth to Sydney. Whilst through completely different organisations, the common thread related to Evidence Based Design – and how it’s practical application leads to better recreational spaces, better cities and...
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November 20, 2018 8:00 am
Published by Amanda
Our new Rustik range is bringing refreshed innovation to playground design. With 3 collections within the range, clients can have a more standard ‘off the shelf’ offering through to fully customised play systems integrating Australian Hardwood timbers with climbing nets and steel architectural features. Playscape...
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November 12, 2018 4:01 pm
Published by Amanda
Wadda Mooli means ‘welcome’ in the Bindal people’s language – and what a welcoming recreational space our bespoke playground offers to this new Lendlease community. On entering this new development residents are greeted by a “beacon” art structure which is the key influence and landmark of...
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November 9, 2018 12:39 pm
Published by Amanda
Working together with Landscape Architects Place Design Group, the playspace in this new Sunshine Coast development was configured with an island layout – creating “islands” of play for toddlers and older children with a further fitness island too. Set amidst established vegetation, passive play opportunities...
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October 18, 2018 4:06 pm
Published by Amanda
Winner of the Australian Institute of Landscape Architecture AILA QLD’s 2019 Playspace Award, ‘Bunya Adventure Playground’ is the crown jewel in Fortress Group’s Riverparks development, and is sure to keep the kids in this community entertained for hours! Playscape Creations collaborated with the team from...
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September 6, 2018 2:00 pm
Published by Amanda
Everyone has a personal journey; many have several journeys that intermingle as they progress. I passed a milestone of my own in July celebrating 20 years in this, what was once referred to as the Playground Industry. Like a lot of “journeys” we don’t always...
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August 31, 2018 3:06 pm
Published by Amanda
Playscape Creations worked with Landscape Architects Saunders Havill to design and construct a series of linear parks in Sekisui House’s Ecco Ripley development. The main playspace features a custom Tri-Tower system – a unique first in the Australian market – bold, vibrant and full of...
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July 19, 2018 1:46 pm
Published by Amanda
Annabelle Park’s massive upgrade has been a huge success for Ipswich City Council. With this playspace opening just before the school holidays – their achievements have been more than recognised in the popularity of the park with toddlers and teenagers alike. Having requested a play...
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June 20, 2018 1:45 pm
Published by Amanda
In collaboration with Saunders Havill, Playscape Creations were engaged to design and construct a space that would encourage residents within the new development to congregate and socialise. The play environment includes a St Louis play system boasting a stunning 2.8m Sky Tower that encourages children...
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June 19, 2018 3:27 pm
Published by Amanda
Testing Brooklyn’s Newest Playground at Domino Park in Williamsburg (article taken from New York Times, 7th June 2018 by Daniel McDermon) One of this weekend’s most anticipated art openings in Williamsburg has all the signature Brooklyn components: a postindustrial setting; the use of reclaimed materials;...
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June 4, 2018 12:09 pm
Published by Amanda
Lions Park Gladstone was recently awarded QLD Park of the Year by peak industry body Parks and Leisure. The park also earned Highly Commended status in the Playspace >$500k Award, losing out to the magnificent Centenary Lakes nature playground in Cairns which we were also...
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May 12, 2018 6:35 pm
Published by Amanda
Playscape Creations WA has found a fantastic customer in Alkimos Beach Primary School, having worked closely with them since their opening in 2017 to deliver 2 high quality playspaces at the school – the second delivered in 2 stages as funding permitted. The first stage playground was...
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February 28, 2018 3:38 pm
Published by Amanda
Looking for Early Years design ideas? Our expert design capabilities incorporating a broad range of product styles provide solutions for Childcare Centres and more. From Nature Play to Aquatic Play, Sensory Discovery to High Activity – design ideas for the early years to stimulate development...
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January 30, 2018 2:55 pm
Published by Amanda
Inclusive Play Environments that go beyond accessibility – article taken from the newsletter of the Association of Consultants in Access Australia – January 2018 Example Lions Park Gladstone – Opened December 2017 Playscape Creations is an award winning design and construct company for innovative play environments...
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January 1, 2018 10:30 am
Published by Amanda
Happy New Year to all!! 2017 was a challenging year that reaped some stunning rewards and we’re looking forward to even more fantastic challenges in 2018!! View some of our awesome projects from 2017 here, and we’ll look forward to hearing how we can help...
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December 15, 2017 10:36 am
Published by Amanda
Wow what a year, it was July last time we looked and now here we are two weeks out from Christmas. As you will see in this edition of our Newsletter we have been busy all over Australia building unique play experiences for a wide...
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December 11, 2017 3:58 pm
Published by Amanda
Creating a Da Vinci inspired playspace sounded crazy – but we did it! 2017 has seen Playscape Creations, collaborating with JW Concepts, HNK and Gladstone Regional Council to create the ultimate bespoke playground – winner of Parks and Leisure QLD Award – QLD Park of...
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December 11, 2017 2:52 pm
Published by Amanda
Whimsical Whales Mark 2 …… When we were asked to be involved in the Pandanus Beach redevelopment in 2003 we would never have been able to imagine the impact our Whale pod gave to the park. The setting was very quickly colloquially referred to as...
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December 11, 2017 8:50 am
Published by Amanda
The new playground at DJ Smith Memorial Park in Canungra is open for business with a whole bunch of happy residents ready for play. The official opening was combined with the town Christmas party, with Santa’s arrival being the only thing that could take children...
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November 28, 2017 3:59 pm
Published by Amanda
Having worked on a master plan with the College for 2 areas, Stage 1 has now been completed offering a multitude of play for the younger years, including shade over the main system. The Jungle Climbers Congo unit has proven a wonderful addition in the...
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November 28, 2017 3:40 pm
Published by Amanda
Our team worked closely with Element Design to deliver this fantastic new playspace in Aspire Griffin, a new Fairland development. Engaging on so many levels, the Jungle Climbers range from Playdale was a natural choice for this setting with the intent to blend in with...
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November 21, 2017 1:58 pm
Published by Amanda
The Hope Vale Aquatic Centre has seen an exciting upgrade with the inclusion of a fun zero depth splash pad that will keep children engaged for hours on end. Adjacent to the existing pool facility, the splash pad has been designed into two areas of...
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November 13, 2017 10:13 am
Published by Amanda
Who would have thought that a single, rather simplistic piece of play equipment could have quite so many benefits! Not only does it complement the playground area we had worked on earlier in the year, it activates a previously dead space and promotes inclusion. The...
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November 2, 2017 2:50 pm
Published by Amanda
The new Cronulla Mall playground is a big hit with the locals, featuring varied climbing and sliding with a spiral slide, double slide and ladder, steps and chimney climbers – all topped off with the cute “Kids Only” cubby house roof. Taking a break from...
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November 1, 2017 10:23 am
Published by Amanda
While this project was originally posted in 2015, the recent official opening of the playspace has prompted us to show off some more recent images of how this fantastic park has settled into its natural surrounds and been embraced by the local community of Pelican...
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October 10, 2017 9:03 am
Published by Amanda
This custom designed playground at Parklakes II development at Bli Bli has been designed for children of all abilities to play, learn and grow together. Located in a large neighbourhood park, the playground is connected by a pedestrian walkway network and nature trail, playing fields,...
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October 6, 2017 3:18 pm
Published by Amanda
The new playground at the Smithfield Shopping Centre in Cairns has proven very popular with young “tag-along shoppers”. The feature of the playspace is a Jukebox playground featuring a climbing wall, rope ramp, slide and plenty of above and below deck activity. And complementing the...
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September 12, 2017 2:01 pm
Published by Amanda
If you loved the recent Australian Ninja Warrior series then our range of Ninja inspired outdoor fitness equipment will certainly appeal to you! Designed for years of hard outdoor use these circuit pieces are perfect for all ages, aspiring Ninjas, boot camps and overall community...
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August 29, 2017 3:57 pm
Published by Amanda
Together with Lat27, we are proud recipients of AILA QLD’s 2017 Playspace Award for our project at Roma Street Parklands. Being recognised by the Landscape Architectural Industry’s peak body is both humbling and exciting, and we are exceptionally proud to be acknowledged for our efforts, our...
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