I am definitely a fan of this playground but something held me back from giving it five stars…read more Perhaps it was the dated equipment, perhaps it was the lack of equipment designed for the much older children, perhaps it's the lack of shade over the playground, or perhaps it was the long distance to the toilets, I'm not sure but let me tell you what's great about this place. This playground is fully fenced and the entire space has a rubber flooring. There is a drinking fountain, tap, table/chair and BBQ all within close proximity to the playground. Unfortunately there isn't any shelter/shade over the table but with the massive gum trees in the park, there is some shade depending on the time you visit. This is a great place to come but for me, it slightly falls short of my 'destination' playground status. Maybe I'm having a bad day lol. There's PLENTY of space to kick a ball or throw a frisbee outside of the fenced playground area. *Dogs allowed* *Drinking fountain and tap* *Table/chair area (not sheltered)* *BBQ* *Toilets (walking distance)*

Finally! A park with toilets. I think I'd give a park three stars simply for having a toilet, and…read moreeverything else on top of that is a bonus. My kind of park is one that has a great moat of green protecting a toilet right in the middle. Nothing else actually matter. And a drinking fountain too? Benissimo! There's a wide area and plenty of space to play with balls. There's your usual playground. There's a barbecue. And that's about it. But there's nothing more you need. Of course, there could, perhaps, be a little more shade. We're in Australia, after all, not Siberia. But, regardless, this is a nice park. If it's your local park, it's worth being proud of.

This morning it was the venue for an Italian Greyhound meetup, everyone found it a fantastic park…read moreand really handy for those with smaller breeds who'd had issues with attacks from larger dogs at some of the nearby parks. Still super clean, it doesn't shut either so coming back at night we take Dallas for runs in the dark (the only downside is the lack of lighting at night, hopefully they follow North adelaide parks lead with that, get it, lead ).

Firstly the map on here does not show the correct location for this park. It is further away from…read moreRichmond Rd than this. Have a look at my pictures for the correct location of this park. This park is great. Not as big as our local but has some great features. * It is broken into 2 sections for different dogs * it has ample water with a dog bowl and tap,water fountain and a dog shower! In both sections * there is shade and shelter for hot or rainy days * lots of benches to sit at * fully fenced with double gates for doggy safety * poo bags and bins * lots of area to explore. This park has lots of newly planted trees. In a year or so this place will be even more lovey and have extra shade and character. A good effort by the council!

When I first checked out Kings Reserve, I thought the playground was the one on the other side of…read morethe oval, along Ashley Street. Then when I checked out the actual KINGS RESERVE I became excited! There's parking down Meyer Street, down near the Thebarton Aquatic Centre and it's the closest you will be able to get the car to the playground. There's a lot of equipment for a variety of age groups and abilities.There's also a skate park and basketball hoop not too far from the playground. Bring some sausages and use the BBQ....your children will be here for quite a while! There are toilets, a drinking fountain, table/chairs and more than enough space to do any sort of activity you would like (provided there aren't sporting groups using the space). Lots of fun to be had here! Perhaps the only thing missing that would make me feel more comfortable about staying here for a long time is that there isn't a great deal of shade. I burn so easily and while the table/chair area is under a tree, some solid shade for parents not chasing their children all over the place would be great. *Dogs allowed (not near playground)* *Drinking fountains* *BBQ* *Basketball hoop* *Skate Park* *Table/chair* *Toilet*

King's Reserve is a pleasant park in Thebarton, perfect for kids, barbecues, skating, playing…read moresoccer or having a picnic. It doesn't exactly go above and beyond, but it serves the local community well. My main gripe is that the local football team put chains over the goal posts so they can be used by the community - despite the fact that our rates pay for the field! I like to come and kick around a bit with friends occasionally and it would be nice to actually use the posts. Conveniently the reserve is just across the road from the Brickies, so we pop over there for a beer after the game. Other than this, I'm pretty satisfied. There is bubblers and shady spots (could be a few more of these, but not a big problem), a kid's playground and a skateboarding bit.

I would say that this is the quieter reserve, but then again I probably could also describe it as…read morethe larger one as well. Yet, I'm not entirely convinced that one could consider it a foreshore reserve, especially since there are now a number of apartments located between it and the beach. Yet, it does have some facilities, including restrooms, and it is also next to the marina as well. It is a shame however that they removed the replica ship.

Wigley Reserve at Glenelg must suffer from the most mis-pronounced name of any park or reserve in…read moreAdelaide. I don't know why but many people insist on calling it Wrigley Reserve. There's actually nothing wriggly about it! It was named after H.R. Wigley who was the Resident Magistrate of Adelaide and a resident of Glenelg back in the 1840's. Mis-pronunciations aside, visit Wigley Reserve any morning around 6 in the morning and you'll find the place a hive of activity. It's a favoured venue for 'bootcamp' training aka people who like to be flogged by a trainer early in the mornings. There's a collection of exercise equipment there that gets plenty of use at other times of the day as well. Located at the end of Anzac Highway and on the corner of Adelphi Terrace, the reserve is on the shore of the Patawalonga right near the river's mouth. The Pat as its known by locals can get a bit stinky at times but this doesn't seem to deter the hive of activity that takes place on the reserve. Over the years its been the venue for events like the start of the Walk to Cure Diabetes, Lance Armstrong's Twitter Ride, and a gathering place for car enthusiasts to name but a few. It is after all a big space and is open for hire to all sorts of people for all sorts of community events.

Our dog doesn't really get dog parks. They're not his usual pack and he doesn't run away, so he…read moredoesn't see the point of meeting new dogs or being penned, however after a few circuits a red setter was determined to make him his new bestie and he played along. This is a well grassed (in winter anyway), clean park with bushland for sniffing in and complimentary balls for catching. There are 2 different areas (for small dogs/puppies and larger dogs) and all socialised well. There's clean water for humans and dogs, shade, tunnels and all in all a handy place to go if your dog is a runner-awayer.

I drive across town for this place so I must like it. The only dog park that caters for small dogs…read more(they have two parks side by side - one big, one for the littlies). Mine is scared of other dogs so it's perfect for him and has helped socialise him.

Yay! What a pleasant playground this is. The whole playground is fenced but there is a park (also…read morefenced to the road) where dogs can frollick during certain times of the day (See photos). This is quite a fun playground which would entertain quite a few age groups. There is a drinking fountain in the lawn park (where dogs are allowed). One of the biggest pluses for me is that the playground is under shade cloth sails!!!! Woohoo!! I love your work City of Unley!! *Dogs allowed in dog park, not in playground* *Drinking fountain in dog park*

This park is tucked out of the way, away from Greenhill Road, and is a bit of a secret find for…read moremany - even locals. I was a regular here with my kids for several years when we were living at Frewville, giving my wife a chance to study and giving the girls a run around in the fresh air, and we got a huge surprise when we returned not so long ago, just before Christmas, and found the fantastic renovations that had been done. McLeary Park always was a nice, safe, shady playground, with a quite elaborate climbing frame, almost a fort on stilts with a slide and netting to climb, and the spirit of that structure has been maintained with the more modern equipment in place now. There is still plentiful shade from the trees however the additional shade cloth is brilliant - I notice Unley and Burnside councils have made significant upgrades to a number of parks with shade and newer equipment. So, yet again, my kids had a ball here - three years older now, but just as enraptured. The only downside here is that there's no public convenience, so we had to pack up and head off to the nearby KFC for toilets. Other than that, beautiful place for a family picnic.

I was a little dubious of this place when I saw on the gate a massive sign saying the entire place…read morewas under video surveillance. It's never a good sign for a playground, but I have to say I was quite surprised. This isn't a big area so the council has been able to fit a lot into a small package. The playground is pretty decent. It's probably targeting slightly older children than toddlers and the like. There's some hangy things and climby things and ropey things (I'm SUCH an expert lol) but they are also the type of things that younger children could find different uses for. It may even encourage them to give new things a try. There are of course public tennis courts here, and a BBQ and table/chair area under the shade of the toilet block (I know. Doesn't sound too attractive does it?) but I was quite impressed with how it all worked together. You may want to take some extra hand wipes or sanitiser :-) *Dogs allowed* *Toilet block* *BBQ* *Table/chair* *Tennis courts*

Very high quality and well maintained. Fully fenced so you can bring your dog, 2 BBQs with park…read morebenches. Slide is slippery. Well maintained toilet, cleaned regularly.

If you didn't know what to look for, you would walk, ride or drive straight past this little…read moreplayground. It's a pretty little place and the park extends back a lot further than the fenced toddler playground in my photos. This playground is definitely one for the toddlers but it's purely just playground...no swings. There is a BBQ and table/chair area right beside the playground. Apart from the trees, there isn't a lot in the way of shade depending on what time of day you visit. Check out my photos for the dog park rules/times. *Dogs allowed (not in playground)* *Table/chair area* *BBQ*

This playground would stand on it's own two feet, but to be saddled up beside another playground…read more(Goodale Reserve) is a brilliant idea! Both of the playgrounds are new and exciting. While the Goodale Reserve is a great toddler park, the AA Bailey Rec Ground is suited for older children. There is a sheltered table/chair area (as well as some not sheltered) and BBQs. I can't remember seeing toilets but with this being such a big facility (oval and playgrounds) I'm sure there would be some nearby. Check out my review of Goodale Reserve to see photos of the toddler park. *Dogs allowed* *Sheltered table/chairs* *BBQs*