Things to do with kids in Melbourne's west

Local, mostly free and checked against the source: Taylors Hill, Caroline Springs, Hillside, Melton, Deer Park, Sunshine and beyond.

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Addicott Way Reserve

๐Ÿ“ Taylors Hill ยท Free

Local park with play equipment, seating and a shared path for walking or riding.

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Allenby Road Reserve

๐Ÿ“ Hillside ยท Free

Neighbourhood park with play equipment, picnic areas with BBQs, shelter and a drinking fountain.

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Altezze Drive Reserve

๐Ÿ“ Truganina (City of Melton) ยท Free

Dinosaur-themed play equipment, BBQs, picnic tables and shelter.

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Aintree Town Centre Reserve

๐Ÿ“ Aintree ยท Free

Town-centre park with seating, shelter and a water play feature (council says it is switched off over winter and resumes in warmer weather).

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Anghor Drive Reserve

๐Ÿ“ Fraser Rise ยท Free

Play equipment, picnic areas, shared path, bike station, shelter and a drinking fountain.

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Angul Parade Reserve

๐Ÿ“ Deanside ยท Free

Play equipment plus basketball facilities, BBQ, picnic areas and shelter.

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