According to a world-first review by the University of South Australia, nature play improves children’s complex thinking skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Playground Ideas shares its story
An Australian non-profit that provides open-source playground building resources to communities across the world, Playground Ideas, will have the story of its innovative loose parts play solution, the Nüdel Kart, shown on the big screen during the Transitions Film Festival in Melbourne.
Bringing out the Urban Warrior
With today’s youth typically less active than in the past, WillPlay has launched the Urban Warrior range which is designed to appeal to students of all ages, encouraging physical activity and promoting greater core strength.
Inclusive play: Spaces for all
Dedicated to creating playgrounds with universal designs that support equality in play, KOMPAN Australia has released a new publication that highlights the importance of inclusive play and provides guidelines on creating spaces for all.
Playground design – How to get it right
WillPlay’s General Manager Nathan Lee shares tips for choosing the right school playground for a variety of learning environments.
Playground grants awarded
KOMPAN Australia has announced the winners of its 2019 Matched Funding Grant Program, which required entrants to brainstorm and detail their dream play or fitness space and explain the impact it would have on the students and wider school community.