This park is fantastic but the slippery slide that is there is so dangerous. My Mothers Group kids are all 3 years old and one of them went on it and because there are no sides on the slide, he fell off. Luckily he was halfway down and didn't do too much damage, but he did twist his ankle. All the other swings there are made for 2 to 4 year olds and I really don't think this slide should be there. We went to this park because we thought it would be safe and secure for our kids because it has a fence, but I'm not sure if my friends and I will want to go back there due to the slide.

This is a remarkable playground suiting all ages and abilites. It is fenced, but very large, if you have small children they will need constant following. There is also a waterplay area with alot of water! A change of clothes or swimmers will be nescessary if kids discover this area. The bike area is great. A flying fox,and a very tall climbing stucture and slide will keep older kids (and adults) happy too. This playground gets very busy in the middle of the day. To avoid crowds go before 10am or after 5pm.

I have heard this park is the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, and I wouldn't be surprised! It is absolutely fantastic, with something for everyone. The bike track within the park is great for little kids to learn to ride, and learn basic road rules. Also easy access to the bike track around Lake Macquarie. My only negative comment is the amount of vandalism that occurs at the park, which is very disappointing to see. Every time I go there something else seems to be broken (often fence panels around the park) - I wish those people would stop ruining things for everyone else! But saying that, I drive an hour to take my son to this park as we both love it! Very busy on the weekends though - we stick to midweek.

I have a child with a disability. This park is both fun and great for developing the motor skills she requires. What a fabulous environment for exploring, learning to take turns, testing your abilities. Something for the whole family. Why can't more Councils get together and produce such well planned parks. Lake Macquarie have proven it can be done and very successfully. We travel regularly from Sydney to visit family and never miss an opportunity to visit this park.

Great playground for all ages, great tracks for bikes and scooters, fantastic slides, swings, and climbing equipment. Bbq and a cafe.

I cannot imagine a playground with more facilities and more fun, at least not for free anyway! Definitely the best playground between Sydney and Newcastle. Caters for all ages and adults with great BBQ facilities and cafe nearby. Best part is it is all fenced so little ones cannot escape, as all playgrounds should.

Great playground! Very high climbing frame to slide. Flying fox. Great bike/ scooter park. If Sydney had this it would cost.

We had a lovely time here. Could do with more seats and shade but an awesome playground in a beautiful setting.

I was really disappointed by this playground as all it offered was commercial equipment but didn't make any use of its natural setting at all. Being set in the Botanic Gardens was an amazing opportunity to do some nature play.
Facilities are excellent - BBQs, shelter shed, toilets, space to kick a ball or fly kites, on bike path.
400m from car park, so take a pram for the under 3s, the path is no problems for pneumatic tyres and OK for a stroller.

The first five photos here are outdated, as this playground was upgraded at the end of 2014. There is now a little flying fox, a terrific bowl swing, and a new slide structure. The location is gorgeous, with it's coastal views and numerous trees. Lots of open space, amenities, and shops nearby.

Great playground with lots to do. Loads of shade, big grassed area as well for kicking footy etc. Great for our 1 & 3 year old as well as older kids.

Further information about Bicentennial Park can be found here: http://www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au/Visiting/venues_and_parks/bicentenn… With thanks to Verve Communications for the link.

Also note that Bicentennial Park is now in the suburb of Sydney Olympic Park, not Homebush, thanks to rezoning in 2009.

Great park. Has wheelchair swing in fenced area at Village Green playground. Multiple playgrounds within grounds.

Excellent playground with 2 climbing rope towers and round

Fantastic playground with variety of equipment to keep kids of all ages happy. Some shady spots to sit within the fenced playground is great too.

Great playground which has been upgraded again in recent months.

We love this playground. Fantastic variety of equipment and great mix of things for all age children.

We LOVE this playground. It is truly wonderful - fantastic equipment for physical and imaginative play.

Awesome playground!!

Called in here today, after locating it through Playground Finder.

Yes, it is a great area for children of all ages, imaginative and interesting.

Particularly liked the community involvement; featured in the fencing, illustrated through the notice boards at the entrance, and the children-sized replicas of Montrose itself.

Being during school hours on a windy, blustery day, the park was empty yet neat and tidy.

Great playground. My children 1, 3 & 7 had enough fun for over an hour and didn't want to leave. Fish and chip shop about 100m away has the best chips ever (July 2012).

Absolutely loved this playground! Its huge!! Easily spent over 1hr here wit a 3yo! The little painted cubbies/ houses are just divine. Ive been to many playgrounds& this is quite easily the best. The location is gorgeous, surrounded by lovely green trees/ plants& even saw a kookaburra! Only a couple of hundred metres from montrose shops& bakery :)

Excellent playground. Lots of different equipment. The only downside is that there's not much shade.

This playground is a favorite with my kids. There is a flying fox, jumping pillow, swim enclosure and a great artificial tidal rock pool suitable for toddlers and primaries. A fantastic facility.

Great playground, has something for all ages and abilities. Multiple playgrounds/areas. Great for a family day out.

Best playground in Victoria!

The best because of the train (Diamond Valley Miniature Railway). There are a couple of nice ovals for playing sports or flying a kite, but the miniature train is exceptional. I wouldn't be surprised if it is the best you'll find in Australia. You can take the kids on a ride, there are lots of trains running so they can see steam trains, diesel, etc. The Trains only run on Sundays and some other days though.

This playground has been totally renovated (early 2013)
It is now a brand new access all abilities playground. New playground is fully fenced. Has a great sandpit and water play area. Very popular swings and flying fox. Seemed good for all ages. Very natural setting, with bush surrounds and statues to explore.
Generally speaking was quite busy and very crowded, but a great park. Not sure why they only put one slide, because there was even a queue for that! I guess lots of people go there after seeing the trains. They are still awesome and highly recommended!

The new Eltham Lower Park is a celebration of two of my favourite topics: inclusiveness and indigenous flora and fauna. The park's theme is the Eltham Copper Butterfly and if you read all the information panels you'll come away with a pretty good knowledge of the unique relationship between the butterfly, the sweet bursaria tree and ants!

The playground is beautifully designed and ticks all the boxes for inclusiveness. You can park right out the front where you'll see beautiful landscaping and some pretty impressive looking public toilets which are fully accessible. Once through the stunning gate (with childproof latch) you can follow a pathway that is dotted with tactile panels with Braille and Auslan symbols; they're fascinating.

The playground is large, with plenty of space between each piece of equipment. There's a wheelchair-accessible carousel, a nest swing, regular swings, a lumpy hill to climb with a tunnel slide down the other side, a whirligig and a double flying fox (one with pommel, the other a harness seat).

The theme makes for a beautiful play space with caterpillar shaped platforms and sculptures, ants, and a stunning copper butterfly climbing wall. There is a dry creek bed sandpit with accompanying elevated sand tables and a water pump. And if you haven't had enough fun by now, have a look at yourself and your kids in the wobbly mirrors!

Throughout the park there are tables, chairs and covered barbecues. The trees provide dappled shade for much of the playground, although the climbing butterfly is quite exposed to sun. There are quite a few new plantings of indigenous grasses and of course the sweet bursaria.

This is truly a stunning playground and is well worth travelling to.

Fenced playground called Eltham Butterfly Park/Playground.
Other amenities: Fenced off leash area, oval, bush walking tracks, BBQs, toilets and miniature railway (Diamond Valley
Railway).

Nearby Cafes: Zen Den (somewhat child friendly - has fenced outdoor seating) about 15
- 20min (adult) walk from park, Second Home (not very child friendly - really good
food and coffee), 20min (adult) walk from park, Petty’s Orchard (Lower
Templestowe) - approx 40 - 60min walk (adult) from park, GREAT for kids - has
¾ fenced playground and plenty of places to sit so you can watch the kids.