Summer Days Out
DISCOVER Discovery Centres A visit to a discovery centre makes a great day out for the family. In and around Brisbane we have lots of local centres to choose from offering experiences from animal encounters, interactive displays and nature play, to bushwalks and wildlife discovery – and a whole lot more! Entry is usually free or low cost, and often there are experts and volunteers on hand to answer your questions or act as your guide, and cafés, picnic areas and playgrounds to help you extend your stay. If you haven’t discovered Discovery Centres yet, what are you waiting for? Start your journey of discovery at one of these Families Magazine recommended centres and discover what you’ve been missing!
Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre 149 Acacia Road, Karawatha Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre is located within 900 hectares of stunning natural bushland under the control of Brisbane City Council. The building includes an interactive floor projection of a frog habitat, a sculptural forest discovery area, and a night-time audio-visual experience room. Outside there is Queensland’s first nature play space, which includes water play, climbing features, discovery trails and sculptural artworks. Play elements are inspired by features and materials found in nature rather than standard park play equipment. Children of all ages (and adults who wish they hadn’t grown up!) are able to explore the area and discover interesting facts and stories about the forest. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 9am-4pm. FREE entry. See our review here: www.familiesmagazine.com.au/ karawatha-forest-discovery-centre
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TIP: Discovery Centres often have special activities and events during school holidays. Check with each centre to see what’s on!
Indigiscapes 17 Runnymede Road, Capalaba Rediscover Indigiscapes with its all-new Discovery Centre and Indigi Café. You can also explore the great natural bushland surrounding the centre, take one of the self-guided bushwalks, explore the many themed botanical gardens, or go wild on the adventure playground with flying fox. Learn more about sustainable living, visit the new theatrette and join in the regular community activities and events during school holidays and weekends. Facilities include BBQs, picnic areas, a gift shop and café. NOTE: The centre and cafe is currently closed for refurbishment and will reopen in February 2020. The bushland, gardens and adventure playground are open daily throughout, from 10am-4pm. Entry is FREE. Visit https://indigiscapes.redland.qld.gov.au to find out more.
Your Local Families Magazine December 2019 / January 2020 www.familiesmagazine.com.au