The brand-new playground at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital is officially open and families are already making joyful memories in this inclusive and purpose-built space.
Children at the opening celebration explored the playground’s exciting new features, including interactive sensory panels, balance and strength building apparatus, and inclusive play structures such as a wheelchair accessible carousel. Thoughtfully designed with every child in mind, the playground supports the physical, developmental and therapeutic needs of patients and families.
Adding to the fun on opening day, a face painter and balloon artist delighted children throughout the celebration, creating a festive atmosphere full of laughter and smiles.
Whether climbing, laughing, or exploring, the opening day highlighted the vital role this playground will play for families at the Hospital. Children undergoing treatment and their siblings have a space to play, recover, and feel like kids again. Parents and carers have a spot to rest, connect, and enjoy small but powerful moments of relief during what can be long and challenging days.
The redevelopment was made possible thanks to the incredible generosity of donors, supporters, and community partners.
The WCH Foundation is proud to support projects like this, which enhance the patient experience and support the emotional and social wellbeing of children and their families.
See the opening day and full photo gallery below!
Thank you to our supporters!
This playground was made possible by the generosity of our community.
Special thanks to SA Power Networks and the Enerven Employee Foundation, who launched the campaign by pledging to match the first $20,000 raised. We’re also grateful to AHT Electrical, the Australian Football League, and Foodland & the Good 4 Locals Foundation for their support, along with every donor who contributed to making this project a reality.
