Designed to be a special treat for families when visiting The Canopy shops, the shopping centre playground is one of the best we have seen ever around.

Sydney kids can explore the water play pumping station, three in ground trampolines, toddler slide, swings, sand pit, balancing logs, curly tunnel slide, sky bridge and climbing challenges.

The play space is only partly fenced off, deliberately to discourage parents from leaving their children while they duck into the shops. Mums and Dads will need to keep an eye out if you have multiple children or runners like me!

The precinct also features a grassy lawn area to picnic on and a water fountain with splashing jets. We’re tipping this will be a huge hit with the kids in summer, make sure to pack a towel and spare clothing on those warmer days.