Local places, local people.
Local activities, community opportunities, trusted providers, and other helpful resources that may support your family's journey — a handpicked collection to help you get out, explore, and find your people around Ipswich.
Equipment Suppliers
We’ve gathered a collection of therapy equipment suppliers to help families explore products that may support therapy goals, sensory needs, independence, and everyday participation. These external providers are shared as a starting point only, as every child’s needs, preferences, and circumstances are unique.
Active / Play Equipment
HART Sport
A leading supplier of sports, PE, and active play equipment designed to encourage movement, coordination, and physical development for children of all ages and abilities.
Funky Monkey Bars
Outdoor play systems that support strength, coordination, and confidence through climbing and active play, with adjustable setups to suit different ages and spaces.
Growplay Monkey Bars
High-quality modular monkey bars designed to promote physical activity, gross motor skills, and imaginative outdoor play in a safe and adaptable way.
Springfree Trampoline
Innovative trampolines designed with safety as a priority, offering a fun way for children to develop balance, coordination, and sensory regulation through movement.
Vuly
Premium outdoor play equipment including trampolines and swing sets, designed to encourage active play, fitness, and outdoor exploration.
Therapy & Educational Equipment
My Diffability
An Australian supplier of therapy and educational tools that support children with additional needs, including sensory, learning, and developmental resources.
Sensory Oasis for Kids
Specialises in sensory products and equipment designed to support regulation, calm spaces, and sensory exploration for children.
Sensory Superheroes
A provider of sensory tools and resources that help children with self-regulation, focus, and sensory processing needs.
Kaiko Fidgets
High-quality fidget tools designed to support focus, calm, and sensory regulation in a discreet and functional way.
Modern Teaching Aids
A well-established supplier of educational resources, classroom tools, and therapy equipment to support learning and development across a range of needs.
Toy & Games Shops
Presents of Mind
A thoughtfully curated toy store offering educational and sensory-friendly toys that support learning, creativity, and development through play.
Amazen
A specialist toy and games store with a strong focus on high-quality, engaging products that encourage imagination, exploration, and skill-building.
Kidstuff
A well-known Australian toy retailer offering a wide range of toys, games, and learning resources to support play-based development for children of all ages.
Bim Bam Boom
An online store featuring fun, creative toys and games designed to inspire imagination, play, and learning through hands-on experiences.
Rainbow Fun
A colourful range of toys and games focused on creativity, sensory engagement, and inclusive play experiences for children.
Clothing
Comfort on the Spectrum
Adaptive and sensory-friendly clothing designed to prioritise comfort, reduce sensory discomfort, and support everyday wearability for children.
Everyhuman (Kids)
Inclusive clothing designed with comfort, accessibility, and practicality in mind, supporting children with diverse sensory and physical needs.
Organisation
Nelli
A digital organisational system that helps families and individuals structure daily routines, tasks, and information in a clear and manageable way.
Daily Orders
A visual support and organisation tool designed to help children and families create predictable routines and support independence in daily life.
Safety & Assistance
Project Protect
A safety initiative offering tools and resources to help keep children safe, particularly those who may be vulnerable in the community.
My Buddy Guard
A personal safety support system designed to provide reassurance, tracking, and assistance for children who may need extra safety support.
MyQRMed
A digital medical ID system that stores important health information and can be quickly accessed in an emergency.
National Assistance Card
A voluntary identification card that helps communicate disability or medical needs to emergency services and support personnel when needed.
Miscellaneous
Human Mobile Devices (HMD)
Child-friendly mobile phones and technology solutions designed to support communication, accessibility, and everyday connection for a wide range of users.
Spriggy
A family-friendly money management app that helps children and young people learn about saving, spending, and budgeting in a safe, guided way. It supports the development of financial independence through real-world practice and parent supervision.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Community activities provide valuable opportunities for children to develop skills, build friendships, explore interests, and experience a sense of belonging. This section highlights local extra-curricular programs that are inclusive and welcoming of children with additional support needs, helping families discover activities where their child can feel comfortable, engaged, and successful.
Computer Games
Endgame Esports
A supervised gaming venue offering structured programs, social gaming opportunities, and a safe space for young people to connect through shared interests in gaming.
The Gaming Den
A welcoming gaming space that provides a social and supportive environment for children and teens to enjoy video games, build friendships, and develop teamwork skills.
Board & Card Games
Epicly Games
A friendly local game store offering board games, card games, and community events that encourage social interaction, strategy, and inclusive play.
Dark Magician Games
A community-focused gaming store specialising in trading card games and tabletop gaming, with regular events that foster connection and shared interests.
Greater Springfield Gamers
A social group that brings people together through board games and tabletop gaming in a relaxed and inclusive environment.
Ipswich Board Games Club
A welcoming community group where players of all experience levels can enjoy board games, meet others, and build social connections.
Miscellaneous
Circus Ipswich
Offers inclusive circus programs that support coordination, confidence, and creativity through fun, movement-based activities.
Bricks 4 Kidz
Provides engaging LEGO-based programs that promote creativity, problem-solving, and STEM learning in a fun and supportive setting.
Flip Out (Bundamba)
Offers home school programs that are great for children who seek sensory input and physical activity, and want more opportunities for social connections.
Community Activities
Some of the best opportunities for play, connection, and confidence-building happen outside of therapy. This section brings together local parks, play spaces, events, and community activities that may be welcoming and accessible for children with additional support needs, helping families discover places where their child can feel comfortable, included, and free to be themselves.
Parks
Queens Park
A beautiful, spacious park with shaded playgrounds, a small wildlife area, an adjacent café, and plenty of quiet spots for children who may need a break from busy play.
River Heart Parklands
A riverside space with open areas to explore, water play, walking paths, and play equipment, offering both active play and calmer spaces to unwind.
Sutton Park
A relaxed, family-friendly park with a large bike circuit, skate park, and room to run, making it a great option for a low-pressure outing.
Splash ‘n’ Play Adventure Park
A popular water play area with interactive features and a large playground, ideal for sensory play and cooling off on warmer days.
Redbank Plains Recreational Reserve
A tall, climbing-focused playground with a range of equipment for different ages and abilities, and a large skate park.
Robelle Domain
A fantastic water play park with multiple zones, allowing families to choose between busy, active areas and quieter spots.
Grande Park
A large playground with a variety of climbing and imaginative play options, a dirt and concrete bike circuit, and plenty of walking paths for movement breaks.
Rocks Riverside Park
A popular park with water play, wide open spaces, and picnic areas, offering flexibility for both active and quieter play experiences.
Libraries
Ipswich Children’s Library
A welcoming, child-focused space with interactive play areas, sensory-friendly resources, and regular activities designed especially for young children.
Ipswich Library
Opposite the Children’s Library, the adult library has a Makerspace area giving you an opportunity to get up close and personal with cutting edge digital technology.
Springfield Central Library
A modern library with engaging children’s areas, events, plenty of space to explore at your own pace, and a Makerspace area giving you an opportunity to get up close and personal with cutting edge digital technology.
Art Gallery
Farms & Animals
Ipswich Nature Centre
A free, gentle introduction to animals with shaded pathways and a slower pace, making it ideal for children who enjoy predictable environments.
The Llama Farm
A unique and calming experience where children can meet and interact with llamas in a quieter, more structured setting.
EWE Nique Hobby Farm
A small, friendly farm offering close-up animal experiences in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Summer Land Camels
A spacious farm experience where families can see camels up close, with opportunities for exploration at a comfortable pace.
Naughty Little Kids
A fun, hands-on farm experience where children can interact with goats and animals in a playful and engaging setting.
Swimming
Walks
Play Centres
Area 51 (Bundamba)
An indoor play centre with a mega indoor playground with slides, rock climbing, high ropes, and a large snow world, allowing children to engage at their own level and pace.
Flip Out (Bundamba)
A trampoline and activity centre that supports active play and movement, which can be great for children who seek sensory input and physical activity.