The Hills District All Abilities Playground Visual Story

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Arrival

The arrival area at The Hills District All Abilities Playground is located in an urban setting next to a sports field. Established gum, fig and paperbark trees surround the playground and provide natural shade. The nearby car park includes three accessible car parking spaces positioned close to the entrance. Step-free concrete pathways connect the parking area to the playground entry.

The playground is fully enclosed by a boundary fence. Entry is through a gate fitted with a pool-style latch that may require adult assistance to operate. After passing through the gate, the playground area is located to the left. Moving further along past the rubbish bins and to the right leads to the toilet block. Visitors may hear passing vehicles and activity from the nearby sports oval. This area is used for playground access and supervised recreation.

A car park with two marked disabled parking spaces in the foreground, featuring blue wheelchair symbols. A large tree stands to the left, casting shadows on the asphalt. In the background, there are more trees and a grassy area, with a fence and a small structure visible. A tall light pole is near the centre, and a sign is on the right. The ground is scattered with leaves and debris.
A car park with designated disabled parking spaces marked in blue and yellow lines in the foreground. Two large trees stand on either side, casting shadows on the asphalt. In the background, a grassy area with more trees and a playground is visible. A tall light pole is centrally located, and the sun shines through the clouds, creating a bright spot in the sky. A sign is visible near the trees on the right.
A park with a grassy area in the centre, surrounded by a low wooden barrier. Tall trees with sparse leaves are scattered throughout, casting shadows on the ground. To the right, a paved parking area with a few cars is visible. On the left, dense foliage forms a backdrop. The sky is partly cloudy, and the sun is partially obscured by the trees. The road in the foreground is smooth and dark, with tree shadows stretching across it.
A park with a paved path and grassy area in the centre, surrounded by tall trees. On the right, there are several parked cars and a few buildings with white walls and red signage. The left side has more trees and a fenced area. The ground is a mix of asphalt and grass, and the sun is setting in the background, casting long shadows.
A paved pathway curves to the left, bordered by grass and small trees. A signpost stands near the path. To the right, a fenced area encloses a playground with a small playhouse and equipment. The fence has decorative elements and a sign. Trees and greenery fill the background, with sunlight streaming from the right, casting long shadows on the ground. The sky is clear with some clouds.
A black gate with honeycomb and bee designs, labelled "The Hills District All Abilities Playground," stands in the foreground. The ground is concrete with honeycomb patterns. Behind the gate, there are trees and playground equipment, including a small house structure and slides. The background is filled with lush greenery and a partly cloudy sky.
A quiet street with a wide road on the right and a footpath on the left. The left side features a park enclosed by a black fence, with large green trees providing shade. Yellow entry gates and signs are visible at the park entrance. The park contains playground equipment in the background. Power lines run overhead, and a grassy verge separates the footpath from the road.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Passing vehicles
  2. Children playing
  3. Sports cheers
  4. Rustling leaves
  5. Distant chatter
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh grass
  2. Eucalyptus
  3. Earthy soil
  4. Nearby food
  5. Clean air
Touch

Feel

  1. Warm sunlight
  2. Gentle breeze
  3. Smooth pavement
  4. Cool shade
  5. Excitement
Sight

Sight

  1. Tall trees
  2. Playground equipment
  3. Sports field
  4. Colourful signs
  5. Fenced area

Picnic and BBQ Area

The picnic and barbecue area is located directly inside the playground entrance. The space includes shaded seating areas with picnic tables and electric barbecues. Yellow and red panels form part of the surrounding structures, and the ground surface is paved to support step-free movement throughout the area. Small garden beds surround the space.

The nearby toilet block is open from 5am to 8pm and includes one ambulant toilet and one accessible toilet with handrails and a baby change table. The picnic area is positioned close to the playground, allowing supervision of the play equipment. This space is commonly used for shared meals, rest breaks and informal gatherings.

A playground with a concrete path in the foreground. On the left, there are trees and playground equipment with orange and blue structures. In the centre, a tree is planted in an orange hexagonal planter, surrounded by benches and red stools. On the right, a yellow panel with a honeycomb pattern is visible, along with more trees and a grassy area in the background. The area is shaded by large canopies.
A playground with a small playhouse and various play equipment on the left, surrounded by trees and shaded by large triangular canopies. The ground is covered with a mix of soft play surfaces and concrete paths. On the right, there are picnic tables with red benches. The background features more trees and additional play structures, including swings. The area is well-maintained and spacious, with a mix of sun and shade.
A playground area with a concrete floor. On the left, there's a play structure with orange supports. In the centre, a covered seating area with red benches and tables is visible. A tree is planted in an orange hexagonal planter. On the right, a structure with yellow panels featuring a honeycomb pattern. In the background, there are trees and a grassy area enclosed by a fence.
A park area with a covered seating section featuring metal picnic tables with red legs and benches. The shelter has a corrugated metal roof. To the right, there are decorative panels in red and yellow with circular cutouts. In the background, a playground with various equipment, including a small playhouse and climbing structures, is visible. The area is surrounded by trees, and the ground is paved with concrete.
Under a grey ceiling, there are several picnic tables with red metal legs and grey tops. The floor is concrete. In the background, a playground features swings and climbing structures on a blue rubber surface. Trees and shrubs are scattered throughout the area. Decorative panels with hexagonal patterns and bee motifs are on the left and right, with one labelled "Sugarbag Native Bee."
A covered outdoor area with a stainless steel table in the centre. On the left and right are red panels with circular cut-out patterns. In the background, a playground with various equipment, including a slide and climbing structures, is visible. Trees and shrubs are scattered throughout, with some planted in orange-bordered planters. The ground is a mix of concrete and blue rubberised surfaces. The ceiling is flat and grey.
A small, modern public toilet structure with a grey exterior and a slanted white roof. On the right, there's a decorative yellow panel with circular cutouts. A defibrillator is mounted on the wall. In the background, a grassy field is enclosed by a black chain-link fence, with a parked white vehicle and a small building visible. Bushes and trees are scattered around, and a yellow bin is on the right. The ground is paved with concrete.
A small grey building with a slanted roof is on the left, featuring an automated external defibrillator (AED) mounted on the wall. A yellow decorative panel is on the right side of the building. In the background, there are trees and a grassy area with a yellow bin. The ground is paved with concrete, and a tree is planted in a red circular planter on the right.
A public restroom with metallic walls and a concrete floor. On the left, a stainless steel sink with a soap dispenser is mounted on the wall. In the centre, a baby changing station is above three white bins. On the right, a stainless steel toilet is visible, with a sharps disposal box mounted above it. The ceiling has a vented design, allowing light to filter through.
A public restroom with metallic walls and a concrete floor. On the left, there's a stainless steel sink with a soap dispenser above it. Next to the sink is a baby changing station. In the centre, three white bins are mounted on the wall. On the right, a stainless steel toilet with a safety rail and a small control panel above it. A yellow sharps disposal sign is visible on the wall. The ceiling has a vented section allowing light to filter through.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Children playing
  2. Birds chirping
  3. Barbecue sizzling
  4. Laughter
  5. Footsteps on pavement
Smell

Smells

  1. Grilled food
  2. Fresh air
  3. Cut grass
  4. Wood chips
  5. Flowers
Touch

Feel

  1. Warm sunlight
  2. Cool shade
  3. Smooth pavement
  4. Gentle breeze
  5. Vibrant energy
Sight

Sight

  1. Colourful playground
  2. Picnic tables
  3. Shaded areas
  4. Yellow panels
  5. Green trees

Playground Areas

The playground includes three distinct play areas connected by step-free concrete pathways. The main play zones have a soft rubber surface, supporting movement throughout the space. Large orange poles support black shade sails that provide overhead cover. Landscape features include garden beds and a sandpit with two diggers.

The playground includes wheelchair-friendly play equipment, adaptive disability swings and a sensory sand play area. A musical play zone allows children to interact with instruments such as a glockenspiel, drums and a xylophone. There is also a “Learning Braille” clock. The toddler area includes smaller-scale play equipment, while a larger climbing structure is located in a separate zone for older children. The area is used for supervised play and active recreation.

A playground with a small playhouse in the centre, surrounded by a white picket fence. The ground is covered with a soft, dark surface. Tall orange poles support a large triangular shade sail overhead. To the left, there are trees and a play structure with a blue seat. On the right, picnic tables are visible under a shelter. The foreground has a grassy area and a concrete path, while more trees and playground equipment are in the background.
A playground with colourful equipment featuring orange and blue structures, including slides and climbing frames, is in the centre. The ground is a mix of concrete and rubber surfaces with geometric patterns. Trees surround the area, providing shade, and a path curves around the playground. A white utility vehicle is parked on the grass to the left. The background is filled with lush greenery and more trees.
A playground with various equipment on a blue rubber surface. On the left, there's a tree with green leaves and an orange slide. In the centre, a climbing structure with blue arches and a small orange playhouse. On the right, a bench with orange accents and another tree. The background features more trees and a shaded area with a black canopy. The ground is a mix of concrete paths and mulch around the trees.
A playground with a central mound covered in green and brown rubber surfacing, flanked by blue slides. Bright orange and blue poles support a large black shade canopy overhead. In the background, there are trees and additional playground equipment, including orange slides. The ground is a mix of blue and green rubberised material, and the area is surrounded by lush greenery.
A playground with a blue rubber floor. On the left, there's a playhouse with a slide and a musical play structure. In the centre, a curved climbing frame is visible. To the right, a bench with orange supports is near a tree planted in a circular orange planter. In the background, there are more trees and a shaded area with additional seating.
A playground with various equipment is surrounded by trees and greenery. On the left, there are large trees providing shade. In the centre, a black rubber play surface features a yellow seesaw, a hexagonal climbing structure, and other play equipment. To the right, more trees and a slide are visible. The ground is a mix of concrete paths and grass, with some mulch around the trees. The background includes more trees and a yellow structure.
A children's playground with two orange slides, one spiral on the left and a double slide on the right. The structures are supported by blue poles and feature orange hexagonal patterns. A sign titled "Anatomy of a Bee" is visible on the left. An orange rope bridge connects two towers with orange roofs. The ground is covered with blue and orange rubber tiles. Trees are in the background, providing shade.
A playground with a colourful play structure featuring orange and blue elements, including slides and ramps, is in the centre. The ground is covered with a blue and orange rubber surface. On the left, there are lush green trees and shrubs. In the background, more trees provide shade. The foreground has a concrete path and grass.
A playground with an orange railing bridge in the centre, leading to a covered area in the background. The ground is a mix of concrete and rubberised surface with scattered leaves. On the left, large trees provide shade, and a fence runs along the perimeter. On the right, more playground equipment is partially visible. The area is surrounded by greenery, creating a natural setting.
A playground with a blue slide on the left, leading down to a surface covered in green and black rubber. Colourful poles in blue, orange, and green support overhead shade sails. In the background, there are trees and additional playground equipment, including swings. A white bench is visible to the right, surrounded by more trees and foliage. The ground is scattered with fallen leaves.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Children laughing
  2. Birds chirping
  3. Slides whooshing
  4. Footsteps on paths
  5. Dogs barking
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh grass
  2. Earthy mulch
  3. Clean air
  4. Rubber flooring
  5. Nearby flowers
Touch

Feel

  1. Soft ground
  2. Cool shade
  3. Gentle breeze
  4. Warm sun
  5. Smooth slides
Sight

Sight

  1. Colourful equipment
  2. Shaded areas
  3. Green trees
  4. Concrete paths
  5. Playful children

Herb Garden and Sensory Zone

The Herb Garden and Sensory Zone has a bee and flower theme and includes elevated herb and plant beds positioned at accessible heights to support touch and close interaction. Decorative yellow structures shaped like citrus halves are positioned among the garden beds and established greenery. Wide, smooth concrete pathways connect this space to the surrounding playground areas.

This zone is designed for sensory exploration and supervised outdoor activities. Visitors may touch or smell herbs and plants within the garden beds. The open layout supports movement for people using mobility aids or strollers.

A garden area with a concrete path. On the left, there's a large, dome-shaped sculpture resembling a beehive, painted in yellow and orange. In the centre, there are large, hexagonal planters filled with various green plants. To the right, a wooden bench is surrounded by lush foliage. In the background, trees and shrubs create a dense, green backdrop, and a structure with red accents is visible. The ground is decorated with colourful patterns.
A vibrant park scene with two large, yellow, semi-circular benches resembling lemon slices on the left and right. The ground features colourful flower patterns. In the centre, there are several large, white, hexagonal planters filled with greenery. The background is filled with lush trees and a playground area with slides and climbing structures. The sky is clear and blue, and the area is well-lit, suggesting a sunny day.
A garden scene with large, hexagonal planters filled with various plants and flowers on the left. In the centre, a pathway leads through the garden, with colourful, dome-shaped structures resembling beehives on the right. The background is filled with lush green trees and a glimpse of a playground with a slide. The ground is paved, and the area is well-maintained, with vibrant greenery throughout.
A garden scene with large, hexagonal planters filled with various plants and flowers on the left. In the centre, a pathway leads through the garden, with colourful, dome-shaped structures resembling beehives on the right. The background is filled with lush green trees and a glimpse of a playground with a slide. The ground is paved, and the area is well-maintained, with vibrant greenery throughout.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Birds chirping
  2. Leaves rustling
  3. Footsteps on concrete
  4. Distant laughter
  5. Wind blowing
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh herbs
  2. Citrus aroma
  3. Earthy soil
  4. Floral notes
  5. Clean air
Touch

Feel

  1. Warm sunlight
  2. Smooth concrete
  3. Soft plant leaves
  4. Gentle breeze
  5. Cool shade
Sight

Sight

  1. Bright yellow structures
  2. Green foliage
  3. Colourful flowers
  4. Blue sky
  5. White planter boxes
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