We found ourselves shipwrecked at Alkimos recently and spent the day reading treasure maps, walking the plank and climbing the rigging. Fortunately there are barbecues, picnic benches and large grassy areas so we could to sit down, rest and enjoy our vittles (have a picnic)! The nearby Shore Cafe kept the Captain and his Missus happy with some ill gotten coffee while we kept an eye out for other pirates out to sea in the Indian Ocean behind us. On arrival from the 21st cen

This unique and quirky playground is nestled on Reflection Boulevard in Jindalee on the foreshore of Eden Beach. There is a large grassy area, ideal for ball games, which is also used for public events such as the local farmers market or open air concerts. A path runs around the grassy area so the kids can ride bikes and scooters around the loop. The beach is also easily accessible from the playground so you can combine a play with a swim or a beach walk. The main feature is

Picasso Park is a 2.5 hectare architecturally-designed park on the corner of Picasso Road and Marmion Avenue in the Alkimos Vista development at Alkimos. The magenta slides on the play equipment pop out and catch your attention. The playground developer included the magenta slides to complement Alkimos Vista's pink colour scheme. This park is more extensive than you think with large grassy areas and a basketball court as well as the two storey undercover play structure and