Mamma loves a good playground and café combo, so when a new café popped up across the road from Lorne Park Playground in Lalor, we thought it was the perfect excuse to put this local spot on the radar!

The old wooden structure here has also had an upgrade, so it's definitely worth knowing about if you're looking for somewhere to let the kids burn off some energy before or after a coffee and a bite to eat. And with play equipment suited to both toddlers and bigger kids, there's something for a few different age groups.

For the little ones, there's a separate junior play structure with a slide, little climbing features, a steering wheel and activity panels to keep them busy.

The bigger kids have a more intricate structure to explore, complete with a spiral slide and twin slides, monkey bars, fireman's pole, hanging ladder and plenty of climbing challenges. There's also a toddler and regular swing, plus a nest swing, a seesaw, and spring rockers, so there's lots to keep everyone entertained!

When it's time for a break, you'll find shaded picnic tables and seating, bins and a big grassy area for a bit of extra running around. There's also a basketball court if the kids (or grown-ups!) fancy a shoot. Just keep in mind that there are no public toilets at the playground, so it's worth planning ahead, especially with little ones.

Lorne Park is a handy little spot to add to your local playground list. Let the kids have a play, grab yourself a coffee from Baked House across the road, and enjoy the best kind of parenting multitasking. Mamma says that's a win-win!