Event Accessibility Information
Playgroup WA strives to be inclusive and welcoming for everyone - this page provides resources to help you and your child prepare for and navigate our events comfortably.
Playgroup WA Annual Fun Day
Getting There
Location
Parking
Car parking is available for show attendees off Ariti Avenue in the carpark outside the Showground main gate, plus within the showgrounds.
Avoid parking on road verges around the Showgrounds or in area adjacent to Yellagonga Regional Park. Parking within these locations is not permitted for show attendees, and the police will issue infringement notices to offenders.
Public Transport
The nearest train stations are Joondalup and Edgewater, located on the Joondalup train line. You will need a bus closest to Ariti Avenue, Wanneroo.
For Bus and Train information and to plan your journey, visit http://www.transperth.wa.gov.au/
Event Map & Schedule
This is a layout of the event space, highlighting key areas. The map is numbered for easy navigation, #20 is the Playgroup WA Welcome Tent where you can find additional information and assistance.
Food & Drinks
- The Thirsty Mare Coffee Van: coffee & snacks
- Juice Junky: freshly squeezed juice, bottled juice, water
- Tim's Ice-cream: soft serve icecream, sundaes, snow cones, milk shakes, water, soft drinks
- Fairypop Fun Foods: fairy floss, snow cones, lollies
- The Donut Bar: hot mini donuts and slushies drinks
- Chip on a Stick: hot mini donuts and slushies drinks
- Passaparola Pizzeria: pizzas and soft drinks
Brownes Dairy will be giving out free yogurt pouches at #10 & Healthway will be giving out free fruit at #3 on the map.
Please note there are no water refill stations at the event, we advise you to bring a water bottles along with you
Click here to view the map
Inclusion Support Staff
There will be inclusion support staff on site for anyone who needs extra assistance. Amiee and Lyndsey will be stationed in the Sensory Zone (#25–#27) and can be easily identified by their pink vests.
See their photos below so you can spot them on the day!
Lyndsey:
Amiee:
Earmuff Rental
A small supply of infant and child earmuffs will be available to borrow from the Welcome Tent(#20) for little ones with additional sensory needs.
You’ll just need to leave your details when borrowing and return them before leaving the event grounds.
Chill Out Zone
Need a break from the hustle and bustle? Visit the Chill Out Zone (#26), a quiet space away from the main event area with bean bags, blackout tents, as well as fun sensory activities. Children can explore oats play (#25) and cloud dough (#27), ideal for those who regulate through touch and physical sensations.
Communication Boards
Communication boards will also be available at the Welcome Tent (#20) and activity-specific communication boards will be placed at each Playgroup WA activity station to support non-verbal communication.
Social Story
A guide outlining what to expect at our events. This visual narrative helps prepare children for the event environment, activities, and potential sensory experiences.
