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Southern suburbs sensory-friendly spaces
A calm, magazine-style shortlist for families who need quieter, softer, less busy options - plus a map to see what’s nearby.
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We Rock the Spectrum – Moorabbin
Noise 1/10Light 5/10Crowd 3/10
Families save We Rock the Spectrum - Moorabbin because it can feel calmer on the ears, crowds are often easier to manage - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Jells Park
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families often save this spot because it can feel more manageable — fewer sensory surprises, and easier transitions for little nervous systems.
Newport Lakes Reserve
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Newport Lakes Reserve because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
St Vincent Gardens
Noise 2/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save St Vincent Gardens because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
The Button Factory
Noise 3/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save The Button Factory because it can feel calmer on the ears - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Thomas Street South Reserve Playground
Noise 4/10Light 3/10Crowd 4/10
Families save Thomas Street South Reserve Playground because lighting tends to be gentler - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
We Rock The Spectrum – Berwick
Noise 4/10Light 3/10Crowd 4/10
Families save We Rock The Spectrum - Berwick because lighting tends to be gentler - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Wally Tew Reserve Playground
Noise 4/10Light 3/10Crowd 4/10
Families save Wally Tew Reserve Playground because lighting tends to be gentler - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Valley Reserve Play Space
Noise 4/10Light 3/10Crowd 4/10
Families save Valley Reserve Play Space because lighting tends to be gentler - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Halcyon Days
Noise 3/10Light 5/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Halcyon Days because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Little Party House
Noise 3/10Light 4/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Little Party House because it can feel calmer on the ears - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Cheeky Chewies Cafe
Noise 3/10Light 5/10Crowd 5/10
Families save Cheeky Chewies Cafe because it can feel calmer on the ears — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
The PlayZone Melbourne
Noise 4/10Light 4/10Crowd 4/10
Families save The PlayZone Melbourne because it’s easier when you plan around the quietest window - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Neuronaut
Noise 4/10Light 4/10Crowd 4/10
Families save Neuronaut because it’s easier when you plan around the quietest window - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
The Social Domain
Noise 4/10Light 4/10Crowd 4/10
Families save The Social Domain because it’s easier when you plan around the quietest window - with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
Prahran PLACE
Noise 4/10Light 4/10Crowd 4/10
Families save Prahran PLACE because it’s easier when you plan around the quietest window — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
TwistED Science Moorabbin
Noise 4/10Light 4/10Crowd 4/10
Families save TwistED Science Moorabbin because it’s easier when you plan around the quietest window — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.
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5.6 MTWM Specialisterne Australia
Noise 4/10Light 4/10Crowd 4/10
Families save Specialisterne Australia because it’s easier when you plan around the quietest window — with fewer surprise stressors when you time it right.