Scienceworks - Spotswood (VIC)

Sammy T Great space to play and watch football particularly the mighty EUFC. Clean change rooms.

Daniel Cooks’ Cottage is such a fascinating stop within the stunning Fitzroy Gardens – one of those hidden gems that makes a stroll through the park even more special. Originally built in Yorkshire, England in 1755 by the parents of Captain James Cook, this little cottage has quite the story. Although Captain Cook never actually lived there, the connection to his family was strong enough for Sir Russell Grimwade to go to incredible lengths to bring it to Melbourne in 1934. Every single brick was carefully numbered, packed into barrels, and shipped across the globe – even the ivy came with it! It’s a quirky slice of history nestled among beautiful gardens, and a great way to learn about early colonial ties between England and Australia. Just one of many reasons to explore Fitzroy Gardens – there’s so much more than just green space here!

Keith Roberts A great way to see web bridge is hire an electric scooter and travel along the river. Takes great pictures at dusk. Enjoy.

Ikjyot Singh If you like birds this is the park for you. Plenty of BBQ spots with sheds to protect you incase of rain. Toilets (including disable ones). Dedicated play area for kids. Lovely spot right next to freeway.

Shai N You can take the train to footscray and then 406 bus to reach the spot. The trail is really long and nice with all the trees and the reserve. Today was the perfect weather to enjoy the breeze and sweat it out. There are benches to take a pause from the walk to appreciate the nature around you. However, beware of the snakes. I did encounter one and have added the video here.

Chang Guan It’s a fantastic experience in the Gaol especially the City Watch House tour. You get to experience being arrested and locked in one of those cells in the Watch House which is just next to the Gaol. As its closure (1994 I reckon) is relatively recent comparing to the Gaol which is basically operated during the Gold Rush, you get to feel the true jail vibe. The Gaol itself has a lot of history and artifacts, it presents stories of iconic prisoners and their historical backgrounds. And if you’re a big fan of Ned Kelly, it can be a brilliant place for his stories.

Parag Jain Amazing top down fountain with an alleyway to almost walk up to three middle of it - good to check out if youre in the area.. kids will really enjoy the visit.

Strautins Ian (Straws) Really impressive wooden playground. Lots of variety and area is boxed in from road with fencing. Plenty of stairs and climbing means the bigger kids get a bit more out of it than the toddlers.