Height
2 meters
Year Built
2005
Address
Yarralumla Play Station, Yarralumla, ACT 2600
The Lowdown
The Big Pool Ball at Yarralumla Play Station is a striking yellow sphere that brings a touch of whimsy to this popular family recreation area in Canberra. This oversized pool ball stands as a playful landmark, instantly recognizable to the thousands of families who visit Yarralumla Play Station each year. The sculpture captures the imagination of children and adults alike, transforming an ordinary recreation area into something memorable. Yarralumla Play Station itself is a beloved Canberra institution, offering mini golf, train rides, and various play equipment, making the Big Pool Ball a fitting addition to this fun-focused destination.
Did you know?
"The nearby Yarralumla Nursery is the oldest plant nursery in Australia"
History
The Big Pool Ball was installed as part of Yarralumla Play Station's expansion, adding to the area's collection of family-friendly attractions. Yarralumla Play Station has been a Canberra institution for decades, offering miniature golf, train rides, and play equipment to generations of local families.
More Fun Facts
- •Yarralumla Play Station has been entertaining Canberra families for over 50 years
- •The area also features mini golf and a miniature railway
- •Pool balls are typically numbered 1-15, but this giant is unnumbered
- •Yarralumla is one of Canberra's most prestigious suburbs
- •The nearby Yarralumla Nursery is the oldest plant nursery in Australia
Visiting Tips
- 💡Combine with mini golf and train rides at Yarralumla Play Station
- 💡The Royal Australian Mint is nearby
- 💡Parliament House and Lake Burley Griffin are a short drive away
- 💡Pack a picnic - there are lovely grounds around the Play Station
- 💡School holidays are busy but have extra activities
Opening Hours
Sculpture visible anytime. Play Station has specific operating hours.
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