Family Life in Burnside
As a mother of four, Danielle Ho is excited for her family's future as City of Burnside residents, enjoying the city's beautiful parks, vibrant community spaces and tree-lined streets.
When Danielle moved into the area in 2010 she was the mother of one toddler son, then aged 2 years. She is now a busy mother of four aged 2, 5, 10 and 14 and says living within the city has created many family memories to cherish.
Burnside Library is one of the first places Danielle visited in Burnside with her first son as she wanted him to develop an enjoyment for reading, “I have fond memories of taking him to Storytime and him enjoying the books read and the craft activities.”
Enjoying songs and rhymes at Baby Chat was a highlight for Danielle and her third baby, while the library also provided much pleasure as Danielle’s children grew. “As our two older kids became primary school-aged, we utilised the school holiday programs - conveniently local, offering value for money, and so much fun!”
Danielle says her two youngest children absolutely love the Toy Library, “It is such a great service because the kids enjoy the excitement of choosing toys to borrow and they also learn the responsibility of ensuring the toys are packed up and looked after once they finish playing with them.”
As well as the library, Danielle and her young family have gained much enjoyment from the city’s parks. “The lush green parks are great for people of all ages, especially for families,” says Danielle. “When our eldest was little we held Easter eggs hunts at the Burnside Adventure Park with his friends - the kids loved it and his friends’ parents commented on what a fun tradition we had!”
Danielle continues to have many fun playdates with friends and family picnics at the surrounding parks, “We encourage our kids to be active, the playgrounds are excellent for climbing and exploring.” Danielle has also enjoyed special events held in Burnside’s parks including Outdoor Movie Night and Pop-up Storytime.
The George Bolton Swimming Centre, located at Hazelwood Park, has long been a family favourite, “As our family grew, we discovered the Burnside swimming pool,” says Danielle. “There is so much family fun to be had there on extremely hot days and we’ve had awesome birthday parties there too.”
As her kids grow, Danielle sees herself as moving into a new season of life – finished with pregnancies, births and babies. She appreciates the local restaurants and cafes, shops and small supermarkets and remains grateful for the beauty of the City of Burnside. “I walk every week with the kids and friends and am grateful for the attractive and well-kept tidy streets and nature walks. I feel so blessed to walk and enjoy the lovely surrounds that Burnside has to offer.”
Danielle Ho with Jonathan (2), Eliza (5) and Maddie (10) enjoying the Toy Library