Facilities
The Discovery Space is designed for families with children birth to 10!
We are focused on helping you make the most of your visit! If you have any questions about our facilities, please first see our Admission FAQ’s page which has answers to frequently asked questions about our space!
Café
The onsite café – Ugly Duckling – provides delicious and healthy food options with an excellent children’s menu, great coffee and special treats.
You can enjoy a meal in the café itself or order and enjoy your food in the Discovery Gardens.
BYO food and drink are also allowed in the Discovery Gardens.
The cafe is run independent of the Discovery Space. You can contact the cafe on 0416 288 781 or on their Facebook page.
Parents’ Room
With a 5-star rating from the Australian Breastfeeding Association, our Parents’ Room provides a comfortable, quiet place to breastfeed, bottle-feed or express milk privately.
It features comfortable chairs, nappy change bays, hot and cold water, a microwave and waste disposal amenities.
There is also multiple curtained-off feeding area for those requiring privacy.
We support breastfeeding mothers and encourage you to feed your baby wherever you are most comfortable, including within the Discovery Space itself.
Accessibility
The Discovery Space is fully accessible for wheelchairs and prams with ramps, wide hallways and dedicated bathroom facilities. There are lifts available from the members’ car park and throughout the building itself.
Lockers & Pram Storage
Lockers are available to use FREE of charge, so you can safely stow your valuables and enjoy the Discovery Space hands-free. We also have a pram parking area, near the lockers. All items left in these areas are at the owner’s risk.
Picnic Areas
The Discovery Gardens is our designated eating area. Picnic tables and chairs are provided so you can enjoy this tranquil space with your family. You may bring your food and drink for a picnic or take advantage of the café, which is accessible from the Discovery Garden. The UOW campus also has many lovely grass areas that are perfect for a picnic.
Gift Shop
Here you’ll find a world of educational gifts, sensory toys and unique baby products. Our Gift Shop has a reputation for stocking hard-to-find gifts for all ages, with locals coming to the Discovery Space just to browse the shelves. Gift vouchers are also available.
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