Mahala in Forrestdale is growing into a leafy, nature-inspired community in Perth’s sought-after south-eastern suburbs. With plenty of parks, sports grounds, and play areas close to home, getting out and about will be a breeze. Whether you’re looking for a place to take the kids or a quiet walking trail, there’s plenty to discover.
Boudicca Park
Mahala’s first park features a nature playground with shaded spaces for parents to relax, wide footpaths made for slow neighbourhood strolls and scooter rides, and native vegetation including retained mature trees.
Located in the heart of Forrestdale on Boudicca Drive, the park is easy to walk to from any part of Mahala.
Location: Boudicca Drive, Forrestdale, WA 6112.
Proximity to Mahala: Within walking distance.
Forrestdale Lake Nature Reserve
This 220-hectare nature reserve is recognised as one of the most important conservation areas in southwestern Australia – and it’s right on your doorstep at Mahala. More than 20,000 water birds visit throughout the year, including black swans, herons, kites, falcons, and many duck species.
With well-kept walking trails, it’s a natural classroom and sanctuary rolled into one.
Location: Near Commercial Road, Forrestdale, WA 6112.
Proximity to Mahala: 5-minute drive.
Jandakot Regional Park
The Jandakot Regional Park covers almost 3,000 hectares of beautiful landscapes, including banksia woodlands, wetlands and rural open space.
Home to many native plants and animals, including wildflowers that explode with colour from August to November, this regional park truly feels like an escape from the everyday.
Location: Off Anketell Road, Jandakot, WA 6164.
Proximity to Mahala: 10-minute drive.
Alfred Skeet Oval Reserve and William Skeet Oval
Sporty families will find everything they need here. The facilities have been upgraded to support the growing community and now include a full-size football oval, cricket nets, soccer and softball pitches.
Capped off with children’s playgrounds and walking trails, the area is always buzzing with families enjoying nature or Forrestdale’s local sporting clubs training for game day.
Location: 748 Armadale Road, Forrestdale, WA 6112.
Proximity to Mahala: 1-minute drive.
Anstey-Keane Dampland
An easy 10-minute stroll from Mahala, the Anstey-Keane Dampland is a bushland gem and one of the most botanically diverse patches on the Swan Coastal Plain. As well as being home to 380-plus plant species – more than Kings Park – the bushland provides important habitat for the Southern Brown Bandicoot or Quenda. It’s great for exploratory walks or wildlife spotting.
Location: Corner Anstey and Keanes Roads, Forrestdale, WA 6112.
Proximity to Mahala: 1-minute drive or 10-minute walk.
More Parks Coming to Life in Forrestdale
Forrestdale is growing fast. New green spaces are already planned within Mahala to meet the community’s need for family-friendly parks in Forrestdale:
A new feature playground is coming to life on Hypatia Boulevard and Bergman Road, featuring a living stream at the southern end. It will be accessible to all 550 Mahala homesites, with wildlife and walking trails so you can take a breather in nature any time you like.
A future dog park between Allen Road and Armadale Road will give your four-legged family member space to explore. With plans to also include a playground and open space, it will be the perfect spot for an after-school play or weekend stroll.
Planned open space on Anstey Road is intended to be a community hub with sports facilities, a nature play area, and landscaped pathways. It’s part of a precinct development plan that is transforming Forrestfield and the surrounding suburbs into a thriving community surrounded by nature.
Nature and Modern Amenities Are Within Reach at Mahala
Mahala offers a rare opportunity to build a life in Perth’s fast-growing south-eastern suburbs. You’re surrounded by nature yet still close to everything that matters. The beach, the Perth Hills, the CBD and Perth Airport are all less than 30 minutes away. Closer to home, you have even more great parks and playgrounds just a few minutes away in Piara Waters. And with more green space and amenities coming to life in Forrestdale, Mahala is not just a great place to live. It’s a smart place to grow. With land for sale and house and land packages available in this masterplanned community, Mahala gives you the best of both worlds: serene nature and a connected, convenient lifestyle.
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Schools and Childcare
There are exceptional schools in the Forrestdale area, including Harrisdale SHS and a new primary school planned for Mahala.
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