Perth girl, Mia, scores dream job as director of play rating the best Stockland playgrounds across WA

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Mia is living every little kid’s dream.

The seven-year-old has been appointed as ‘director of play’ for a major developer, rating its best play areas across WA.

Mia’s office spans an extensive network of world-class parks and playgrounds and she takes her job very seriously.

“It’s a big job but as a girl-boss I’m ready for the challenge,” she said.

The primary school student has been set the task to make sure all Stockland’s swings, slides, see-saws and climbing frames meets her standards of fun.

Mia, hard at work.
Camera IconMia, hard at work. Credit: Supplied

“Who want’s to be taken to a boring park? Not me!” she said.

“Parks should have lots of different things to do because not all kids like the same stuff.

“Some kids love running, others like climbing or jumping, and some like building sandcastles or zooming down slides.

“It needs to have new and exciting equipment, like maybe a mystical butterfly garden or something.”

Little Mia tests out the slide.
Camera IconLittle Mia tests out the slide. Credit: Supplied

Stockland General Manager Col Dutton said he was thrilled to have Mia’s expertise on board.

“Our parks and playgrounds are more than just recreational spaces — they’re the heart of our communities where families come together and connect with one another, so this new campaign is a playful way to celebrate that,” he said.

“Mia’s enthusiasm and fresh perspective will be invaluable in making sure our playgrounds continue to be the go-to destinations for family fun and community connection.

“After all, who better to assess a playground than its target audience?”

The playgrounds open tomorrow at the Lighthouse Park at Amberton Beach with kids being treated to free ice cream.

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