Pets & Animals
Dog Parks & Reserves
Proposed Changes To Dog Off Leash Areas
Information on proposed changes is available at each town hall, at libraries or via the internet.
We encourage you to comment on these changes. Submissions will be received between the 17th August 2009 and 20th September 2009.
Further information can be obtained by contacting the Animal Management unit on 9209 6777 or helpdesk-animalmgt@portphillip.vic.gov.au. Submissions should be labelled as ‘Dog off leash submission’ and either posted to:Private bag 3, PO St Kilda, 3182, or
Submitted at any TownHall.
Submissions may be heard at the Council Meeting on 26th October 2009 at St Kilda Town Hall. Please read the following attachments for further information regarding the proposed changes.
- 2009 Off Leash Results Summary
- Current Council Order No.2 amended Oct05
- Dog Walking Map5_Changes
- Dog Walking Map Original & New
- Proposed Off Leash Order 3
Dog Parks & Reserves
Reminder to Dog Owners:
Dogs are to remain ON their leash in these areas:
- St Vincent Gardens
- Blessington Gardens (St Kilda Botanical Gardens)
- Elwood Canal
The councils Animal Management Officers are cracking down on errant dog walkers in these and other on-leash areas and issuing on the spot fines of $113. Dogs must remain on-leash at all times unless on private property or in a designated off leash area. This rule doesn't just refer to parks and reserves but to the streets, paths and walkways as well.
Always remember: Dogs must remain on-leash unless signed otherwise.
Be responsible when your dog's off its lead
The City of Port Phillip understands that owners need spaces to let their dogs run and play without a leash. While all dogs should be kept on a leash while outside your property, the council has designated a number of local parks and reserves as off-leash areas. When using these areas dog owners should still carry a leash at all times and ensure the dog remains in sight and is under effective voice control, not threaten other people or animals, and be subject to owner liability.
Random patrols are conducted during daylight hours throughout the year and people not complying are fined up to $113 or prosecuted. Remember to carry a bag and scoop any droppings to keep our bay and beaches clean.
Off-leash Parks and Reserves
| Neighbourhood | Off-leash area | Melway map reference |
|---|---|---|
| Port Melbourne | Lagoon Reserve
Page Reserve Howe Reserve Smith Reserve Hester Reserve J L Murphy Reserve Garden City Reserve Julier Reserve West Port Foreshore Reserve |
57 C3 57 D1 57 D1 57 C2 57 B2 56 K1 56 K2 56 H2 56 H3 |
| Middle Park / Albert Park |
Albert Park Reserve (managed by Parks Victoria) Gasworks Park |
2K 57 D4 |
| St Kilda |
M O Moran Reserve (north of footpath bounded by Marine Pde) Marina Reserve Peanut Farm Reserve |
67 A1 57 K12 58 A11 |
| East St Kilda |
Alma Park West Alma Park East (north of oval) |
58 D8 58 E8 |
| Elwood |
Head Street Reserve Clarke Reserve |
67 D5
|
Map Showing Off-leash Areas for Dogs
The attached map shows all designated off leash areas for dogs in the City of Port Phillip, arranged on a neighbourhood basis. The map includes parks, reserves and beaches.
Off leash areas for dogs in Port Phillip
Dogs are also not permitted within five (5) metres of playgrounds, public barbeques or exercise equipment areas.
For those people living close to the edges of the City of Port Phillip, their closest dog park may not be in our municipality.
- For the St Kilda Road neighbourhood, their closest off leash park may be Fawkner Park which is in the City of Melbourne's municipality.
- For those living in neighbourhoods on the edge of Elwood and Ripponlea, Elsternwick Park which is in the City of Bayside could be the closest. To find out what parks are in these municipalities please refer to the following links:
Melbourne City Council
Bayside City Council
On the Spot Fines Apply
- Dogs wandering at large
- Not having dogs on leashes when they should be
- For failing to carry a bag and pick up after your dog
Relevant Links and More Information
Albert Park Lake
Albert Park Lake Reserve is managed by Parks Victoria, even though it is located in the City of Port Phillip. While the reserve is primarily an on-leash park, there is a good amount of space set aside for exercising your dog off a leash. More information is available on the Parks Victoria website - www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1parks.cfm.
Dogs on beaches
There are seven dog beaches in Port Phillip - five where pooches can play off a leash all year round, and two early morning dog beaches. Restrictions apply at other beaches depending on the season. See Dogs on Beaches for more information.
More information
Use eServices to ask us a question, request information or give us feedback online. If you prefer call ASSIST on (03) 9209 6777 or TTy (03) 9209 6713 and ask for Animal Management.
