Tidy Walks in Port Phillip
Our Tidy Walks trial makes it easier to be a responsible pet owner, with 12 waste bag dispensers installed in convenient locations such as parks, shopping precincts and near veterinary clinics.
We’re asking dog owners to “take one if you need one”, so that bags remain available for everyone.
With more than 8,500 registered pooches in Port Phillip and many more four-legged visitors enjoying our parks and foreshore, our waste bag dispensers aren’t intended to supply every walk. Instead, they’re here to have your back when you forget your own bag, ensuring you’re never stuck without a way to clean up after your pup.
By bagging and binning pet waste, we can all contribute to keeping our streets and parks cleaner, protecting our local environment and creating more welcoming public spaces for everyone.
Dispenser locations
- Bridport Street, Albert Park
Ormond Road, Elwood
Gasworks Arts Park, Port Melbourne
Carlisle Street, Balaclava
Acland Street, St Kilda
Alma Park West, St Kilda
M.O. Moran Reserve, Elwood
Peanut Farm Reserve, St Kilda
Garden City Reserve, Port Melbourne
Bay Street, Port Melbourne
Eastern Reserve, South Melbourne
Clarendon Street, South Melbourne
Know the Local Law
Dog owners are expected to play their part in preventing messy moments for the whole community by picking up after their dogs.
A waste bag must be carried when walking a dog in public. On‑the‑spot fines apply for failure to comply.
Learn more about responsible dog ownership in Port Phillip.
Have your say
Tidy Walks is a 14-month trial to understand if providing waste bag dispensers is an effective way of reducing pet waste across the City.
The trial aligns with our Domestic Animal Management Plan, which focuses on safety, amenity, and responsible pet ownership.
Visit our community engagement website to share your feedback and help us determine future rollout options.