Council sought feedback on the elements required at a new dog-friendly park at Berwick Springs Wetland Reserve until 30 March 2025.

We are responding to the increased demand and expectation for dog-friendly spaces within this area. Three location options were evaluated as potential locations for the dog-friendly park and two were deemed unsuitable due to possible flooding.

The site selected is an area already highly utilised with numerous amenities, including a tennis court, basketball court, fitness equipment, public toilet, and playground.

As part of our Dog Friendly Spaces Policy we are committed to include:

  • Fencing (with multiple entry/exits)
  • Drinking fountain
  • Seating
  • Bin dispenser
  • Landscaping

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Consultation closed Sunday 30 March 2025 at 11.59pm.

Next Steps

A Community Engagement Summary Report will be available soon to share findings. The project team will review feedback and provide final designs mid 2025.

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How we chose the location

How we chose the location for the dog friendly park

  • Option 1 & 2 - Melbourne Water land

    Melbourne Water approved a dog park with secure netting, but City Assets and Planning drainage engineers deemed both sites unsuitable due to flood risks, as shown on the map.

  • Option 3 - Casey land

    The third option, near Berwick Springs Tennis Courts, is viable due to no flooding and amenities like courts, fitness equipment, and a playground, making it the best choice.

How you can influence the project

  • Negotiables

    • What the landscaping will look like
    • Location of entry/exit points
    • Pathway connections
    • Location of shelter in the space

  • Non-negotiables

    • Site location (other locations are subject to flooding)

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