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Concept Plan Consultation

13 April 2026

In late 2025, we asked the community to share their thoughts on a proposed dog park in Gordon Reserve, Albert Park. Thank you to everyone who took the time to provide feedback.

A total of 50 contributions were received during the consultation. Feedback demonstrated strong support for the project, with 88% of respondents supporting it. This feedback has helped inform the proposed design and management approach.

We are now inviting the community to review the proposed improvements and provide feedback before the project progresses.

What we heard from the community

The feedback we received highlighted the importance of:

  • A safe and secure space for dogs to exercise
  • Improved amenities for dog owners and visitors
  • Clear and simple park use arrangements
  • A dog park that is welcoming and easy to maintain
  • Your input helped shape a draft concept design, which was presented to the Council in February and supported to move forward.
  • The proposed dog park

    The proposed dog park will be constructed in the north-west corner of Gordon Reserve and will include:

    • New fence and double gate entry
    • Poo bag dispenser
    • New pathways
    • New bin
    • New seat
    • New garden bed
    • New mulch

    These improvements aim to enhance the usability, safety and comfort of the dog park for the community.

    Dog park model (single-use trial)

    A single-use dog park model is proposed for Gordon Reserve. This model will be trialled, with feedback from the community helping to inform any adjustments in the future. We will monitor how the space is used and consider feedback during the trial period.

    You can now share your feedback.

    • Attend a Community Drop‑In Session

    Come along to chat with the project team and learn more about the proposed dog park.

    Date: Wednesday 29 April 2026

    Time: Drop in anytime between 5.00pm and 6.30pm

    Location: Gordon Street Reserve, Albert Park (under the shelter)

    Your feedback will help inform the final design before construction.