Wyndham council will consider creating off-lead dog spaces in Tarneit, after a petition on the issue was presented to council.
CouncillorJasmine Hill backed the proposal, citing recent reports of Australia Post staff being attacked by unrestrained dogs while delivering mail across Melbourne.
“It is important to establish additional off-lead dog areas in Tarneit as a start.” she said.
The petitioners emphasised that Tarneit’s growth needs to be complimented by the installation of community amenities that support healthy lifestyles and are beneficial to the local environment.
There is only one off-leash area at Camelot Drive Reserve and the petitioners stated that there are insufficient waste disposal options along Davis Creek and other public spaces.
The petition requested that council identify and allocate a suitable area for an off-lead dog space near Davis Creek, enclose the location and equip it with amenities for pets and their owners, install rubbish bins and signage to ensure patrons are educated on the correct use of amenities.
The petition also stated that some residents had raised concerns about stray dogs in the area that may pose a threat to school children making their morning commutes.
Jaidyn Kennedy
