Yarragon dog lovers and their four-legged friends have celebrated with Baw Baw Shire Council at the official opening of the Shire's newest premium off-leash dog park at Dowton Park Reserve.
- An upgrade of the existing off-leash area to include different zones that cater for dogs of all sizes and behaviours.
- The installation of dog-friendly design elements including mounds, rocks and agility equipment.
Landscaping works including pathways, trees and garden beds for shade and green space, along with drinking water (for dogs and humans), shelter, signage, bins and seating.
The new dog park is the fourth fully fenced premium dog park in Baw Baw Shire, after Council officially opened parks in Warragul, Trafalgar and Drouin in June 2020.
To learn more about Council's designated dog off leash areas please visit Dog Parks.
Quote attributable to Mayor Cr Michael Leaney
"It was a pleasure to officially open this fantastic new community asset in Yarragon. Council's other fenced off dog parks in Warragul, Drouin and Trafalgar have provided so much benefit to our community so it is wonderful we were able to secure the funding to revamp Dowton Park reserve for the dog owners in Yarragon and surrounds to enjoy.
Off leash dog parks provide the perfect space for dogs to exercise, socialise with other dogs. Our shire's latest off-leash dog park at Dowton Reserve gets a big thumbs (and paws) up from Tilly and I!"
Image: New dog-friendly features installed at the park.
Image: Mayor Michael Leaney and Tilly officially opening the park!
Image: L - R Coordinator Open Space Maintenance, Rohan Skee, Mayor Michael Leaney, Manager Infrastructure Maintenance Will Cheatley, Open Space Supervisor Scott Jinks, Cr. Peter Kostos and Tilly
Image: Trafalgar resident, Cassie Speakman with her adorable kelpie X, Otis and Cr. Kostos' pooch, Stanley.
