In early 2024, Council sought community feedback for the proposed trial of additional unfenced dog off-leash areas. At its meeting on Tuesday 22 July 2025, it was resolved that three of the proposed sites will be trialled for a 12-month period.

The trial will run from Monday 27 October 2025 – Sunday 1 November 2026 at the following sites:

  • Granny Smith Memorial Park, Eastwood
  • Pioneer Park, Marsfield (when not used for organised sporting activities booked by Council)
  • Lardelli Park, Ryde (Lower Area)

There will be signage, dog waste bins and bag dispensers available at these sites during the 12-month trial.

Council would like to hear your thoughts on the new dog off-leash areas - what you think of the space, and whether you support it continuing as a designated dog off-leash area.

View the Dog Off-leash Areas

Have Your Say

Online Survey

Written Submissions

Written submissions must be clearly marked as 'Dog Off-Leash Trials 2025-26' and can be sent to:


Personal information collected from you is held and used by Council under the provisions of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998. The supply of information is voluntary, however if you cannot provide, or do not wish to provide the information sought, Council may be unable to consider your submission. Please note that the exchange of information between the public and Council, may be accessed by others and could be made publicly available under the Government Information Public Access Act 2009 (GIPA Act). If you require further information please contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on 9952 8222. Any written feedback provided may also be made publicly available as is (verbatim comments) in the reporting process.