Dog Free Parks Consultation

Background

Council currently manages approximately 70 parks and reserves across the city. The majority of these parks permit dogs (either on or off leash) to be at the park.

In recent months, Council has received community feedback requesting greater access to dog-free public spaces. Feedback has highlighted a range of considerations, including:

• The desire for inclusive spaces for all members of the community
• Safety and comfort for young children and families
• Potential conflict of use of recreational areas
• Environmental and wildlife values in reserves.

Council has resolved to undertake community consultation before making any decision.

We are gathering feedback from residents, park users and the broader community about this matter.

What’s Being Proposed

We are gathering feedback from residents, park users and the broader community about this matter.

• Nightingale Reserve, Magill: A reserve adjoining a creek corridor with surrounding community facilities.
• Jenkins Avenue Reserve, Rostrevor: A small neighbourhood park adjacent to Rostrevor Tennis Club, featuring a playground and regularly used by families and nearby schools
• Paradise Recreation Plaza: An active recreation space including a skate park and open area.

If designated as dog-free, dogs would not be permitted within these parks at any time.

Note: No decision has been made. Community feedback will inform Council’s consideration.

How You Can Get Involved

You can participate by:

• Completing the online survey below
• Attending one of our Pop-Up Park Chats to learn more and complete the survey in person.
• Printing and completing a hard copy survey at home and returning it to Council
• Sending a written submission (Subject: ‘Dog-Free Parks Consultation’) via:
  • Email: mail@campbelltown.sa.gov.au
  • Letter: Campbelltown City Council, 172 Montacute Rd, Rostrevor SA 5073

You must include your name and address to participate.

Copies of the consultation form are available from Council’s Office or the Campbelltown Library.

All consultation participants are eligible to win one of three $50 Why Leave Campbelltown vouchers.

Next Steps

Join us at a one of our Pop-Up Park Chats in March to learn more, have your say and have a coffee on us.

• Nightingale Reserve – Tuesday 17 March, 3–4pm
• Jenkins Avenue Reserve – Wednesday 18 March, 10–11am
• Paradise Recreation Plaza – Saturday 28 March, 11am–12pm

Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected Campbelltown.

Enquiries: Lyn Barton, Manager Governance, phone 8366 9222 or lbarton@campbelltown.sa.gov.au

Closes: 4 pm, Tuesday 31 March 2026.