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Have your say: Draft Domestic Animal Management Plan

5 August 2025

From 1 to 31 August 2025, we're inviting your feedback on the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan for 2026–2029.

The draft plan has been shaped by the feedback we received earlier this year when we asked our community, industry groups, special interest groups and key stakeholders to share what they felt should be prioritised in the plan.

In addition to seeking your feedback on the draft plan, we're also proposing some changes to Council's dog off-leash and prohibited areas for dogs and cats (formally known as Council's Dog and Cat Order 2019 - Schedules 1 and 2) across the shire.

This consultation is also open for feedback until 31 August 2025.

Thank you to everyone who previously provided feedback during the first round of these consultations. Your feedback has helped us shape what we are providing to you now. Feedback received during this second stage of consultation will help us further support responsible pet ownership and animal welfare, while balancing the needs of our community and protecting our environment.

Find out more about both projects at: Help us plan for our furry friends