We want everyone’s feedback, whether you are a pet owner or not - it’s important to hear everyone’s voice.

We’re seeking feedback on proposed changes to existing dog off-leash areas, and prohibited areas (for dogs and cats). We are not seeking suggestions for new off-leash and/or prohibited areas, as this was explored during the first stage of community consultation in 2024.

Current restrictions

  • Campaspe Park, 144 High Street, Woodend: Restricted to the designated area of Campaspe Park from the corner of Wood and Anslow Street through to Pyke Street, Woodend.
  • Racecourse Reserve Cricket Oval Buffalo Sports Stadium, 1-27 Forest Street: Off leash when sporting events are not in progress.
  • Racecourse Reserve Pony Club Buffalo Sports Stadium, 1-27 Forest Street: Off leash when sporting events are not in progress.
  • Lake Earnshaw Reserve 1 Davy Street: designated off-leash area.
  • Five Mile Creek: Prohibited within the waterway and within 5 metres from the embankment.
  • Hanging Rock Reserve: Public Conservation and Resource Zone.
  • Quahlee Park, 18 Barbara Street, Woodend: Designated off-leash area.
  • Peppermint Lane Reserve, 14 Reidwell Court, Woodend: Designated off-leash area.
  • Woodend Racecourse Reserve, Public Conservation and Resource Zone.

Proposed changes

  • Revoke Racecourse Reserve Pony Club Buffalo Sports Stadium, 1-27 Forest Street area.
  • Lake Earnshaw Reserve 1 Davy Street: designated off-leash area west of cricket nets.
  • Quahlee Park, 18 Barbara Street, Woodend: Designated open area west of playgrounds.
  • Campaspe Park, 144 High Street, Woodend: Restricted to the designated area of Campaspe Park south of Five Mile Creek from the corner of Wood and Anslow Street through to Pyke Street, Woodend.
  • Five Mile Creek: Prohibited within the waterway and within 3 metres from the embankment.

How to have your say

Use the map to zoom in or out, or enter an address in the Search bar at the top of the map to go directly to a specific area.

You can also select the layers icon in the top left corner of the map to toggle layers on and off, showing current areas and proposed changes.

To share your feedback, select the icon at the location you’re interested in and:

  1. Rate the area by giving it a thumbs up or thumbs down, and/or
  2. Fill out the form to share your specific feedback.

Please note: your feedback won’t be visible on the map, but it will be recorded and considered as part of the consultation.

If you require assistance to provide your feedback, please call our customer service team on (03) 5422 0333.