We're inviting the community’s input into the design of a new fenced dog park at Sparrovale Reserve in Armstrong Creek.

Jointly funded by the Victorian Government ($550,000 via the New and Upgraded Dog Parks Program) and the Council ($100,000), the new facility will be built in 2025.

Planned for the residential edge of Sparrovale on Rechenberg Boulevard, Charlemont, the park will look different to other dog parks such as Belmont and Lara due to its more rural-type setting.

It will be larger in scale but more 'natural' looking, incorporating indigenous plants, wire farm-type fencing and gravel paths.

Given dogs are not allowed to access the nearby Sparrovale Wetlands due to its environmental significance, the fenced dog park will give local dog owners a place to exercise their pets off-leash in a controlled manner.

State Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney:

This is great news for our community of dog lovers, who will soon have a dedicated space at Sparrovale Reserve to exercise their pets and connect with fellow pet owners.

This initiative will create a safe and enjoyable environment for our furry friends to play and socialise, while also strengthening the bonds within our community.

I look forward to the positive impact this park will have on both our pets and the broader community.

Mayor Trent Sullivan: 

The park will offer a win-win solution, protecting wildlife in the wetlands while catering to dogs and their owners.

We’ve seen how popular fenced dog parks have become and this facility will be an important addition to the Armstrong Creek growth area.

I’m sure it will be very well used, and it will also help protect the Sparrovale Wetlands next door by giving dogs a great place to exercise away from the environmentally sensitive parts of the reserve where they’re not allowed.

The Have Your Say opportunity, where residents can view a concept plan for the park and share their thoughts, is available until Monday 16 September.