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Dog Walking Areas

At council, we recognise the wonderful part our four-legged friends play in our lives and society. There are many places where you can enjoy a walk with your dog.

Dogs must be on a leash at all times unless in a sign-posted designated off-leash area.

Pick up your dog's waste!

Dog waste bags and dispensers are provided as a courtesy to dog owners. Please be considerate of others and only take what you need. It's still the responsibility of the dog owner to carry a supply of bags to pick up and dispose of waste appropriately in public.

You will find dog waste bag dispensers at these locations:

Coleambally: Curlew Park, Skate Park (along the walking track) and Coleambally Lions Park

Darlington Point: CWA Park, Lions Park, Fig Tree Park and Adrian Douglas Park

Jerilderie: Jerilderie Lake Walking Track, Luke Park and RSL Park

Always have a bag with you, just in case there's none available. Dispose of your dog's waste properly.

Off-Leash Areas

There are off-leash areas available in each of the three towns within the Murrumbidgee Council area. 

Coleambally: At the end of Kookaburra Avenue - forest area

Darlington Point: The second oval at the Recreation Reserve, King Street

Jerilderie: Around the Jerilderie Lake from Bundoora Avenue to the Playground area - as signposted
 

Off-leash area rules

When using an off-leash area, there are still rules which apply to keep it safe for everyone.

  • The person responsible for the dog must be physically able to control them.
  • Dogs must be on a leash before entering and leaving an off-leash area.
  • Assess the area before allowing your dog off leash.
  • Your dog must be supervised at all times, return to you when called (recall), and remain visible to you while exercising.
  • Always be considerate of others and do not allow your dog to worry or attack another person or animal.
  • Dogs showing signs of aggression or anti-social behaviour must immediately be leashed and removed.
  • Your dog must wear a collar with its tag attached at all times.
  • Ensure your dog does not chase or harm wildlife.
  • Dog waste must be disposed of appropriately.
  • Supervise children at all times.

Places where dogs are banned in Murrumbidgee Council area


There are also places in our area where dogs are not allowed. 

Your loveable pooch is just not welcome at the following places:

Coleambally: Coleambally sports precinct oval 1 and 2

Darlington Point: Recreation Oval

Jerilderie: Monash Park

The only exception is people with a disability who are entitled to be accompanied by a certified assistance animal.