The dogs of Alstonville are celebrating this week after the official opening of a new off-leash dog park in the town.
Funded by the NSW Government in association with Ballina Shire Council, the Gap Road Dog Park offers a variety of amenities designed to ensure fun and safety for dogs and their owners alike.
The park features a fully fenced area with dog agility equipment, a walking track, and improved accessibility.
Additional comforts include shelters, seating, a dog waste bag dispenser, and landscaping. There’s also an existing off-leash area on the northern side of this site.
‘Training, socialising and exercising your dog are fundamental for your pet’s well-being and happiness,’ said Ballina Shire Council’s Manager of Public and Environmental Health, Kerri Watts.
‘Our rangers are dedicated to collaborating with pet owners, providing them with the knowledge and resources they need to care for their beloved animals.’
The Alstonville Gap Road dog exercise area is a direct action from Council’s endorsed Companion Animals Management Plan, which aims to create a safe, healthy and supportive environment for both animals and the community.
To read the management plan or for more information about dog off and on-leash areas visit Council’s website ballina.nsw.gov.au/exercising-your-dog
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