A new dog park in Sweeney Reserve, Berwick, has been confirmed, with a $240,000 investment from the State Government.
This development is part of a much larger initiative of $4.9 million for 26 new and upgraded dog parks throughout the state in the New and Upgraded Dog Parks Program.
Minister for Environment, Steve Dimopoulos, said that they are ensuring that Victorians, “two and four-legged alike, have more opportunities to connect, exercise, and enjoy the outdoors”.
The design of the parks will follow community consultation and will feature things that include designated play areas, drinking fountains, fencing, shelters, bins and shading.
This also includes pathway improvement, landscaping and lighting.
The City of Casey held a consultation period in 2024 that ended in September, with a project budget of $214,500 allocated from the council’s Capital Works Program.
It was highlighted that there was an opportunity for the council to apply for a grant through the Department for Energy Environment and Climate Action (DEECA), with the release confirming the application’s success.
Casey’s community engagement summary report stated that if the council were to be awarded the funding, construction would commence mid-2025 for completion by June of this year.
“These dog parks cater for all kinds of pooches, whether they want to test their agility, socialise with their furry friends, or take it slow in the seniors section, there is something for every dog and its owner,” Dimopoulos said.
These projects are part of the State’s $20.8 million investment to build new and upgraded dog parks, as well as better parks and playgrounds.
Across Victoria, 50 dog parks have been completed, from Werribee to Pakenham, and in fringes such as Mildura and Portland.
