Animals In Our Community

Owning an animal can provide great companionship however deciding to become an owner also means you take on responsibilities not only towards your animal, but to other community members in a way that the animal is controlled and behaves.

Council's New Dog Management Policy takes effect from 1st April 2025. To view a copy of the policy, Click Here.

Council's Interactive Maps of the New Dog Exercise Areas takes effect 1st April 2025. To view the online maps, Click Here.

Community Safety

Both Council and residents have responsibilities to ensure animals and humans can live in harmony.

Click Here For information on:

  • Dog Attacks
  • Barking/Nuisance
  • Stray Dogs
  • Stray Livestock
  • Regulated Dogs/Prohibited

Animal Welfare

A well cared for pet can be a valuable companion, improving our health and well-being and connecting us with other people in our community.

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  • Fireworks/Storms/Events
  • Exercise Areas / Stimulation / Mental Health
  • RSPCA Fact Sheets

Dog Ownership

Council is required to enforce various State Government Acts in relation to the keeping and control of animals.

Click Here For information on:

  • Registration
  • Microchipping
  • Number of Dogs

Other Animals

Impound Register

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  • Council's Animal Impound Register

Animal Management Forms and Information

Click Here For:

  • A complete list of all current Council forms and information relating to pets and animals.