Dog Park construction to commence

Published on 27 June 2023

Benalla Rural City Council is thrilled to announce that construction is due to begin on the highly anticipated Churchill Reserve Dog Park. This enclosed off-leash dog park has been made possible through extensive community engagement and stakeholder consultation, to choose the preferred location for a dog park facility in Benalla.

Mayor of Benalla Rural City, Cr Bernie Hearn, expressed gratitude for the collaborative effort that led to this milestone.

‘The construction of the Churchill Reserve Dog Park marks the culmination of an important process, where we listened to the community and worked with the Committee of Management to come up with a project that satisfies everyone,’ said Cr Hearn.

‘We are excited about the positive impact this facility will have on dog owners and their furry friends.’

The approved design includes perimeter fencing, two airlock-style gates for safe entry and exit, three bench seats being donated by the Lions Club of Benalla and Benalla Men’s Shed, a water station with a dog water bowl underneath, and two tunnel and mound constructions to enhance the dogs' sensory experience.

Thanks to a budget allocation of $100,000 in the 2022/23 Capital Works Program, construction is set to commence this week. Completion of the Churchill Reserve Dog Park is anticipated to be in mid-July, allowing residents and their four-legged companions to enjoy this exceptional facility during the coming summer months.

Council encourages residents to follow the progress of the Churchill Reserve Dog Park construction through the official Benalla Rural City Council website and social media channels.