Published on 19 May 2026
We are pleased to announce that we have opened up eight new areas for off-leash dog walking across the Woollahra Local Government Area, with five more on the way.
As part of the changes, we've also added some new locations to walk your dog on a leash, and we've extended the hours for some of our popular off-leash areas.
We listened to community feedback through extensive consultation and after careful review of your requests to consider more locations and changes to existing rules, the following previously on-leash or no-dogs areas are now off-leash:
We are also extending off-leash dog walking hours at Lower Cooper Park, Lough Playing Fields, and Dumaresq Reserve.
We are also allowing dogs on-leash at three new locations:
"We’ve listened to feedback from local dog owners who want more spaces to take their best friends, and we’re pleased to announce these new off-leash dog walking locations," Woollahra Mayor Sarah Dixson said.
"Five more off-leash areas that we’ve approved will require some playground fencing upgrades to make sure they’re safe and appropriate for local children, and we will share details on these locations in the coming months once this work is completed.
"Until then, happy walking and please read on for a full list of all the great options in Woollahra."
Full list of dog walking areas