Round 3 engagement has now closed. Thank you to everyone who took the time to share feedback as part of the Dog Management Policy consultation.
Council endorsed the Dog Management Policy 2026–2031 and declared areas at its meeting on 23 February 2026. At its meeting on 30 March 2026. Council declared areas as modifications to the areas already declared. This includes a decision to restrict dogs at South Hobart Oval at all times from 1 July 2026.
Where we are now
- Council has endorsed a new Dog Management Policy for the period 2026-2031.
- On 23 February 2023 Council declared areas which came into effect on 4 March 2026 see all declared areas in effect here.
- On 30 March 2026 Council declared areas as modifications to the areas already declared which come into effect on 10 April 2026. Read Council agenda and attachments from 30 March 2026.
What is the Dog Management Policy?
The Dog Management Policy is an important document. The Policy:
How to Have Your Say
Round 3 engagement has now closed. Thank you to everyone who took the time to share feedback as part of the Dog Management Policy consultation.
Previous engagement
Roud 1
Engagement period: April 2024
- 319 survey responses
- 49 submissions received
Roud 2
Engagement period: August to September 2025
- 143 submissions received
Round 3
Engagement period: February to March 2026
- 272 submissions received
