Summarised from the council page listed. Always read the source before you go.
ACT Government — City Services
ACTACT public spaces and fenced dog parks· checked 2026-09-07
- Use a lead unless the exact area is designated off-leash. Keep effective control; leash your dog on paths and within 10 metres of footpaths, cycle paths and horse trails.
- Schools, sports grounds during formal use, and playgrounds or barbecues in use have exclusion rules. Check the official map and its exceptions.
- Fenced parks require registered, vaccinated dogs and desexing unless permitted otherwise. A supervisor must be at least 16, with at most two dogs. Remove waste, secure gates and leave aggressive dogs or dogs on heat at home.
- Check the full rules, local signs and water-quality closures before visiting.
Centennial Parklands — land manager
NSWCentennial Parklands dog access· checked 2026-09-05
- Designated off-leash areas include parts outside Grand Drive and certain sports fields when not in use.
- Other areas require leads or exclude dogs. Use the current park map and signs; this summary does not establish permission throughout the Parklands.
City of Palmerston
NTMarlow Lagoon and Bakewell dog parks· checked 2026-09-06
- The council lists designated dog parks including Marlow Lagoon and Bakewell.
- Permission is limited to the designated areas. Current hours, closures, dog limits and other entrance conditions still need checking with council; this is not a city-wide off-leash permission.
Brisbane City Council
QLDDogs in Brisbane public places· checked 2026-09-07
- Council requires dogs to be on a lead in public unless the specific area is designated for off-leash exercise.
- Off-leash access still requires control. Check the current park listing, boundaries, entrance rules and closures before a visit; this summary does not cover every individual park.
City of Adelaide
SAPityarilla Dog Park· checked 2026-09-06
- The dedicated park has separate fenced spaces for larger and smaller dogs.
- The reviewed listing covers the dog park only. Check the current entrance rules, park boundaries and closures before removing a lead.
Hobart
TASJohn Turnbull Dog Park· checked 2026-09-06
- The dedicated dog exercise area is north of the sports ground.
- The adjoining park has different leash conditions; dogs are not permitted in the playground. Check the council map and signs for the exact area.
Kingston City Council
VICRoy Dore Reserve Dog Park· checked 2026-09-07
- Council identifies a fenced off-leash dog park in Roy Dore Reserve, Carrum.
- This does not establish permission on the adjoining sports ovals or playground. Check current council guidance and entrance signs for the exact boundaries and conditions.
Port Phillip City Council
VICSt Kilda West dog beach· checked 2026-09-06
- The reviewed listing identifies an all-year dog beach at St Kilda West.
- Other beach sections have different seasonal and time restrictions. Use the official beach map and signs; the listing does not include dune access or establish permission across all St Kilda beaches.
Whiteman Park — land manager
WAWhiteman Park fenced dog park· checked 2026-09-07
- Use the designated fenced area for off-leash exercise; keep dogs leashed elsewhere in Whiteman Park and when entering or leaving.
- A separate enclosure is provided for dogs under 10 kg. Keep your dog under control and remove waste.
- Published dog-park hours are 8:30 am–6 pm, with alternate-Thursday maintenance closures. Check the operator’s current notices before travelling.
Rule summaries are being added week by week. Until then, follow the council link.