Woodcroft dog park now open!
Published on 25 November 2024
The City of Onkaparinga’s newest dog park is officially open in Woodcroft after a celebration in Hurtle John Potter Reserve on Saturday.
The 4,300m2 fenced park – on the corner of Bains Road and Investigator Drive – offers playful pups a large area for ball and general play, and an agility area featuring weave poles, a bridge, tunnel, an A-frame and sit-stay platform.
You’ll also find a toilet block, drinking fountain with a dog bowl, shelter, park furniture, landscaping, irrigation and footpaths.
The project was made possible thanks to a $500,000 state government grant following an election commitment by Member for Hurtle Vale Nat Cook MP.
City of Onkaparinga Mayor said there has never been a better time to be a dog down south.
“Not only are 10 kilometres of our 31-kilometre coastline, and most of our parks and reserves, available for off-leash exercise, but we also now have our fourth dedicated dog park here at Woodcroft’s Hurtle John Potter Reserve,” she said.
“We know how important exercise and socialising is for dogs and people alike, and it’s really pleasing to see these new facilities added to the already much-loved reserve and its skate park and playground.
“Judging from the excitement we’ve seen about the dog park and toilets from residents these past few months, this place is going to a focal point for the community, helping them to stay healthy, active and connected for many for years to come.
“A massive thank you to the Member for Hurtle Vale, Nat Cook, whose support and the state government funding has made the dog park and toilets possible.
“Another big thank you to everyone in the community who provided feedback during the community engagement process – your views were instrumental in shaping the park’s design and features.”
Member for Hurtle Vale Nat Cook MP said she was, “so proud that we’ve been able to deliver this fantastic new dog park for our community”.
“Dog parks are a wonderful way to facilitate people spending time outdoors and provides opportunities to build new relationships and connect with those in the local area,” she said.
“I’m sure we will see our community coming closer together as a result of this investment by the state government.
“I will certainly be there regularly with my beagle, Billie!"
Community engagement on the draft concept plan was undertaken in 2023.
The new community facilities add to this popular reserve, which already features a skate park and playground.
Woodcroft Dog Park is the fourth dedicated off-leash dog park in the City of Onkaparinga, joining Dinton Farm Reserve at Huntfield Heights, Minkarra Park at Aberfoyle Park, and Symonds Reserve at Aldinga Beach.
More information on local dog parks is available on the City of Onkaparinga website.