COLDER weather means foreshore winter dog restrictions are now in force until 31 October, allowing more time for dogs to be exercised on Kingston’s beaches.
All dogs must be on a leash until they reach the sand area and must remain under effective control at all times.
“We’re incredibly lucky in Kingston to have 13km of beautiful foreshore to enjoy,” Kingston mayor Cr Steve Staikos said.
“The different zones along our beaches mean people can enjoy the coast in a way that suits them — some people want to let their dog run free while others, particularly families with young children, may prefer not to interact with dogs.”
Cr Staikos said the zones are clearly signed at each section of the beach.
“My schnoodle Pepper loves running off-lead – especially at the beach – but I understand it’s my responsibility to keep her clear of people who just want to enjoy the environment and to make sure I clean up after her.”
From April, dogs must be on a leash between 11am and 3pm at:
- Mentone, Parkdale and Mordialloc (Plummer Road, Mentone to Bay Street, Mordialloc)
- Aspendale, Edithvale, Chelsea, Bonbeach and Carrum (Mordialloc Creek to McLeod Rd, Carrum).
The 24-hour dog off-leash beaches are still active at:
- Mentone (northern end of the beach from Charman Road to Plummer Road)
- Carrum (southern end of the beach from Old Post Office Lane to Osprey Lane).
Dogs are not allowed at any time in the “no-dog zone” designated between Bay Street and Mordialloc Pier. The no-dog zone includes the sand, foreshore reserve and the Peter Scullin Reserve.
Owners must carry a plastic or paper bag to pick up after their pet at all times. People who do not show a bag when asked by council officers or pick up after their pooch could face an on-the-spot penalty of $148.
See kingston.vic.gov.au/pets online or call 1300 653 356 for details on parks and foreshore areas where dogs can be exercised.
First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 18 April 2018