We’re inviting community feedback on the locations of dog on‑lead, off‑lead and dog‑prohibited areas across Town of Bassendean parks and reserves.
Our parks are for people, pups and wildlife – so getting the balance right matters. This is your chance to tell us what’s working well and where improvements could be made.
Want more room for zoomies? Let us know! Prefer that your local park is an on-lead zone? Submit your feedback.
Whether you’re a dog owner, a regular park user or someone who values safe and enjoyable shared spaces, your feedback will help guide future planning, signage improvements and how our public open spaces are managed when it comes to dog access.
You can submit your feedback via the form below, or by emailing your comments to [email protected] by 4pm, Monday 18 May.
What are the current on- and off-lead areas in the Town of Bassendean?
In the Town of Bassendean, there are 11 dedicated off-leash dog exercise areas and over 20 parks and reserves where dogs can be walked on-leash.
Please see map above. All on and off lead areas are listed below:
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On-Leash Areas
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Name
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Location (bound by or accessed from)
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Abell Reserve
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Reid Street/Clarke Way
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Ashfield Reserve
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Colstoun Road/Haig Street/Fisher Street (Haig Street side, up to line of trees in middle of Reserve)
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Bassendean Oval
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West Road/Guildford Road/Old Perth Road
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BIC Reserve
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Guildford Road/Wilson Street/James Street/Hamilton Street
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Bindaring Park
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Bassendean Parade/Watson Street/Hyland Street/Carnegie Road/Anstey Road/Harcourt Street
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Bradshaw Reserve
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Bradshaw Street
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Bridson/Elder Reserve
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Bridson Street/Elder Parade
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Broadway Arboretum
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Broadway/Hanwell Way/Centenary Court
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Carman Way Reserve
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Carman Way
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Christie Park
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Old Perth Road/Briggs Street
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Colin Smith Reserve
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Blackthorn Road/Littlemore Way
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Culworth/Mickleton Reserve
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Culworth Road/Culworth Place/Mickleton Terrace
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Freiberg Reserve
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Geraldine Street/Cyril Street/Shackleton Street
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Hamilton Street Reserve
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Reid Street/Hamilton Street/Whitfield Street
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Hatton Court Reserve (Pinzone Park)
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Hatton Court
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Iverson Place Reserve
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Iverson Place/Reid Street
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Jubilee Reserve
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Jubilee Avenue/Robinson Road/May Road/Northmoor Road
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Kelly Park
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Railway Parade/Anzac Terrace
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Link Park
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Prospector Loop/Atlantic Bend/Perway Lane
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Lord Schofield Reserve
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Lord Street/Bradshaw Street/Schofield Street
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Park Estate Reserve
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Prospector Loop
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Sandy Beach Reserve
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West Road
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Success Hill Reserve
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Seventh Avenue
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Third Avenue Reserve
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Third Avenue
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Off-Leash Exercise Areas
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Name
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Location (bound by or accessed from)
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Anzac Terrace Reserve
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Anzac Terrace/Ivanhoe Street
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Ashfield Reserve
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Guildford Road/Colstoun Road/Fisher Street (Guildford Road side up to line of trees in middle of Reserve)
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Freeland Square
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Freeland Square
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Gary Blanch Reserve
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Pearson Street/Hardy Road
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Mary Crescent Reserve
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Ivanhoe Street/Mary Crescent/Kirk Street/Gallagher Street
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May Holman Reserve
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Mann Way
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Padbury Way Reserve
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Padbury Way
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Palmerston Square Reserve
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Palmerston Street/Hamilton Street/Whitfield Street
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Parmelia Way Reserve
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Parmelia Way/Iolanthe Street/Penzance Street
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Pickering Park
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Bassendean Parade
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Troy Street Reserve
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Troy Street/Chesterton Road
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Exclusions
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Off-leash Dog exercise areas do not include land which has been set aside as a children’s playground, a car park or areas being used for sporting or other activities, as permitted by the Local Government during times of such use.
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Dog Prohibited Areas
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Name
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Location (bound by or accessed from)
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Point Reserve
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North Road
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Why is the Town seeking feedback now?
Legislation requires Council to formally endorse dog on‑lead, off‑lead and dog‑prohibited areas and provide public notice before confirming these designations.
This consultation allows the community to provide input so we can understand what’s working well and where improvements could be made.
Are new dog parks or changes being proposed?
No. This consultation relates to the current locations and allocations only. Feedback gathered will help inform future planning and management decisions.
Who can participate?
Anyone can provide feedback – you do not need to own a dog. Residents, visitors and park users are all encouraged to have their say.
How long is consultation open?
The consultation period is open for 28 days from Monday 20 April to 4pm, Monday 18 May.
What happens after the consultation closes?
All submissions will be reviewed and a further report will be presented to Council, summarising community feedback and recommended next steps.
Will my feedback be made public?
Submissions may be summarised in reports to Council, but personal details will be handled in accordance with privacy requirements.
What is an on-lead area?
An on‑lead area is a public place where dogs must be restrained by a leash at all times.
In the Town of Bassendean, this includes:
- parks and reserves that are not designated as off‑lead areas
- footpaths, verges and car parks
- children’s playgrounds
- sporting grounds when they are in use for training or authorised events.
Dogs must remain on a leash at all times in these areas.
Important:
If organised sport or training is taking place within a designated off‑lead exercise area, dogs must be placed on‑lead for the duration of that activity. Once the organised activity has finished, the area returns to off‑lead conditions (unless otherwise signed).
On‑lead requirements help ensure safety for all park users and protect wildlife.
What is an off-lead exercise area?
An off‑lead exercise area is a designated space where dogs are allowed to be exercised without a leash, provided they remain under effective control at all times.
Off‑lead areas:
- are formally designated by Council
- do not include playgrounds, car parks or areas in use for organised sport
- allow dogs to run and socialise while still requiring responsible ownership.
Even in off‑lead areas, dog owners must supervise their dogs and clean up after them.
What does 'effective control' mean?
When walking your dog in any of our off‑lead reserves, it’s essential to keep them under effective control at all times.
Effective control means:
- a person capable of controlling the dog is near the dog at all times
- you have a lead with you so it can be quickly attached if required
- you are able to recall your dog and give commands to control its behaviour
- you remove any dog poo left by your dog
- your dog must not chase or harass any person, animal or wildlife.
Maintaining effective control helps ensure off‑lead areas remain safe, enjoyable and accessible for everyone.
What is a dog-prohibited area?
A dog‑prohibited area is a location where dogs are not permitted at any time, even if on a leash.
These areas are established to:
- protect sensitive environments or wildlife
- ensure public safety
- support other community uses of the space.
Clear signage is installed at dog‑prohibited areas to indicate restrictions. The only current dog prohibited area in the Town of Bassendean is Point Reserve.
How can I tell what rules apply in a park or reserve?
Dog access rules are shown through:
- signage at park entrances and key locations
- information on the Town of Bassendean website
- published lists of on‑lead, off‑lead and dog‑prohibited areas
As part of this process, the Town will be upgrading signage where required to improve clarity.
Why are there different dog access rules in different parks?
Different parks serve different purposes. Dog access rules help balance:
- dog exercise and responsible ownership
- safety for children and other park users
- environmental protection
- organised sport and recreational uses.
Community feedback helps ensure these spaces work well for everyone.