Off-Leash Areas
Council understands the importance of exercising and socialising your dog and has provided a number of designated "off-leash" areas across Townsville where responsible dog owners can safely exercise their dogs.
Dog off-leash park etiquette:
- Remove your dog if it becomes aggressive or bothers other dogs.
- Always clean up after your pet and place in rubbish bins provided.
- Fill in any hole that your dog digs.
- Dogs should be under effective control or voice control at all times.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times prior to entering and upon leaving the dog park.
Even in dog off-leash areas, it is important to stop your dog from causing a nuisance. At no time should your dog impede other people's enjoyment.
Off Leash Exercise Areas for Dogs Information Sheet (PDF, 833.1 KB)
Locations
Off-leash areas are located at:
Get Ready Tipping Weekend
Prepare your home for the high-risk weather season by taking advantage of no-charge waste disposal during the Get Ready Tipping Weekend on 7-10 November 2025.
eNotices Incentive - Switch + Win!
Switch to eNotices for a chance to win a $250 Visa cash card! T&Cs apply.
Sounds on Flinders
We’re calling on local artists and venues to be part of the celebration and showcase the incredible talent that makes our city unique.
Get Ready Townsville
Sunday 2 November at Riverway - come along and find out how you can best prepare for North Queensland’s high-risk weather.
Garage Sale Trail 2025
Council is proudly participating in the Garage Sale Trail 2025 – Australia’s largest celebration of secondhand, reuse, and community connection.