Page last reviewed 16 Jan 2025
Project description
Complete: Franklin dog park.
The ACT Government has built a new fenced dog park in Franklin to provide more spaces for dog owners in Gungahlin to exercise and socialise their dogs off-leash. Franklin dog park is located on the corner of Nullarbor Avenue and Oodgeroo Avenue.
Fenced dog exercise areas contribute to the effective management of dogs in public spaces by providing controlled space where dogs can freely exercise and play. They also assist in alleviating the pressure on shared recreational areas.
Key features
- 2,870m2 of recreational area.
- Welcome signage.
- Accessible loop path within the perimeter of the dog park.
- Asphalt car park area with seven car spaces, including 2 accessible spaces and 5 bike rails.
- 1.7 metre-high black chain link fence around the perimeter of the dog park.
- Area with shelter, seating and drinking fountain.
- Dog agility area with some play elements including low and tall bar jumps, weave poles, pyramid ramp, hoop tunnels and log balance beams.
- Irrigated grass area for ball and frisbee play.
- Dog poo bag dispensers and bins.
- 48 new trees for canopy cover, a combination of native and deciduous species to offset the removal of three trees planted along the verge of Nullarbor Avenue.
- Small covered shelter area.
Engagement
In 2022 the community provided feedback on the concept plan which outlined the proposed mix and location of facilities at the new Franklin dog park. This included parking, access gates, paths, trees, water stations and waste bins as well as recreational infrastructure such as green spaces, shade structures and seating.
We heard 81% of respondents supported the draft design provided. There have been minor amendments made to the draft design including different types of plantings to provide a safer experience for dogs and modifications to the entry/exit of the car park to not only improve access but to reduce the number of trees requiring removal.
During engagement there was feedback requesting separate, well-sized play areas (i.e. small and large spaces). Unfortunately, there are space constraints at this location which do not allow for two separate play areas. The dog park location was the only suitable site identified which met necessary criteria for a dog park.
Related links
Map
Final indicative design
Car park design
Stay updated
If you’d like to stay updated on this project, bookmark this page or email us at communityengagement@act.gov.au to be included on any project updates.
