Key Dates

Including stakeholder focus groups and community survey.

Analysing all of the feedback received and developing potential options.

Presented findings, insights and areas for change to elected members at Council Workshop.

Council determined that the bylaw remains the most appropriate tool to respond to perceived dog control problems, in accordance with s.155 of the Local Government Act 2002.

Council adopt the Statement of Proposal, draft bylaw and policy for formal consultation.

Formal public consultation: 12 October to 9 November 2026

Oral submissions heard by Council hearing panel.