A new Domestic Animal Management Plan 2022-26 has been drafted for Bayside following extensive community engagement and research to balance the needs and promote the safety and welfare of our pets, people and environment.
Council will consider community feedback from the second phase of consultation and a proposed Domestic Animal Management Plan at its May 2022 meeting.
Community consultation
The proposed Domestic Animal Management Plan has been informed by two phases of community engagement.
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Have your say on the draft Plan
Tell us what you think about new proposed actions and initiatives, including cat containment and a future review of beach restrictions.
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Need more information?
Read answers to frequently asked questions or ask your own question.
Learn more about pets and animals in Bayside, including places for walkies and registration.
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Pets Day Out
Sunday 10 April: Cheltenham Park, Cheltenham 12-4pm
Pets Day Out will feature a pet parade, food stalls, exhibitors, music and activities for owners and pets alike. Pop in to the Have Your Say marquee to talk about the draft Plan and pick up some special gifts for your furry family member.
There is also discounted pet registration at just $4.10 for all new pets under 6 months!
Timeline
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Timeline item 1 - complete
Research and new ideas
18 October - 28 November 2021
First phase of community consultation to measure community experience, expectations and satisfaction, and test new ideas.
Read our community engagement plan.
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Timeline item 2 - complete
Set actions for draft DAMP 2022-26
December 21 - February 22
Analyse community feedback and set objectives and actions for a draft DAMP 2022-26
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Timeline item 3 - complete
Draft DAMP open for feedback
17 March - 18 April 2022
Council considered the draft Domestic Animal Management Plan 2022-26 at its March 2022 meeting.
The second phase of community engagement will measure community support for key actions within the Plan. Then we’ll revise the draft Plan in response to feedback received.
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Timeline item 4 - active
A new DAMP for Bayside
May 2022
Council is expected to consider adopting a proposed Domestic Animal Management Plan 2022-26 in May 2022.
News updates
Community engagement plan
Contact us
If you’d like a printed survey or to learn more about this project, contact us via the details below. Printed surveys will also be available from Council's Corporate Centre and Bayside libraries during consultation periods. Anonymous submissions will also be accepted via any of the below methods.
| Name | Local Laws |
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| Phone | 9599 4626 |
| damp@bayside.vic.gov.au | |
| Website | www.bayside.vic.gov.au/services/pets-and-animals |
| In writing | 76 Royal Avenue, or PO Box 27 Sandringham 3091 |
