Grant supports improvements to off-lead dog area at Aranga Reserve

Published
10 Apr 2025
Liveable Places and Spaces
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The Aranga Reserve off-lead dog park is set for an upgrade to improve the park’s safety, usability and comfort for both dogs and their owners.

This upgrade will be delivered with support from a $200,000 State Government grant, through Round 2 funding of its New and Upgraded Dog Parks program.

Located in Donvale, Aranga Reserve features a fenced dog activity park, playspace, and picnic area.  

The concept for the grant application was developed in consultation with Friends of Manningham Dogs and Cats (FOMDAC). The proposed improvements include:

  • new entry gates and fencing to improve access and safety

  • new and upgraded equipment and play areas

  • additional seating and shaded areas

  • new lighting to improve safety 

  • additional planting to improve shade. 

The total project budget is $300,000. 

Consultation on this upgrade is planned for late 2025, with delivery expected in the 2025–26 financial year.


The Aranga Reserve dog park upgrade is supported by the Victorian Government through the New and Upgraded Dog Parks program. 

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