City of Onkaparinga unveil finished construction of $565k Woodcroft Dog Park

The construction of a $565k dog park in Woodcroft has been completed – but our furry friends will have to wait until spring to use it. See the pictures.

A 4300 sqm dog park in Adelaide’s south has finished its highly anticipated $565k construction.

The Woodcroft Dog Park, in Woodcroft is now boasting weave poles, a bridge, tunnel, A-frame and a sit-stay platform.

Woodcroft Dog Park is scheduled to be up and running in September – suffering a delayed opening due to the damage of its hydroseeded areas as a result of “unauthorised entry”.

However, Onkaparinga mayor Moira Were said despite the extended wait-time, the development would still be “much loved”.

“We heard from the community about the design and we’re grateful to the state government and MP Nat Cook for a $500,000 contribution to this project, which we know will be much loved by dogs and their owners,” she said.

First look at the newly developed Woodcroft Dog Park. Picture: City of Onkaparinga

While the development was completed over two weeks ago, it remained closed to the public after trespassers damaged hydroseeded areas. Picture: City of Onkaparinga

“Woodcroft will become the fourth dedicated off-leash dog park in the City of Onkaparinga when it opens in Spring this year. It adds to the 800 reserves and 10 kilometres of foreshore in Onkaparinga available for off-leash dog exercise.

“We’ve also provided a drinking fountain with a dog bowl, shelter, park furniture, landscaping, irrigation and footpaths, and a new toilet block is scheduled to open at the end of September.”

Consultation on the proposal was undertaken in January 2023 and saw 57 individuals participate in an online survey.

The new dog park facilities will be added to the popular Hurtle John Potter Reserve which already features a skate park and playground.

While the development was completed over two weeks ago, it remained closed to the public after trespassers damaged hydroseeded areas, a council spokesperson said.

The new dog park will open at Hurtle John Potter Reserve. Picture: City of Onkaparinga

“The construction of the dog park was completed earlier this month, however it remained closed to allow for hydroseed to establish,” they said.

“Unfortunately, we encountered unauthorised entry into the park which resulted in damage to some hydroseeded areas. This was repaired and additional signage and locks have been installed.

“Given the high traffic nature of dog park use, opening it too soon will result in further damage and so to ensure its longevity, it is now anticipated the park will be open in the springtime.”