Blacktown City Council - Media Release - New Pooch Parks And Pupnic

Blacktown City has one of the highest dog ownership rates in

the state and to support responsible dog ownership Council 

has just opened 2 new dog parks in Hebersham and 

Quakers Hill and is hosting a dog picnic to celebrate.

The off-leash, fenced enclosures are located at Paterson 

Reserve, Quakers Hill and in Heber Park, Hebersham.

Blacktown City Councillors Chris Quilkey and Moninder 

Singh recently joined the Department of Planning’s director 

of Open Space, Fiona Morrison and children and teachers 

from Mary Immaculate primary school in opening the 

Paterson Reserve dog park.

“These two dog parks will bring to 16 the number of off-leash 

areas in Blacktown City,” Councillor Quilkey said.

“Dog parks bring many benefits to the community.

“They encourage dog owners to exercise their pets and 

themselves, meet fellow dog owners and be part of the 

community. At the same time, the facilities prevent dogs 

interfering with other activities and events in the parks.”

The NSW Department of Planning, Infrastructure and 

Environment contributed $190,000 to the cost of the 

construction of the 2 dog parks which include watering 

points, shaded seating, fencing and a special gateway 

system to make dog handling easier.

Council is inviting pooches and their owners to a dog picnic 

at the new off-leash park at Paterson Reserve, Quakers Hill 

on Sunday 15 September.

The pupnic will be held from 9am to 10.30am and there will 

be free giveaways, pupcakes and information on animal 

adoption and responsible pet ownership.

Date:   Sunday, 15 September

Time: 9am to 10.30am

Location:        Off-leash dog park, Paterson Reserve, Quakers Hill

Pet lovers should mark their calendar for the annual 

Blacktown Pet Festival on Sunday 13 October at the 

Blacktown Showground.

The pet-friendly day promises to be full of fun with a range of 

entertainment and activities to help owners look after their 

companions and raise community awareness about

responsible pet ownership.

Date:            Sunday, 13 October, 2018

Time: 10am to 2pm  

Location:         Blacktown Showground Precinct, Richmond 

Road, Blacktown

 Blacktown City Councillors Chris Quilkey and Moninder Singh (centre) joined the Department of Planning’s director of Open Space, Fiona Morrison and children and teachers from Mary Immaculate Primary School (and dogs) in opening the Paterson Reserve dog park.

Blacktown City Council - Media Release - Ready To Play On New Equipment

Quakers Hill and Lalor Park residents are enjoying the

chance to slide, climb and swing with their new and improved parks.

George Alder Reserve, Quakers Hill, and Thomas Kelly Reserve, Lalor Park, each received a $120,000 upgrade. Federal Member for Greenway, Michelle Rowland helped complete the package with $7,000 for each park through the Stronger Communities Grant Program.

Mayor Stephen Bali MP and
Councillor Julie Griffiths with
happy residents at Thomas Kelly
Reserve, Lalor Park.

Blacktown City Mayor Stephen Bali MP said the playgrounds are vital for our community.

“The playgrounds contribute to the positive lifestyle of a community and are valuable spaces for children to learn and play.”

Ms Rowland said: “It’s wonderful to see these local upgrades providing great community spaces for families.”

Council’s Access Advisory Committee played a role in ensuring the Thomas Kelly playground was accessible for all.

Councillor Chris Quilkey and
Councillor Moninder Singh
with locals at George
Alder Reserve, Quakers Hill. 

“Thomas Kelly Reserve has an integrated footpath to the play space ensuring all abilities have access, and the playground equipment suits various ages and is educational,” Mayor Bali said.

“The equipment at George Alder Reserve has also been well received by the community and includes a new swing set, multi-play unit with a double slide, climbing rocks, net panel and a spinner.”