The Bomaderry Dog Park at Thurgate Oval will receive a new upgrade thanks to $56,800 funding from the NSW Government's Local Small Commitment Allocation Program.
Known locally as the Bomo Dog Bowl, funding will provide the popular park with a second fenced off-leash area and water stations for parched pooches.
Mayor Patricia White said the dog park had grown in popularity since it was built on the decommissioned fields of Thurgate Oval in July 2022.
"A second fenced section will allow separate areas for dogs of different sizes and temperaments to have a safe and stress-free outing," Cr White said.
"For many of our residents, the Bomo Dog Bowl is the heart of their community which makes this upgrade very important for owners and dogs alike," she said.
"People love this special place in Bomaderry because it is designed to be off-leash and open twenty-four-seven, catering exclusively to dogs."
State Member for Kiama, Gareth Ward, who championed the original project and helped secure the NSW Government grant said the dog park provided community benefits from improving mental health, to giving people the opportunity to socialise and get out and about in their neighbourhood.
"As a Bomaderry resident, I love the Bomo Dog Bowl and I acknowledge Kylie Knight and the Bomaderry community who pushed hard to provide a safe place for dog owners, their families and our prized pets to play," Mr Ward said.
"Dogs play such an important role in people's lives, they are literally part of the family, and this upgrade will make this park the very best in the region," he said.
"My dog Oscar, along with all our other four-legged friends will definitely love the new water stations after a good workout in the park."
The next phase in the upgrade project involves soil testing before drainage and ground works can begin. It is proposed that fencing works will begin in March 2025. The project is due for completion in mid-2025.
About the Local Small Commitments Allocation Program
The NSW Government's Local Small Commitments Allocation Program provides grants to fund small local projects, enhancing community wellbeing and providing benefits to each of the 93 NSW electorates.
