More offl-lead not less

I moved to Hobart just over 2 years ago and thought it was fantastic to have a beach on my door step. The first thing I have noticed about Howrah/Bellerive beaches was how well behaved all dogs were. Now that I am a dog owner, I want to live up to that reputation, and train/socialise my dog, so that all may enjoy the beach. While my pup strays at times, I can't train it if I'm not given an opportunity to train in the environment my dog will encounter.

Reserves between Tranmere and Rokeby should be off-lead, it's a great exercise area for dogs. We should have more off-lead beaches and reserves not less.

Yes, there may be a few odd problems but these are exceptions not a norm.

Dogs are important for our mental health and their mental health requires them to exercise. My dog needs to be exercised for at least an hour each morning and evening and this can't be done in a small off-lead area. That may be fine for small dogs but not for more energetic breeds.