Ranger Services
Dog and Animal Control
One of the Ranger Services tasks is the management of dogs within the Shire. Should you have any concern with an animal, whether native or domestic, please contact them for advice. The ranger mobile contact is 0427 491 399.
Dog Registration
The law requires that all dogs in a local government area over the age of 3 months must be registered with the Shire in the name of a person over the age of 18. Dog registrations are due on November 1 of each year and you can choose the option of a 1 year or 3 year term. Registrations can be made with the receptionists at the Shire front office.
| Registration Charges | 1 year | 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| Unsterilised dog/bitch | $30.00 | $75.00 |
| Sterilised dog/bitch | $10.00 | $18.00 |
Sterilisation certification needs to be sighted by the person issuing a license.
Pensioners receive a 50% discount on presentation of their pension card.
Dog Exercise Area
The Exmouth area provides plenty of open spaces and beaches for exercising dogs. Whilst in these areas the dog must be kept under control at all times. Please note that Shire Ovals and Recreation Grounds are NOT dog exercise areas where your dog can roam freely without a leash. Dogs are prohibited from all Shire buildings, the Ross Street Mall in particular outdoor dining areas, and the beach area adjacent to Town Beach between the ablution block and the Yacht Club. If your dog is not in an exercise area it must be on a leash at all times.
Dangerous Dogs
If your dog attacks a person, animal or vehicle it can be declared a "Dangerous Dog". If declared dangerous your dog must wear a muzzle and be on a leash at all times when in public, even on the beach. If you have a complaint about any dog please contact the Shire Ranger.
Pound
The pound is situated on Willersdorf Road between the Golf Club and the Recreation Reserve. Fees are imposed on all impounded animals and are payable to the Shire Council before the release of the animal. Any animal impounded for more than 72 hours may be put down.
Illegal Camping
The Community Services Manager is charged with the responsibility of enforcing the Caravan Park and Camping Ground regulations, which include illegal camping. Under this legislation it is illegal to camp anywhere within the Shire other than in a licensed facility, National Park camp site or 'designated' over night road side rest area.
The Shire Ranger does regular patrols on both sides of the Cape to control any illegal camping activity.
Car Parking
The Rangers also do patrols of the townsite to regulate and implement the Shire's Parking Local Law. This Local Law can be viewed on this website under Council Directives & Local Laws.