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Hawthorne Canal is an off leash and exercise area for dogs. Café Bones is located at the end of Canal Road where there is seating and bathroom amenities for the human visitors! This is a popular park for owners and dogs alike to socialise and meet new friends - with visitors coming from all around Sydney to enjoy the experience.
Location
Darley Road, Leichhardt
Facilities
Dog on and off leash areas
How to book
Important Note: Bookings will not be accepted within 7 days of the proposed event date.
There are two main types of events that require a park booking. See below for how to book for each type of event.
Examples: weddings, parties, picnics.
- How to book: Use the online booking system.
- Questions? Email: parkbookings@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
Note: If your event has fewer than 30 people, you usually don’t need a booking unless you plan to:
- Bring entertainment or amusement devices (e.g., jumping castle, petting zoo, bubble soccer)
- Hire external providers (e.g., picnic stylist, caterer)
- Use an undercover bookable area
Includes large-scale events in parks or sporting grounds.
- How to book or enquire: Email: parks@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
- You’ll receive a booking form to complete.
Important: Some events may need extra approvals:
- Park and Sporting Ground hire form – at least 4 weeks before
- Section 68 or Development Application – at least 6 months before
- Traffic/Parking Management approval – at least 3 months before
Sporting grounds always require a booking, no matter the size of your group.
For enquiries: parks@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
Event details
Casual Events (Under 30 people)
- No booking or cost - Unless:
- You bring a marquee or entertainment devices (e.g., jumping castle):
- Max 4 hours
- Max 3 hours
- Apply at least 4 weeks before the date
- Apply at least 4 weeks before the date
- Email parks@innerwest.nsw.gov.au for details
- Cancel more than 7 days before your event:
- Refund minus a $50 cancellation fee
- Cancel less than 7 days before your event:
- No refund
- Bookings are not rescheduled or refunded for bad weather