From Monday 18 September there will be no parking available directly outside the Gorge Road Council office due to construction activity associated with the Town Centre Arterial Road. Our Gorge Road Council office will be open as usual. But if you’d prefer, you can make use of our online services via our website or give us a call on 03 441 0499.

Strong winds and heavy rain have affected many roads and some properties across the district. Queenstown emergency services and QLDC are currently dealing with a number of properties impacted by the weather. Some residents have self-evacuated and those requiring shelter are being supported at Queenstown Memorial Hall. Further information here.

Microchipping

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Legislation on microchipping came into effect on 1 July 2006, requiring dogs to be microchipped within two months of their first registration.

This legislation was brought in to make it easier to reunite lost dogs with their owners, while also helping Animal Control staff around the country to keep track of problem dogs and their owners. The microchip provides a secure, life-long identification for your dog.

You must microchip dogs that are:

  • Being registered for the first time.
  • Impounded and unregistered.
  • Impounded a second time since 1 July 2006.
  • All of the following breeds:
       a. Brazilian Fila
       b. Dogo Argentino
       c. J    apanese Tosa
       d. Pitt Bull Terriers or predominantly Pitt Bull types
  • Classified as dangerous or menacing by action since 1 December 2003.

Exemptions

Working farm dogs do not need to be microchipped, butyou may need to prove that this applies to your dog.  If your dog is impounded while unregistered, it may be microchipped.

Failure to microchip

If your dog is not microchipped within two months of its registration, you may be issued a $300 infringement notice.