Riverway Rules

Considering that thousands of people visit Riverway every year, there are a few rules in place to ensure it remains a safe and healthy place to visit. Please consider others in your enjoyment of the area.

Dogs

Riverway is a dog-friendly place. To help keep the attraction friendly for everyone, please take regard of the following:

Doggy rules:

Must be on a leash (not more than 2m) at all times
Not permitted on the beach, in the swimming lagoon area, in fountains, shower areas or waterways
Not permitted in any eating areas within the parks
Must be well behaved
Must abide by the Thuringowa City Council's Animal Local Law
Dangerous dogs/breeds are not permitted in the parks.

Carer rules:

Must be with your dog at all times
Must ensure that your dog is not a nuisance - you may be asked to remove your dog from the parks
Must clean up your doggy doo immediately and place in designated bins
Report any incidences to the Riverway Arts Centre facility admin
Download a map outlining doggy "no go" areas and doggy bins.

Smoking

Queensland laws about smoking in public areas mean that no smoking is permitted at the swimming lagoons, Riverway Arts Centre or within 10m of any of the children's playgrounds.

Alcohol

Consumption of alcohol in licensed premises is allowed during the hours permitted by the individual businesses permit.

Bikes and rollerblades

Please ride where signed. Skateboarding is not allowed.

Some other rules:

Properly supervise children, particularly around waterways. Please obey the signage and directions of the lifeguards
Please do not litter
Swimming is only allowed in swimming lagoons
No fishing or swimming in the river or fountains
Exercise due consideration for others
No distribution of leaflets, soliciting, conducting surveys, selling goods, filming, or professional photography without written approval from Thuringowa City Council.