Think about what you enjoy most — walking, swimming, playing, relaxing, taking kids to the playground, or simply enjoying the view. What parts work well for you, and what feels like it could be improved?

3 December, 2025

Edward says:

Walking and natural environment

2 December, 2025

brett says:

Very glad that it’s returning back the pre 2020 no dogs on beach

2 December, 2025

brett says:

Swimming in the warmer weather. Family bar b ques .

30 November, 2025

Janinepisula says:

In season, swimming or body boarding daily. Walking on the new pathway. Outside shower and toilets are really important to access. Parking.

28 November, 2025

Ssteele says:

As a family we swim regularly for 8 months of the year. We use the BBQ area however this is often flooded due to poor cement work

26 November, 2025

George.dunham says:

People love Johnsons beach because it’s an off lead dog beach and blends in with the natural beauty. There is no need to touch it, LEAVE IT!

26 November, 2025

George.dunham says:

Please just leave it alone! Johnson’s beach is the last remaining beach in Penguin that hasn’t been ruined with unnecessary infrastructure.

26 November, 2025

Penguinite says:

Keep it as a dog swimming and off leash area. No bright coloured seats etc Please let the natural beauty speak for itself

25 November, 2025

wil74 says:

Johnson Beach is great with the kids but dogs NEED to be leashed. Running free is terrifying for young children and poor in the sand is unac

25 November, 2025

Judithmurphy says:

Leave it as it is. Stop trying to change things all the time. People who live here, like it how it is.

25 November, 2025

Judithmurphy says:

I walk my dog every day on Johnsons beach. Please make sure it stays a dog exercise area.

25 November, 2025

Tassietan says:

I only occasionally use Johnsons Beach as I live outside of Penguin. I love driving or past and seeing the early morning swimmers and dogs.

Have more to add?

If you’d like to expand on your ideas, come along to our community drop-in session on Monday 1 December or email tracey.clark@centralcoast.tas.gov.au — we’d love to hear from you!