Mr Lincoln said 20 dispensers had been installed and he had already received positive feedback from the community. If the trial was successful then more dispensers would be installed at a later date, he said.
"Our Animal Services team has had some great comments from park users about the dispensers. People are really pleased that we're making it simple and convenient for dog owners to do the right thing."
People who don't pick up after their dogs risk a $300 fine.
Dog waste bag dispensers have been installed in the following parks, reserves and beach access ways:
• Fergusson Park (2)
• Kulim Park
• Memorial Park (2)
• Gordon Spratt Reserve
• Papamoa Domain beach access way (2)
• Waiariki Street
• Omanu Beach
• Tay Street beach access way
• Blake Park
• Gordon Carmichael Reserve
• Lakes - Lakeview Quay
• Yatton Park
• Waipuna Park
• Faulkner Street
• Pacific View beach access way
• Daisy Hardwick walkway (Maxwells Road end)
• Marine Parade (beach access way near Tweed Street)