DCC parks and recreation group manager Heath Ellis said there had been no witnesses to the attacks, but staff believed a dog owner might be encouraging their canine companion to attack the equipment.
He said the latest incident, the third since early April, was reported to council staff on June 18 and centred on the flying fox’s seat, which had been significantly damaged by what appeared to be a dog attack.
"Much of the seat’s outer layer has been destroyed, exposing structural elements that could injure users," Mr Ellis said.
"We have instructed our contractors to remove the seat and we are considering our next steps.
"However, given this is the third time the seat has been destroyed in the past several weeks, there are cost issues to consider."
Mr Ellis said it was unfortunate that some members of the community appeared not to realise the actual cost of maintenance from this type of wilful damage.
"Within the past few months, total repair costs for this single piece of equipment are now more than $2400," he said.
He reminded residents that dogs were prohibited from the play area as well as the grassed areas at Woodhaugh Gardens, but they were allowed to be on a leash on tracks that bisected the park.
Park users have been urged to report any antisocial activity in the area.
