Dacland has been announced as the Western Bulldogs' latest Gold Sponsor ahead of season 2016.

The residential property group launched their partnership with a builders' barbeque and were joined by Bulldogs forward Stewart Crameri to mark the occasion.

Dacland will support the Bulldogs' youth leadership program The Whitten Project, as well as clinics and activities for children throughout the year.

With a presence in the west, Dacland Managing Director John Dwyer said the partnership was a natural fit.

"We are absolutely delighted to partner with the Western Bulldogs who have a strong track record in promoting health and wellbeing in the west.

"The Sons of the West men's health initiative and The Whitten Project are two key initiatives aimed at improving the wellbeing of people living in the region.

“Dacland creates communities where all residents have access to open space or a community amenity within one minute of their front door.

“To further support healthy lifestyles for residents in our communities, we engage with local community groups, and now the Western Bulldogs, in their efforts and programs to build strong and healthy communities.”  

Dacland has several communities under development in Melbourne's western corridor including King's Leigh in Werribee, Rothwell Villages in Tarneit, Wynbrook in Wyndham Vale and Manzeene Village in Lara, north of Geelong.