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flag NSW inquiry reveals regional public toilets lack access, face high costs, and need statewide upgrades.

flag A parliamentary inquiry in New South Wales has found regional public toilets are often outdated, lack disability access, and suffer frequent vandalism, with some towns like Bendemeer having no accessible facilities within 25 to 60 kilometers. flag Councils report upgrade costs of $400,000 to $500,000 per block and high annual repair expenses, exacerbated by remote locations, septic needs, and wildlife. flag The inquiry recommends a statewide public toilet strategy, co-designed with communities, to establish standardized designs—such as all-gender single-use cubicles and water-saving taps—on major roads and service stations, and calls for a dedicated state funding model to support regional councils.

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