The Lost Paradise festival in NSW charges $5 for showers from Dec. 28, 2025, to manage water use at its remote site.

The Lost Paradise music festival in NSW, Australia, will charge attendees $5 per shower from December 28, 2025, citing sustainability and water management at the remote site. The fee applies only to those with general admission tickets, which include camping but not shower access, while upgraded tickets cover the cost. Organizers say the charge helps reduce water use, maintain cleanliness, and ensure staffed, hot showers. The move has drawn criticism on social media, with some calling it unreasonable given high ticket prices, while others support it for improving hygiene and efficiency. Similar fees exist at other Australian festivals.