For a few years now the public toilets at Mangrove Mountain have been plagued by persistent leaks which cause effluent to pool beside the toilet structure, forming stagnant, smelly patches that are both unsightly and hygienically concerning.
Over time, this pooled effluent can leach downhill, contaminating the surrounding soil and water sources.
The environmental repercussions of these leaks are serious. When it rains, the effluent that pools beside the toilets can be washed down the slope into the nearby play area, the reserve, and adjacent properties. This contamination poses serious health risks, especially to children playing in the area or people using the reserve for recreation.
The Mangrove Mountain public toilets are located beside the Mangrove Mountain Computer club building and the Public Hall and across the road from the Mangrove Village Shops. They serve as a critical amenity for both local residents and visitors.
It stinks! It can be smelt from many metres away!! It is a health hazard!!!
Research on tourism infrastructure shows that inadequate or poorly maintained public facilities can discourage tourism, reduce economic benefits, and strain relations between visitors and locals.
The Central Coast Council has included the Mangrove Mountain toilets in its public toilet strategy, with plans to install a septic system to replace the drop toilets and include the provision of hand washing facilities.
However, the community and Council would be better served if the existing building was demolished and replaced with a modern facility built to ‘regional standard’.
To offer your support to council to replace these toilets email the Mayor, Mr Lawrie McKinna on [email protected] or contact Ms Melanie Smith, Director, Community and Recreation Services.
