12 March 2019
Works are currently underway to construct fencing to reduce the impact and risk of wind on the Paradise Road toilet facilities.
We expect to re-open the facilities in the next fortnight, subject to any unforeseen delays or weather affecting construction activities.
Another update will be provided in 1 weeks’ time.
Melbourne Water respectfully acknowledges the Bunurong, Gunaikurnai,
Taungurung, Wadawurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples as the Traditional
Owners and Custodians of the land and water on which we rely and operate.
We
pay our deepest respects to their Elders - past, present and emerging.
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