Glenthompson Residents Invited to have their say on Public Toilet Loca
Published on 14 November 2025
Glenthompson residents will soon have their say on the preferred location for upgraded public toilets with Southern Grampians Shire Council set to begin community consultation following Wednesday night’s Council Meeting.
Council has explored two options for the project, one within Lions Park (with two possible site locations) and another involving the renovation of the War Memorial building which currently houses the Glenthompson swimming pool amenities.
Southern Grampians Shire Council Mayor Dennis Heslin said Glenthompson residents will have an opportunity to share their thoughts to determine the ideal location to support the community’s needs.
“After last December’s motion to explore options including redevelopment of the existing swimming pool facilities, Council has investigated three potential locations for the construction of new public amenities to provide for locals and visitors,” said Cr Heslin.
“Option one would see a new modular unit installed within Lions Park, either in the current location or closer to the Memorial Road frontage.
“Option two involves the redevelopment of the existing pool amenities in the much-loved War Memorial brick building for use by the public, ensuring it meet modern accessibility and compliance standards.
“Council will be in Glenthompson next Thursday 20 November between 4:00pm – 6:00pm at the Glenthompson Hall to share designs for both options. We would encourage any Glenthompson residents to get involved and tell us which option and location will best support your community now and into the future,” concluded Cr Heslin.
The option of the new facility will include dedicated male and female toilets for general use, upgraded septic system, an accessible unisex toilet to meet the minimum standards for accessible public amenities including compliant circulation space, grabrails, way finding signage, plus connecting pathways, and direct access from Glenelg Highway.
The addition of option two has been incorporated to acknowledge the Glenthompson community’s preparation to manage the Glenthompson Outdoor Swimming Pool over the 2025/2026 summer season. The release of the two draft options for community engagement is independent from the swimming pool operations for this 2025/2026 summer season.
This decision is a direct response to the Notice of Motion from Councillor Jayne Manning tabled at the December 2024 Council meeting.
Concept designs and a cost estimate have been developed for both options and are available on the Council website.