Warrnambool’s first Changing Places opens

The Changing Places program has moved to the Department of Fairness, Families, and Housing. 

Warrnambool’s first Changing Places facility is now open at Lake Pertobe, providing an accessible bathroom facility for people with high support needs.

The new accessible facility includes:

• an adult-sized change table
• a ceiling hoist
• a centrally-located toilet
• a privacy screen
• more open floor space than a traditional accessible toilet.

The new Warrnambool Changing Places facility includes a shower and an extra-wide door to allow for beach wheelchair access.

The new bathroom will make it easier for people living with disability to visit this popular recreational destination.

'This facility makes it much easier for families and people with complex needs to spend more time in this space and really enjoy something that a lot of people might take for granted – a fun family outing at Lake Pertobe – without having to worry about toilet facilities.'
Tony Herbert, Warrnambool Mayor 

The Warrnambool Changing Places facility is located next to the existing public toilets, opposite the surf club at Lake Pertobe.

The facility was funded by the Victorian Government and the Warrnambool City Council.

For more information, including obtaining an access key which works for all Changing Places facilities in Victoria, visit the Changing Places website.

You can learn more about the Changing Places initiative in Victoria at the Department of Fairness, Families, and Housing.