Northern Beaches Council is progressing plans for a new purpose-built public toilet block at Freshwater Beach, following community consultation and further review of the concept design.

The new standalone building, scheduled to begin in August 2026, will include accessible toilets, a family change room and unisex handwashing facilities, improving convenience and accessibility for beachgoers, families and the wider community.

Northern Beaches Mayor Sue Heins said the project would provide improved public facilities for a much-loved beach and reserve.

“Freshwater Beach is a special place for our community and attracts visitors from across the Northern Beaches and beyond,” Mayor Heins said.

“A first for Northern Beaches public amenities, is our inclusion of a toddler toilet within the accessibility/family change room.

“This new amenities building will also provide more accessible, convenient and family-friendly facilities, while supporting the broader improvements being delivered through the Freshwater Beach Masterplan.

“We appreciate the community’s feedback, which has helped ensure the building will benefit everyone.

“As one of our most popular coastal destinations, Freshwater Beach deserves facilities that reflect how people use the area today and into the future.”

Located at the northern end of Freshwater Beach Reserve, it is ideally situated near the new playground.

Completion of the facilities is expected in Auturm 2027 subject to weather conditions.

For further information visit Council’s Your Say webpage.