THE much-anticipated 2024 Great Dunny Hunt kicks off these school holidays, inviting all Australians to contribute to the National Public Toilet Map. The initiative, organised by the Continence Foundation of Australia, encourages holidaymakers to update the map with new public toilet facilities they come across during their travels.
Running from March 29 to June 16, the Dunny Hunt aligns with the start of World Continence Week. Participants can add photos, details of amenities, and access hours of public restrooms. This information is crucial for the over 5M Australians living with incontinence, a number projected to rise to 6.5M by 2030.
A recent survey revealed 49 per cent of individuals with incontinence are hesitant about long trips without knowing the location of the next toilet stop. The Great Dunny Hunt aims to alleviate this anxiety, making a significant difference to those affected.
Paula Hay, acting CEO of the Continence Foundation of Australia, extends an invitation to all Australians to improve the National Public Toilet Map. “We are very excited to find out how we can continue to provide greater support for the one in four Australians impacted by incontinence,” she said.
For more information and to participate, visit www.continence.org.au/great-dunny-hunt and www.toiletmap.gov.au.
