Visitors enjoying the scenic views at the Speyside Lookout and Mt. Dillon in Tobago now have access to newly constructed washroom facilities.
The projects were executed by Habitat for Humanity Trinidad and Tobago in collaboration with the Tobago House of Assembly.
Speaking during the handing-over ceremony for the newly installed washroom facilities at the Speyside Lookout on Monday, Chief Secretary Farley Augustine said “simple things matter the most.”
“We know the benefit of having just a simple washroom facility for this park area and how it extends the usefulness of the park area. How this now becomes beneficial to the traveller driving almost an hour from the capital or from the airport heading in this direction, those just driving around the island and need a pit stop. How that now improves entrepreneurship in the community.”
The project began in May 2025 and aims to enhance the experience for both residents and visitors to the area.
Habitat for Humanity International Director Mario Flores noted that the organisation takes pride in executing projects that benefit not just individual households, but entire communities.
“We believe it is important for the livelihood of the community. The more tourists you can attract to this beautiful place, the more tourists that can come by, the more economical opportunities that are created.”
THA Secretary of Tourism Zorisha Hackett noted that while Tobago’s renowned hospitality enhances the island’s tourism product, the availability of high-quality amenities is equally important.
“These facilities also, might I dare say, reflect an innovative approach to development with environmentally conscious features such as solar energy and rainwater harvesting. They demonstrate our commitment to sustainable and reliable solutions.”
THA Secretary of Housing Ricky Joefield also commended Habitat for Humanity for its continued work in Tobago, while reaffirming his Division’s commitment to ongoing collaboration.
“It will also bring some form of dignity to the area of Speyside. When we speak about dignity, at the Division of Housing and Settlements we understand that giving housing is something very important to the people of an island.”
The washroom facility at Mt. Dillon in Moriah was also handed over in a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony. During the ceremony, Chief Secretary Augustine revealed that tenders were also issued inviting private investment to develop the Flagstaff site in Charlotteville.