‘Don’t get caught short’ at Uluru

Those on cheap holidays in Australia should make sure they use the toilet before travelling to the Northern Territory’s greatest feature Uluru, it has been suggested.

Tourists have been reminded not to get caught short while visiting Uluru – or Ayers Rock – as one figure has claimed that some have been using it as a toilet.

According to Andrew Simpson, general manager of the Anangu Waai tour company, this is something that has been “going on for years”.

He urged travellers to think twice before relieving themselves on or around the ancient rock while climbing it, as it is “a sacred site”.

Mr Simpson’s comments come at a time when the future of tourism at the famous site is being disputed and Aborigine communities are increasingly petitioning authorities to stop people from climbing the rock.

In July, the Australian government revealed plans to halt visits to the 550 million-year-old natural wonder.

Spokesman for Uluru’s Aboriginal owners Vince Forrester requested that people stop climbing it and “respect [their] religious attachment to the land”.

Written by Erin Marshall