During a recent visit to the New South Wales Parliament in Sydney, King Charles III left Australian officials feeling a bit disappointed.
The monarch’s decision to forgo the restroom facilities, specifically a lavishly prepared one, caught many by surprise.
According to the Australian Daily Telegraph, members of Parliament had eagerly anticipated the King’s use of a restroom that had been specially upgraded years ago for a royal visit.
This particular restroom, located in the Office of the Speaker, underwent a significant renovation back in 1992, prior to Queen Elizabeth II’s visit.
Officials invested around $18,000 Australian dollars at the time—an amount that would translate to roughly $40,000 today—aiming to make it soundproof for the Queen’s comfort.
It was meant to serve as a private retreat for Her Majesty and Prince Philip during their parliamentary engagements.
Interestingly, insiders have noted that there’s no evidence suggesting that Queen Elizabeth ever actually used this facility, despite the hefty investment.
Those familiar with royal customs recognize that restroom breaks during official appearances are quite rare for members of the royal family.
King Charles, in particular, is known for his preference to limit such interruptions, often avoiding hydration during daytime events unless absolutely essential.
In a humorous twist, members of Parliament joked about the situation.
They quipped that Ben Franklin, the President of the Upper House, had one primary responsibility during the King’s visit: ensuring that Charles made use of the restroom.
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