Rottnest Island Authority

Rottnest Island is an A-Class Reserve governed by the Rottnest Island Authority Act, 1987 (the Act) which establishes the Rottnest Island Authority as a statutory body to control and manage the Island, reporting to the Minister for Tourism.

The Act gives the Authority the power to control and manage the Island.

About Rottnest Island Authority

63 Perfect beaches and bays on the island
10 000 Estimated quokka population
45m Rottnest Island's highest point above sea level
19km² The total size of Rottnest Island

22 July, 2020

New Samphire Rottnest set for October opening

The 80-room Samphire Rottnest includes an indoor/outdoor dining hub, beach club, and lounge and poolside offerings.

9 July, 2020

Aspiring curators create new Wadjemup exhibit

A program to develop the skills of emerging museum curators has resulted in a new exhibition on Rottnest Island’s Aboriginal culture and history.

3 July, 2020

Get Quokka Happy

Rottnest Island Authority has commenced a new marketing campaign to encourage Western Australians to holiday on to the Island.