Scheduled Works & Service Improvements

Works and service improvements are conducted periodically across Rottnest Island.

A range of projects are also currently underway to refresh and revitalise Rottnest Island facilities. These works aim to enhance the visitor experience and to preserve the Island long term.

Please refer to this list for updates on works taking place and how they may impact your visit.

For further information on planning your visit to the island, visit rottnestisland.com.

Last reviewed: 11 September 2023

  • Planned Outages

    There are currently no planned outages.

  • Staff Housing Sewer: Pump Station Delivery | September

    Location: Barge Landing
    Commencing: 13 September 2023
    Completion: 15 September 2023

    Description:

    Delivery of Sewerage Pump Station prior to peak season.

  • Oliver Hill Engine Room Refurbishment | September

    Location: Oliver Hill
    Commencing: 4 September 2023
    Completion: 22 September 2023

    Description:

    Installation of a Ghost Engine display, seating, interpretation and floor lighting in the Engine Room at Oliver Hill. Reduced tours available at Oliver Hill during this time with no access to the tunnels.

  • Longreach Borefield Upgrade | August - Late September 2023

    Location: Longreach Bay
    Commencing: 1 August 2023
    Completion: 30 September 2023

    Description:

    Upgrades to bores 7 and 8. Drilling and minor civil site works in the area. Noise from drilling and test pumping expected and footpath between Longreach Bay and the Basin will be closed from 10 August to 4 September.

  • Temporary Playground Heritage Common | October

    Location: Corner Marley Street and Somerville Drive
    Commencing: 9 October 2023 (TBC)
    Completion: 13 October 2023

    Description:

    Installation of solid jarrah nature play structures in Heritage Common mulched areas.

  • West End Closure | May - October 2023

    Location: West End
    Commencing: 29 May 2023
    Completion: October 2023

    Description:

    Access to the West End of Rottnest Island will be closed from 29 May 2023 – October 2023.

    The West End of Rottnest Island will be closed from 29 May 2023 until October 2023. The closure is due to commencement of stage 2 of the West End redevelopment. Cathedral Rocks will remain open with an alternative access route via the existing Mabel Cove walking trail. It is anticipated that portable temporary toilets will be provided at Mabel Cove during construction periods.

    The West End amenity is being enhanced in keeping with its significance as a place for reflection, appreciation of the wonder of nature and a place of acknowledgement for the continuing rich culture of Australia’s First Nation communities. Media enquiries should be directed to: media@rottnestisland.com

  • Longreach Bay Toilet Upgrades | July - Late October 2023

    Location: Zephyr Road, Longreach Bay
    Commencing: mid-July 2023
    Completion: late October 2023

    Description:

    Toilet block closed to public while upgrade and refurbishment takes place during off-peak season. Works include construction of a Universal Access Toilet, landscaping in adjacent areas with shelters, picnic tables, bike racks and outdoor shower installed.
    Access to end of Zephyr Road will be open during this time. Closest alternative public toilets located at Geordie Bay.

  • Ablution Facilitates Upgrade Program

    Location: Longreach Bay, Digby Drive.
    Completion: June 2023 to June 2024

    Description:


    Rottnest Island Authority are in progress of implementing an Ablution Facilities Upgrade Program around the island. All ablution facilities are scheduled to be upgraded over the coming years as part of Rottnest Island Authority’s capital works program.

    Longreach Bay ablutions are proposed to be upgraded with the following:

    -New disabled toilet facilities
    -New light fittings
    -Upgraded changeroom facilities
    -New fixtures and fittings throughout
    -Upgrade of existing building with new finishes to wall, floor and ceiling
    -Improvements to entrance and definition to pathways to entrances
    -Shade shelters, bike racks and bin enclosures

    Construction works are scheduled to be completed by December 2023.

    Digby Drive ablutions are proposed to be upgraded with the following:

    -New disabled toilet facilities
    -New family room with baby change facilities and feeding room
    -New fixtures and fittings throughout
    -Upgrade of existing building with new finishes to wall, floor and ceiling
    -Improvements to entrance and definition to pathways to entrances
    -Shade shelters, bike racks and bin enclosures
    -Improvements to entrance and definition to pathways to entrances

    Construction works are scheduled to be completed by June 2024.

  • The Lodge Wadjemup Redevelopment | August to Late 2024

    Location: The Lodge, Boreham Way. Surrounding streets Digby Drive and Kitson Street.
    Commencing: 5 June 2023
    Completion:
    mid-2024

    Description:

    Work on The Lodge site will recommence until mid-2024. Boreham Way closed – access to contractors only. Traffic route increase along Digby Drive, Brand Way, Parker Point Road, and aerodrome site. Noise expected during site works and demolition. Public access remains open on Kitson Street, Digby Drive and Garden Lake for the remainder of 2023. Some minor impacts on services may occur.