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Works and Service Notices
Works and service improvements are conducted periodically across Wadjemup / Rottnest Island
A range of projects are also currently underway to refresh and revitalise the 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 information on projects that are transforming the island, visit Significant Projects.
For further information on planning your visit to the island, visit rottnestisland.com.
Last updated: 21 November 2024
Commencing: 18 November 2024
Completion: 5 December 2024
Works to connect the accommodation precinct in South Thomson to the pressurised water mains. There will be short duration water outages for guests, with some construction noise associated with the verge-side works on Parker Point Road.
Commencing: 21 November 2024
Completion: 26 November 2024
Essential maintenance on mature trees is being undertaken. A chipping machine will be present on Wadjemup Oval. There will be some noise impacts from pruning and chipping equipment.
Commencing: 21 November 2024
Completion: January 2026
Wadjemup was used as an Aboriginal prison and forced labour camp between 1838 and 1931. State records indicate that 4,000 Aboriginal men and boys from Western Australia were imprisoned on the island, including in the Quod. Heritage conservation works will conserve the building. Aboriginal monitors will be on site throughout the works.
The Quod will be fenced off during works and there will be some noise during the works.
Commencing: 21 November 2024
Completion: Early December 2024
Installation of a new ticket booth at the Settlement bus stop. Bus services will not be disrupted and traffic management will be in place.
Completion: September 2025
New food and beverage, accommodation and conference facilities for The Lodge Wadjemup are in progress.
Redevelopment includes new accommodation and refurbishment of 109 rooms including 46 new rooms and refurbishment of 31 Boys Reformatory rooms and 32 Lakeside Villas.
In addition, new food and beverage facilities including a kiosk, conference and event facilities, pools and amenities are under construction.
Stage 1
Completion: Late 2024
New restaurant set to open and refurbishment of the Boys Reformatory and Lakeside Villas.
Stage 2
Completion: September 2025
New poolside villas and conference facilities.
- Noise and additional vehicle movements may occur during The Lodge Wadjemup redevelopment.
- To ensure minimal disruption to visitors and the environment, Boreham Way will be closed with access only to contractors.
- Public access remains open on Kitson Street, Digby Drive and surrounding Garden Lake.
- Increased traffic is expected along Digby Drive, Brand Way, Parker Point Road and surrounding the aerodrome.
- Vehicles involved in the works will need to travel during construction hours, Monday to Saturday.
Commencing: 17 August 2024
Completion: Early December 2024
A new electrical substation and high-voltage cable pathway will be installed at Parker Point to connect to South Thompson.
All site works will be fully fenced off to the public with increased construction noise due to heavy machinery and traffic impacting the area.
Commencing: 11 November 2024
Completion: Late November 2024
Upgrades and refurbishment of the picnic shelter, including replacement of light fittings, new BBQ and picnic tables. The area will be fenced off during works and there will be some noise during the installation phase.
Rottnest Island Authority is progressing the Ablution Facilities Upgrade Program, with facilities across the island scheduled to be upgraded over the coming years as part of the island’s capital works program.
Narrow Neck Ablutions Replacement and Precinct Upgrade
Commencing: Mid-April 2024
Completion: 30 November 2024
The new Narrow Neck Precinct and ablutions will include:
- Construction of new ablution block with hybrid septic system
- New bin enclosure area with vehicle turnaround
- Bus stop improvements
- Recreation area with bitumen stabilised limestone hardstand, shelters and picnic tables, and new vegetation.
Note: Demolition of old toilets will not commence until new toilets are operational.
Commencing: November 2024
Completion: December 2024
Installation of shade shelter, with the area fenced off during works and there will be some noise during installation phase.
Commencing: 10 June 2024
Completion: 30 November 2024
To extend jetty life and enhance visitor safety and customer experience, the Main Jetty pavement will be resurfaced, while berths 1 to 3 are being replaced.
Reconstruction will improve jetty access due to long term erosion, removing inconsistent ground levels and unsafe access to the island.
Berth access for ferry operators will be staggered with one berth closed at a time and ferry times re-scheduled to suit construction.
For updates and information, refer to schedules on ferry operator websites, and signage on the Main Jetty and at the Visitor Centre. Fencing of works may also restrict visitor access with requirements to follow directions for safety at all times.
Note: Boarding times may be reduced to accommodate fluctuating berth access.
Commencing: June 2024
Completion: November 2024
The stairs between Pinky Beach and Bathurst Lighthouse are closed for repairs. A detour from the Gabbi Karniny Bidi Walk Trail is available as it passes next to the lighthouse.
Commencing: 17 August 2024
Completion: 1 December 2024
The electrical network capacity on the island is being increased to support the expansion of the desalination plant and future developments.
Cabling and electrical infrastructure works are part of the island-wide electrical network upgrades. Noise and heavy traffic will impact the fenced-off work areas.