Works and Service Notices

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Survey scanning in and around houses along Kitson Street and behind the Rottnest Island Police Station. Minor impact to residents and police station.

Geotech investigation on the site works associated with the development of worker accommodation for The Lodge Wadjemup project. All works will be carried out on site, there will be no disruptions.

A new CCTV camera on a pole will be installed at the Visitor Centre end of the Main Jetty as part of the CCTV Upgrade Project (Phase 1 & 2).

These works include cutting into the concrete along the footpath to install a power conduit and will incur noise during the daytime only.

Installation of a new ticket booth at the Settlement bus stop. Bus services will not be disrupted and traffic management will be in place.

Commencing: 17 August 2024   
Completion: 28 March 2025 
 
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. 

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.

As part of the project the jetty pavement will be reconstructed and sealed with asphalt.

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: Mid-April 2024 
Completion: 13 December 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.  

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.