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Works and Service Notices
Works, service improvements, and other changes occur periodically across Wadjemup / Rottnest Island.
A range of projects are underway to refresh and revitalise the island facilities. At times, other factors such as environmental conditions, restricted access, or temporary closures may also be in place that may impact your visit. These measures aim to enhance the visitor experience, ensure visitor safety, and to preserve the island long term.
Please refer to this list for important information on updates taking place and how they may impact your time on Rottnest Island.
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 August 2026
Completion: 30 October 2026
The main bus stop will be undergoing upgrades in stages to include new shelters, lighting, accessible boarding points, pathways, and mulching.
There may be increased movement and noise in the area.
Commencing: 25 August 2026
Completion: 8 September 2026
Structural repairs will be carried out to the verandah of Unit 423, including replacement of timber posts and screens.
Minor construction noise may occur during works.
Commencing: 25 August 2026
Completion: 8 September 2026
Structural repairs will be undertaken to the Isola deck, including removal of the existing access ramp and strengthening of the remaining deck structure.
Access to Isola Restaurant will remain available via the main entrance. Minor construction noise may occur during works.
Commencing: July 2026 (TBC)
Completion: August 2026
The existing Main Bar bi‑fold doors will be replaced as they are end of life and no longer serviceable.
Works will be staged to maintain bar access, with minor noise and temporary barriers in place during construction.
Commencing: 4 August 2026
Completion: 15 August 2026
Works will involve realignment of the fence along Garden Lake, installation of a new fence and rock pitching, and revegetation of the lake edge.
Some noise may occur during fence construction, particularly during post-hole excavation.
Commencing: mid 2026
Completion: end 2026
Construction of the northern leg of the ring main water distribution system. This essential infrastructure will complete the ring system, improving water pressure and supply reliability across the island.
Machinery used during the works may result in increased noise in the area.
Commencing: Late June 2026
Completion: December 2026
The existing Henderson ablution block will be demolished and replaced with a new facility, including family rooms, lockers, charging stations and accessible amenities.
The Henderson toilet facilities, including Changing Places, will be unavailable during construction. Fencing, signage and alternative arrangements will be in place to guide visitors during the works.
Works will involve extending the existing pressurised water network to provide connections for the Henderson Ablutions, the Hub building and the Dome.
Excavation works will be undertaken around these buildings, with some noise disruption expected during construction.
Commencing: 5 February 2026
Completion: 28 December 2026
Wadjemup was used as an Aboriginal prison and forced labour camp between 1838 and 1931. State records indicate 4,000 Aboriginal men and boys from Western Australia were imprisoned on the island. Many of these men and boys did not return to their communities and families and remain buried on the island in the Wadjemup Aboriginal Burial Ground.
The site will become a place of reflection for all communities and will include areas of ceremonial spaces, accessible and elevated pathways, lighting, and interpretive content.
Works will also include the relocation of the access road to the Rottnest Island Golf Course.
Commencing: June 2026
Completion: November 2026
The Rottnest Island Golf Course will be under remodelling with works to holes 3, 6, 7, and 8, the removal of hole 9, and the construction of a new fence.
The golf course will remain open throughout the works.
Commencing: May 2025
Completion: 31 December 2027
The Lodge Wadjemup is developing new worker accommodation to support its staff and operations and to enhance service delivery.
There will be an increase in traffic movements, including trucks, along Parker Point Road. Machinery noise will be audible in the South Thomson area during work hours only.
Completion:2029
The Rottnest Island Authority is progressing a new worker accommodation precinct to support on-island staff and contractors.
The project includes modular accommodation buildings, supporting earthworks, in-ground services and landscaping.
Machinery used during the works may result in increased noise and dust in the area.
Completion: 28 August 2026
Installation of a sewer pump station in the area south of the railway line near Brand Way. The work is self-contained however there will be increased vehicle traffic from the barge landing.
Completion: 30 June 2027
Construction of the new Marine Logics Hub will relocate the barge operations from the Main Jetty to South Thomson Bay, replacing the existing Army Groyne.
Works will include construction of a barge ramp, laydown area and protecting seawall. Improvements will also be made to Army Jetty Road and the intersection with Parker Point Road.
There is restricted access to the area, and detours are in place. There will be an increase in traffic movement and noise in the area during works.
Commencing: 10 August 2026
Completion: 11 December 2026
Works will involve installation of new water distribution infrastructure between Mt Herschel, Strue Road, the Wastewater Treatment Plant, Bathurst, Caroline Thomson and the Campground area.
Visitors may experience partial road closures, temporary fencing, excavation works, construction equipment operating near roads and pedestrian areas, and noise during working hours. Access restrictions and detours may be in place throughout the project.
Commencing: 20 August 2026
Completion: 27 August 2026
Works will involve excavation to locate the existing brine pipework and installation of an air relief valve to improve water production infrastructure.
Restricted vehicle access to the limestone track may be in place for the duration of the works.
Commencing: 26 June 2026
Completion: 30 September 2026
A modular chlorine unit will be installed adjacent to Tank 6.
Major equipment deliveries, including a tank and building, may result in minor traffic disruptions on Parker Point Road during mobilisation activities.