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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: 18 September 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: July 2026 (TBC)
Completion: TBD
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.
Cutek timber oiling will be carried out on Settlement Mall and Heritage Common furniture as part of scheduled maintenance works. Furniture, decking and playground areas may be temporarily unavailable while treatment and drying are underway.
Temporary fencing has been installed to restrict visitor and quokka access while lawn restoration and top-dressing works are undertaken.
Visitors will not be able to access the lawn area during this period.
Commencing: 4 September 2026
Completion: 30 September 2026
External painting and structural rectification works will be undertaken at Rottnest Hotel.
Scaffolding and exclusion zones will be in place, with works progressively moving to the rear of the building to reduce disruption. Minor construction noise may occur during works.
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.
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: 21 October 2026
Annual rail maintenance works will include level crossing upgrades, sleeper replacements and rail maintenance.
The railway will be closed during the works, with temporary traffic management, detours and crossing closures in place.
Completion: 7 October 2026
Major equipment and prefabricated buildings will be transported from the barge landing to the desalination plant site as part of the Desalination Plant Expansion Project.
Increased truck and crane movements can be expected along Parker Point Road and Digby Drive during mobilisation works.
Completion: 26 October 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: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: 30 September 2026
Replacement of storm-damaged fencing with new fencing.
Temporary fencing and construction activity will be visible during the works period.
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: 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.
Commencing: 21 September 2026
Completion: 21 October 2026
Installation of Bore 8 to increase water extraction capacity and support commissioning of the new desalination plant.
Temporary restrictions may apply to the Longreach Bay cycle path during crane works, with traffic controllers managing pedestrian and cyclist movements.