Rottnest Foundation

22/10/2026

We love sharing the wonderful work our member volunteers do with us.

Here's a video from our July planting day.

Captured by Kieran Dearle, who generously donated his time and expertise, the video showcases some of our amazing members and just how impactful our volunteer days can be.

https://youtu.be/YIUIepCUo5Q

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20/10/2026

Henrietta Rocks is a beautiful bay to explore, swim or snorkel. Just below its crystal-clear waters, fifty metres from shore, like the remains of the shipwreck The Shark, now home to many sea creatures.

Wadjemup's reefs have proven treacherous for many mariners, and the wrecks are a window to the island's maritime history. They also form part of the fragile marine environment that makes Rottnest so unique, so remember to look but don't touch.

15/10/2026

The 2027 Rottnest Foundation Calendar is OUT NOW!

Featuring stunning images from both professional and passionate amateur photographers, you can keep a piece of Rottnest Island with you wherever you are!

BUY NOW: rottnestfoundation.org.au/shop

14/10/2026

Our final volunteering event of 2026 is coming up quick - don't miss out!

On Saturday, 14 November we will be taking advantage of the warm spring weather to remove Sea Spurge from Rottnest Island beaches.

Sea spurge is a coastal w**d with buoyant, seawater-resistant seeds that are dispersed over long distances by ocean currents. It interferes with native flora and fauna and is an invastive species.

Our volunteers will be rolling up their sleeves and digging in to remove the sea spurge and create space for native flora to flourish.

If you are interested in volunteering, send us an email [email protected].

02/10/2026

Today is world smile day 😁

But for our quokkas, it's smile day every day!

Who can resist their adorable grin?

01/10/2026

October marks the beginning of the Noongar Season, Kambarang.

This season covers October and November and sees days becoming longer and continuing to warm.

On Wadjemup the Maro (Rottnest Island Pine) and the Moonah (Rottnest Island Tea Tree) come into full bloom.

25/09/2026

Shout out to Geordie's Cafe and Art Gallery, sponsors for September in the 2026 calendar.

Geordie's Cafe has supported the Foundation for over 10 years, through calendar sponsorship and providing prizes for our raffle. They've also been collecting donations for the Rottnest Foundation through the Containers for Change program since it began in 2021.

The team at Geordie's has said, “We feel incredibly fortunate to operate a business in such a special place. Rottnest is a place we care deeply about, so giving something back to the Island has always felt important to us.

The Rottnest Foundation does so much worthwhile work to help protect and preserve what makes this Island special, so supporting the Foundation feels like a very natural partnership for us."

Thank you, Geordie's Cafe, the support of businesses like yours are so important to the efforts and work of Rottnest Foundation!

24/09/2026

What better way to spend the Spring school holidays than learning about the unique heritage and environment that can be found on Rottnest Island? 🌱

Join the Rottnest Voluntary Guides for their fun and educational activities over the holidays.

The whole family can learn about the history of the Bickley Battery 🚂, find out more about the “Birds and Beasts of Rottnest” 🦆, and much more.

22/09/2026

We're proud to share that the Rottnest Foundation has been chosen as one of three charity partners for UniSport Nationals Perth 2026.

Student athletes registering for Nationals can opt in to a $2.50 donation to support a Western Australian conservation organisation - like the Rottnest Foundation! Every dollar raised is matched dollar-for-dollar by UniSport, doubling the impact of every contribution.

We're thrilled that 95% of registered students have already chosen to give back - thank you to all the student-athletes taking part - your support helps ensure Rottnest's unique environment, culture and heritage is protected for generations to come.

Read the full story on the partnership here: www.unisport.com.au/how-nationals-students-are-helping-protect-rottnest-island/

19/09/2026

🔍 The Great Rottnest Express Quokka Search is BACK! 🐻🎉 And this time, we’re teaming up with in support of quokka conservation on Rottnest Island 🤝💚

Get ready to put your quokka-spotting skills to the test these September school holidays! We’ve hidden 10 quirky quokka characters at popular island locations and businesses, and they’re waiting to be discovered by YOU! 👀

Here’s how to join the search:
🔍 Find all 10 quokka characters
📱 Scan their unique QR codes to unlock a fun fact, trivia question, riddle or rhyme
✏️ Complete your activity sheet
🎁 Hand it to a Rottnest Express staff member and WIN a Rottnest Foundation Quokka Conservation Hero prize!

Ready to take on the challenge? Gather the family, head to Rotto and see if you can find them all! 🔍🌴

Visit our website for more information and let the search begin! ⛴️✨ Exclusive to Quokka Club members – join today via the link in our bio! T&Cs apply.