Are you allowed to live on Rottnest Island?


Are you allowed to live on Rottnest Island? So technically the only way to live on Rottnest Island for long period of time at a reasonable price is to work on the island. While there are many jobs available on the island, hospitality and tourism, most of these positions are seasonal and highly competitive.


Does Rottnest Island have predators?

On the Rottnest Island and Perth, some predators include large birds, foxes, and dingoes (Quokka et al., 2006). There are no known predators on the Bald Island; this also where the population of quokkas is the highest due to low predation.


Can you drink Rottnest tap water?

The saline is filtered and pressurised at 6000 kpa which causes reverse osmosis, producing usable drinking water. Island businesses, visitor accommodation, and visitor amenities are all hydrated with this water, making Rottnest Island fully self-sustainable.


Can you drink alcohol on Rottnest Island?

The policies outlined below apply to everyone who visits the island.. Alcohol can only be consumed at licensed premises. Western Australian law prohibits drinking alcohol on beaches, jetties, streets, and all other areas. Visitors who disregard this will receive infringements or face eviction from the island.


Is Rottnest Island worth it?

Yes, Rottnest Island is definitely worth visiting in the winter. If you are hanging out for summer to book your trip, read these reasons why you shouldn't wait. We all love Rottnest Island in the summer. Nothing beats the island's turquoise waters on a hot summer's day.


Can you permanently live on Rottnest Island?

Only about 300 people live permanently on Rottnest, but there is a lot of holiday accommodation, some jealously-guarded mooring spots for boats out in the bay, and several good places to eat (the Geordie Bay Art Gallery's fish and chips are excellent).


Why is Rottnest accommodation so expensive?

Experiences on islands, whether it is the ferry there, accommodation, food and hospitality, is always going to be more expensive than on the mainland, simply because of the inherent cost of operating on an island, Mr Hall said.


Can I sleep on Rottnest Island?

From family-friendly beachside cottages to chic hotel suites, from backpacker dorms to eco-resort 'glamping', Rottnest accommodation is both diverse and charming.