Wadjemup / Rottnest Island lies in the Indian Ocean just 30-minute ferry from the coast of Perth. Wadjemup is the Noongar name for the island and a culturally significant place for the Whadjuk Noongar people. The island holds a significant history for Aboriginal people across Western Australia. Visitors to the island can join an immersive Aboriginal tour or visit the Wadjemup Museum and connect to the historical, cultural and spiritual significance of the island. Wadjemup / Rottnest Island is a Class A reserve with unique flora and fauna. There are 63 secluded, sandy havens, linked by paved riding and walking trails on the Wadjemup Bidi. The island's iconic species mascot - the quokka - is unique to Western Australia and the largest known quokka population in the world. Immerse yourself in island life with accommodation options which include premium hotel, glamping, self-contained units, bungalows and cabins through to camping, dormitories and hostel accommodation. Hire bikes, snorkel sets and hit the walking trails, wake up an appetite for adventure with guided tours, and then wine and dine with ocean views.
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Welcome to Wadjemup.
NOTE: If you are prone to sea sickness, please ensure to bring some medication to assist while travelling on the ferry to/from Rottnest Island.
Buyers Transport Information - from 8.30am
Monday 27 October 2025 - Perth CBD to Hillary's Marina
Please ensure you are at your departure location 15 minutes prior to pick up time as the coaches will be departing exactly at advised times.
NOTE: If you miss the coach, you will have to make your own way to Rottnest Island.
For those buyers staying on Rottnest on the Sunday night, please meet the group at the Thomson Bay Lawn at 10:45am.
Coach 1 (Crown Precinct & Residence on Langley Park)
Please contact Rebecca Laffrey on 0417 854 819 on the day if you have any issues/queries regarding this transfer.
| Departure Time | Hotel Name | Pickup Instructions |
| 8.30am | Crown Precinct | Crown Riverside Entrance (Through the Crown Metropol lobby & through the Food Court down the escalator) |
| 8.45am | Residence on Langley Park | Terrance Road Loading Bay |
Coach 2 (Novotel Langley & Pan Pacific Hotel)
Please contact Mel Johnson on 0432 945 622 on the day if you have any issues/queries regarding this transfer.
| Departure Time | Hotel Name | Pickup Instructions |
| 8.45am | Novotel Perth Langley Pan Pacific Perth | Bus Bay Hill St outside Pan Pacific |
Coach 3 (Mercure Perth on Hay, Novotel Perth Murray Street & Ibis Perth Murray Street)
Please contact Grace Richardson on 0407 651 459 on the day if you have any issues/queries regarding this transfer.
| Departure Time | Hotel Name | Pickup Instructions |
| 8.30am | Mercure Perth on Hay | In front of Mercure Perth on Hay |
| 8.45am | Novotel Perth Murray Street | In front of Novotel Perth Murray Stret |
| 8.50am | Ibis Perth Murray Street | In front of Ibis Perth Murray Street |
Monday 27 October 2025 - Crown Perth & Perth CBD to B Shed Fremantle
For delegates wishing to join the official 2.45pm ferry charter from Fremantle B Shed to Rottnest Island, to arrive in time for the Welcome Function, there will be coach pick-ups at 1.30pm from Barrack Street Jetty and Crown Perth.
Please ensure you are at your departure location 15 minutes prior to pick up time as the coaches will be departing exactly at advised times.
NOTE: If you miss the coach, you will have to make your own way to Rottnest Island.
Coach 1 (Crown Precinct)
Please contact Dave Atherton on 0480 294 902 on the day if you have any issues/queries regarding this transfer.
| Time | Hotel Name | Pickup Location |
| 1.30pm | Crown Precinct | Crown Riverside Entrance (Through the Crown Metropol lobby & through the Food Court down the escalator) |
Please contact Aaron Matis on 0402 324 951 on the day if you have any issues/queries regarding this transfer.
| Time | Location | Pickup Location |
| 1.30pm | Barrack Street Jetty | Barrack Square in front of Riverside Bar & Restaurant |
Monday 27 October 2025 - Own arrangements to Rottnest Island
Rottnest Express
For delegates wishing to travel to Rottnest Island earlier on the Monday to explore and enjoy some of the incredible experiences on offer, please see the Rottnest Express website here to book your ferry ticket.
Rottnest Island Industry Offers
Click here to see the fun range of experiences and offers available on the island and to book/pay directly.
All Delegates Return Transfers
Monday 27 October 2025 - 7.30pm return ferry charter from Rottnest Island
Following the conclusion of the Welcome Function on Rottnest Island at 7.00pm, ferry charters have been arranged to return all delegates to Fremantle B Shed. The ferry will depart at 7.30pm and arrive on the mainland at 8.00pm.
Coach transfers will then be arranged to a number of locations including Crown Perth and in the city.
Coach Option 1: B Shed Fremantle to Perth CBD Hotels
Stop 2: Novotel Perth Langley, Pan Pacific Perth & Quest East Perth
Stop 3: Mercure Perth on Hay
Stop 4: QT Perth
Stop 5: The Adnate
Stop 6: Ibis Perth, Oaks Perth, Novotel Murray Street
Stop 7: Barrack Square
Destination Photo Credits: Tourism Western Australia
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