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25.01.2022 A big thank you to those Foundation members who participated in our revegetation day on Saturday 6 July and planted 1,500 seedlings around Garden Lake. If you love Rottnest and would like to support us in Conserving the essence of Rottnest Island, join the Foundation and come along. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//revegetation-work-/

25.01.2022 Great turnout last night for our movie fundraiser. An inspirational story of Jaimen Hudson: From Sky to Sea. Big thank you to film producers Leighton & Jodie DeBarros of Seadog International TV and Todd Stiles of Grand Cinemas for making it possible. Thanks to everyone who attended. #GrandCinemas #seadoginternational

25.01.2022 To coincide with the Foundations recent Art Exhibition, Keiko Uno Jewellery has once again kindly donated a beautiful cuff-style bangle and travel case valued at $1,970 for the Rottnest Foundation to raffle. Tickets cost $20 and have been limited to 250. Raffle will be drawn on 9 August. Help us to support environmental projects on Rottnest and purchase your ticket to win https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-foundatio/

24.01.2022 To coincide with the Foundation's recent Art Exhibition, Keiko Uno Jewellery has once again kindly donated a beautiful cuff-style bangle and travel case valued at $1,970 for the Rottnest Foundation to raffle. Tickets cost $20 and have been limited to 250. Raffle will be drawn on 9 August. Help us to support environmental projects on Rottnest and purchase your ticket to win https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-foundatio/

23.01.2022 The 2020 Rottnest Foundation Calendar is now available. All proceeds going towards environmental projects on Rottnest. Thank you to all the sponsors who have supported the production. Purchase online at https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-2020-cale/

22.01.2022 Give a 2020 Rottnest Foundation Calendar for Christmas. All proceeds supporting conservation programs on Rottnest. Purchase online at https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-2020-cale/

22.01.2022 Help us conserve Rottnest's unique environment by purchasing a ticket in our annual Raffle. 28 great prizes to be won, including the Ultimate Week on Rottnest. Raffle closes 3 February, purchase online at https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-raffle-20/ All monies raised support the Foundation's environment, cultural and heritage projects on Rottnest. Thanks to all our supporters for generously donating to the prize pool.

22.01.2022 Rottnest Foundation memberships are due 1 July. We invite you to join us in Conserving the essence of Rottnest. Join online https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/get-/become-a-member/ Members are invited to participate in our next tree-planting day scheduled for Saturday 4 July. Places are limited. For more information [email protected]

22.01.2022 Congratulations to our Chairman, Jeff King, OAM who was recognised yesterday in the Queen's Birthday Honours for his service to conservation. Jeff has been Chair of the Rottnest Foundation since 2009 and is a passionate advocate for the conservation of the Island's natural, cultural and heritage values. #rottnestisland

21.01.2022 Premier Mark McGowan announces today that Rottnest Island will reopen on Saturday 6 June. The Rottnest Foundation will resume its volunteer tree planting program and more information will be available soon. If you would liked to make a difference - join the Rottnest Foundation and help us conserve the natural values of the Island https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/get-/become-a-member/

21.01.2022 Memberships now due. Join now or renew your membership to the Rottnest Foundation and support our role in Conserving the essence of Rottnest. As a Foundation member you will receive regular updates and invites to participate in conservation projects on the Island. For more information or to join online visit https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/get-/become-a-member/

21.01.2022 Big thank you to our Rottnest Foundation members who planted up to 3,000 saltmarsh species on the weekend, supporting the conservation of Rottnests salt lake systems which are listed as "Wetlands of National Importance. If you would like to contribute to our conservation projects on Rottnest we invite you to join the Rottnest Foundation. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-foundatio/

20.01.2022 Help us 'Conserve the essence of Rottnest' by using our Containers for Change scheme ID C10267961 or barcode below and donate the 10cents in your containers to Rottnest Island. Find your nearest drop off location https://www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/where-to-return #ContainersForChange #rottnestisland

20.01.2022 Big shout-out from the Rottnest Foundation London Chapter, in the Agent Generals WA Day message - included in the first video!

20.01.2022 The Rottnest Foundation Art Exhibition has attracted a great deal of interest and there are still some amazing Rottnest inspired artworks available for sale. Exhibition closes on Sunday 19 May, for gallery opening times visit https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/ Commission from the sale of artworks support the Foundations conservation projects on Rottnest.

20.01.2022 'Always Wadjemup' - curated by Vanessa Smart and Samara King, Wadjemup: Koora Wordel, Kalygool Wordel was developed in partnership with Rottnest Island Authority and supported by the Western Australian Museum through the Emerging Curators program. The exhibition covers aspects of Aboriginal culture and history on Wadjemup spanning from the earliest archaeological evidence of occupation tens of thousands of years ago through to historical use of the island as an Aboriginal prison from 1838-1931. It aims to continue the journey of recognition, reclamation, and reconciliation, by giving an Aboriginal voice to Aboriginal issues. https://www.alwayswadjemup.com The Rottnest Foundation is committed to supporting the Aboriginal Burial Ground memorialisation project

19.01.2022 We would love your vote! Choose the Rottnest Foundation to become one of the PROSH Charities for 2020. Voting ends midnight Sunday 15 December. http://bit.ly/prosh_vote

19.01.2022 The Rottnest Foundation welcomes the addition of the Thomson Bay Settlement and the Oliver Hill Battery onto the State Register of Heritage Places. The Hon David Templeman, MLA, Minister for Tourism; Culture and the Arts; Heritage stated, "The State Register of Heritage Places plays an important role in recognising and conserving our State's places of heritage significance. Collectively they tell a story of our social, cultural and civic past". #rottnestisland

18.01.2022 The Rottnest Foundation respects the Whadjuk people as the traditional custodians of Wadjemup (Rottnest Island)

18.01.2022 New Wadjemup Museum acknowledges Rottnest Island Volunteer Groups. Visitors to the museum are invited to explore the unique and diverse history of the Island through themes including cultural connections, early exploration, Aboriginal incarceration, volunteering, tourism and holidays. The Wadjemup Museum received a $1m refurbishment as part of the Commonwealth Government's National Tourism Icons program. The museum will host a year-long exhibition 'Sculptures at Wadjemup' featuring Western Australian artists and reflecting the Island’s significant cultural heritage, natural landscapes and complex histories. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//new-wadjemup-museu/

17.01.2022 Always Wadjemup - curated by Vanessa Smart and Samara King, Wadjemup: Koora Wordel, Kalygool Wordel was developed in partnership with Rottnest Island Authority and supported by the Western Australian Museum through the Emerging Curators program. The exhibition covers aspects of Aboriginal culture and history on Wadjemup spanning from the earliest archaeological evidence of occupation tens of thousands of years ago through to historical use of the island as an Aboriginal prison from 1838-1931. It aims to continue the journey of recognition, reclamation, and reconciliation, by giving an Aboriginal voice to Aboriginal issues. https://www.alwayswadjemup.com The Rottnest Foundation is committed to supporting the Aboriginal Burial Ground memorialisation project

16.01.2022 Help us conserve Rottnests unique environment by purchasing a ticket in our annual Raffle. 28 great prizes to be won, including the Ultimate Week on Rottnest. Raffle closes 3 February, purchase online at https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-raffle-20/ All monies raised support the Foundations environment, cultural and heritage projects on Rottnest. Thanks to all our supporters for generously donating to the prize pool.

16.01.2022 Makuru (June/July) The Noongar season Makuru is the wet time with cold squally westerly winds crossing the coast. It is also the beginning of the Warrdong (Australian Raven) breeding season. The Warrdong is an important figure in the Noongar Dreaming as it is believed to be responsible for transporting spirits from the mainland to Wadjemup.

16.01.2022 Rottnest Foundation Art Exhibition Highly Commended: Lorraine Biggs for Visitors and Locals

15.01.2022 Big thank you to the 120 Island workers, residents and business people who attended the Rottnest Island Community Night. The evening raised $1,635 and the Rottnest Foundation was chosen to be the beneficiary in recognition of the exceptional contribution it makes to the Island through its environmental, heritage and cultural conservation projects. West End Boardwalk was funded by the Rottnest Foundation. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-island-co/

14.01.2022 Give a Chokka the Quokka this Easter. The Margaret River Chocolate Co. donates $2 from every chocolate quokka to the Rottnest Foundation for quokka research and conservation, having donated more than $20,000 in the last two years. Purchase from any of their three stores - Perth, Margaret River and the Swan Valley or from their online store https://chocolatefactory.com.au/product-/chocolate-gifts//

13.01.2022 Special Birthday Gift for Rottnest Island Quokka A big thank you to the Margaret River Chocolate Co. who donated $10,000 to the Rottnest Foundation at the weekend Quokka Birthday Party on Rottnest. The money will be used to support quokka research and conservation. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//happy-birthday-rot/

13.01.2022 Beautiful day on Rottnest for the Foundation's AGM. Thanks to those who attended to hear of the Foundation's achievements throughout 2018/2019 and new initiatives in the pipeline. Support the Foundation's role in 'Conserving the essence of Rottnest' by purchasing a 2020 Calendar or Raffle ticket. All monies raised support environmental conservation on the Island. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/

13.01.2022 Rottnest Island is supporting Plastic Free July through initiatives to reduce plastic waste and promote the Islands active effort on becoming a plastic free destination. A partnership between the Rottnest Island Authority and Island Businesses will deliver a number of activities and offers to support this important initiative; recycle plastic bottles into a giant wire fish on the Island, buy one reusable water bottle & get one free from the Visitor Centre, collect buckets of rubbish and get a free coffee.... For information visit https://rottnestisland.com/plasticfreerottnest You can also view the global campaign at http://www.laststraw.com.au/

13.01.2022 FREE POSTAGE! Right now, when you purchase an Entertainment Membership. Not only will you be supporting Rottnest Foundation but youll also enjoy free standard delivery. Be quick, offer ends soon http://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/9597r55.

12.01.2022 Rottnest Foundation Art Exhibition raffle closes 31 July & drawn on 9 August. Only 250 tickets. Be quick to purchase your ticket to win this beautiful Keiko Uno Jewellery cuff style bangle and travel case. All proceeds support conservation projects on Rottnest. Get your tickets now https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-foundatio/

12.01.2022 We invite you to join the Rottnest Foundation and help us 'Conserve the essence of Rottnest' for future generations. Be part of an organisation that supports the conservation and improvement of Rottnest's amazing environmental, heritage and cultural values. Memberships are now due, join us and give back to our beautiful Island. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/become-a-member/ Foundation members undertaking sea-spurge removal.

11.01.2022 Wallaby Pty Ltd, an Australian software product company has generously donated $1,651 to the Rottnest Foundation. "We are proud Australians and have chosen to name our first two products after Australias wildlife." Read more... https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//generous-donation-/

10.01.2022 You can donate the cash in your containers to support Rottnest conservation projects by using the Foundation's ID Scheme C10267961

10.01.2022 The Rottnest Foundation was proud to be part of the National Reconciliation Week Breakfast at the Crown this morning. Congratulations to Reconciliation WA, with the event attracting 1,350 people. The Foundation is supporting the restoration and recognition of the Aboriginal Burial Ground on Wadjemup with a grant through Lotterywest. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/aboriginal-burial-gr/

10.01.2022 Rottnest Foundation Raffle is now closed and will be drawn on 17 February. A big thank you to all those amazing businesses that generously donated to this important fundraiser for our Island projects. Also big thank you to all our members and friends who sold raffle books and everyone who purchased a ticket. Winners will be notified and published in the West Australian and on our website on 26 February. Good luck!

08.01.2022 Join us and receive regular updates on how your membership is supporting the conservation of Rottnest Island Spring Update https://mailchi.mp/013bee/rottnest-foundation-spring-update Foundation Membership http://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/become-a-member/

08.01.2022 The Margaret River Chocolate Company increases its support for Rottnest's Quokkas. Every Chokka the Quokka sold during their "Easter in July" promotion, will see an extra dollar (from $2 to $3) donated to the Rottnest Foundation to support quokka conservation. COVID-19 and the closing of the Island put their planned Easter promotion on hold, so if you missed out on your Chokka the Quokka this Easter or just love chocolate, get your Chokka the Quokka from the Margaret River Chocolate Company's 3 outlets or online until July 12 and support quokka conservation. https://chocolatefactory.com.au/

08.01.2022 Big shout-out from the Rottnest Foundation London Chapter, in the Agent General's WA Day message - included in the first video!

07.01.2022 We invite you to choose the Rottnest Foundation as the beneficiary of your donation when registering for the South 32 Rottnest Channel Swim. All monies raised go to support our conservation projects on Rottnest. Registrations open 26 October - Good luck to all competitors! #rottnestisland #channelswim

07.01.2022 The 2019 Rottnest Foundation Raffle is now open Buy a ticket and support environmental, cultural & heritage projects on Rottnest Island. 28 great prizes to be won including -Ultimate Week on Rottnest... A weeks accommodation in the Commanders Cottage with stunning views overlooking Thomson Bay. Also includes family ferry fares, bike hire, tours, food & beverage, retail and recreational vouchers passes and more. Total value $4,551 For full details of prizes and to buy your tickets online visit: https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-raffle-20/ Thank you to the Rottnest Island Authority, Rottnest Island Businesses, WA Wineries, accommodation providers, mainland Restaurants & Retailers for their generous support in donating prizes for the Raffle.

06.01.2022 Rottnest Foundation memberships are due 1 July. We invite you to join us in 'Conserving the essence of Rottnest'. Join online https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/get-/become-a-member/ Members are invited to participate in our next tree-planting day scheduled for Saturday 4 July. Places are limited. For more information [email protected]

05.01.2022 The Rottnest Foundation welcomes the State Government's announcement of the Wadjmeup Project to acknowledge and reconcile the Aboriginal history of Wadjemup (Rottnest Island). The Rottnest Foundation looks forward to contributing to the memorialisation of the Aboriginal Burial Ground in consultation with the Aboriginal community, with funding from Lotterywest.

05.01.2022 Rottnest Foundation Art Exhibition Highly Commended: Mikaela Castledine for Mapping

05.01.2022 The Rottnest Foundation acknowledged the significant contribution made by it's Founder Mrs Pat Barblett, AM and long-standing Board member Courtney Wheatley at their end of year Xmas dinner. It also welcomed new Board members and looks forward to another successful year working to 'Conserve the essence of Rottnest' for future generations. First image l-r: Courtney Wheatley, Jeff King current Chair and Pat Barblett, AM

05.01.2022 Donate the cash in your containers to the Rottnest Foundation by using our ID Scheme C10267961. You can donate your eligible containers on Rottnest or at any mainland refund point. Search https://www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/wa/where-to-return to find your nearest donation point. #containersforchange #rottnestisland

04.01.2022 A big thank you to those members who attended our tree planting day on Saturday 1st August. ~ 3,500 seedlings were planted to complete the salt-marsh rehabilitation project at Herschel Lake. An amazing effort and incredible weather! The project was made possible by an $18,000 Community Environment Program Grant secured by the Foundation. Big thanks also to Michael Sier of Pelagic Marine (Rottnest Barge) who kindly provided subway lunches for our volunteers.

04.01.2022 Rottnest Foundation acquires $18,000 Community Environment Program Grant to re-vegetate and protect important saltmarsh habitat at Herschel Lake on Rottnest. Volunteers, including Rottnest Foundation members, will undertake construction of quokka-exclusion fending and propagation and planting of 14,000 native seedlings during the winter period. Join the Foundation and help us Conserve the essence of Rottnest. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//18000-community-en/

04.01.2022 Purchase a pack of these gorgeous quokka cards and support our conservation projects on Rottnest. Painted by Edwina Carre, all monies raised from online sales will support our beautiful Island. For more information visit https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/2020/03/

04.01.2022 Purchase a 2019/2020 Entertainment Book, support the Rottnest Foundation and receive a bonus $10 Caltex eGift Card. Offer expires on Friday 14 June. Purchase online at https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/9597r55

03.01.2022 Buy local & make a difference. Support the Rottnest Foundation through your purchase of an Entertainment Book. Now even more sustainable with digital format. https://www.entertainment.com.au/orderbooks/9597r55 Please also share with your friends and networks.

03.01.2022 Beautiful day on Rottnest for the Foundations AGM. Thanks to those who attended to hear of the Foundations achievements throughout 2018/2019 and new initiatives in the pipeline. Support the Foundations role in Conserving the essence of Rottnest by purchasing a 2020 Calendar or Raffle ticket. All monies raised support environmental conservation on the Island. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au/

03.01.2022 Judges Sandra Murray, Tony Pankiw and Laetitia Wilson announced at the opening event of the inaugural Rottnest Foundation Exhibition the following: First Prize: Jill Kempson for Sacred Ground Prizes were kindly donated by the Rottnest Island Authority, Hotel Rottnest and Rottnest Express. https://www.rottnestfoundation.org.au//rottnest-foundatio/

02.01.2022 The Margaret River Chocolate Company increases its support for Rottnests Quokkas. Every Chokka the Quokka sold during their "Easter in July" promotion, will see an extra dollar (from $2 to $3) donated to the Rottnest Foundation to support quokka conservation. COVID-19 and the closing of the Island put their planned Easter promotion on hold, so if you missed out on your Chokka the Quokka this Easter or just love chocolate, get your Chokka the Quokka from the Margaret River Chocolate Companys 3 outlets or online until July 12 and support quokka conservation. https://chocolatefactory.com.au/

02.01.2022 Happy New Year to all our wonderful members. Thank you for your support throughout 2020. We wish you all a healthy and happy 2021 and look forward to continuing to support the conservation of Rottnest's unique environment. If you would like to join us in our role of 'Conserving the essence of Rottnest', visit www.rottnestfoundation.org.au and become a member.

02.01.2022 A big thank you to all our members, supporters and friends during National Volunteer Week. Your passion for Rottnest and support for the Foundations conservation projects is amazing! We look forward to the time when the Island reopens, so we can continue our work in Conserving the essence of Rottnest.

01.01.2022 Green Island rehabilitation site three years on! Well done Rottnest Foundation members.

01.01.2022 The Rottnest Foundation welcomes the State Governments announcement of the Wadjmeup Project to acknowledge and reconcile the Aboriginal history of Wadjemup (Rottnest Island). The Rottnest Foundation looks forward to contributing to the memorialisation of the Aboriginal Burial Ground in consultation with the Aboriginal community, with funding from Lotterywest.

01.01.2022 'Containers for Change' has seen more than 120 million containers returned in the first 100 days, with more than $500,000 being donated to charities and community groups. You can donate your containers to the Rottnest Foundation on the Island or on the mainland by using our unique ID Scheme C10267961. Thank you to those Island businesses who are supporting the Foundation through the scheme - Geordie Cafe & Art Gallery, Karma Rottnest & Karma Rottnest Golf, Rottnest Express and SeaLink. #ContainersForChange #rottnestisland #rottnestexpress #sealink #KarmaRottnest #geordiecafe