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Articles for Rottnest Island

Riot police sent to Rottnest Island to control partying end-of-school-year teenagers
2 weeks ago

Riot police sent to Rottnest Island to control partying end-of-school-year teenagers

ABC  

School leavers allegedly assaulted tourists on Rottnest Island and pelted police with bottles, with officers trained in controlling riots and public unrest called in to help restore order on the holiday island. Superintendent Dave Dench held a press conference to talk about the disorderly group on Rottnest Island for junior leavers week. He also said police had been aware of …

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WA premier, elders honour deaths of Aboriginal boys and men incarcerated on Rottnest Island
1 month, 1 week ago

WA premier, elders honour deaths of Aboriginal boys and men incarcerated on Rottnest Island

ABC  

WARNING: This story contains images of Aboriginal people who have died. Almost 400 Aboriginal men and boys died at Rottnest Island. “I am sure a lot of people who go to Rottnest really would like to know the truth, and to know that truth is being addressed.” Truth-telling efforts The state government four years ago launched the Wadjemup Project to …

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Rottnest Island has the stunning beaches in Western Australia
1 year, 6 months ago

Rottnest Island has the stunning beaches in Western Australia

Deccan Chronicle  

Rottnest Island, a popular holiday destination, located off the coast of Western Australia is approximately 19 kilometres west of Perth and houses 63 spectacular beaches and 20 beautiful bays. The crystal-clear waters surrounding Rottnest Island are home to a range of marine life, including colourful fish, dolphins, rays, sea lions and even humpback whales during the migration season. Isola Rottnest …

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Fremantle to Pinnacles Desert; five popular day trips from Perth
2 years, 7 months ago

Fremantle to Pinnacles Desert; five popular day trips from Perth

Hindustan Times  

The entry point into Australia from the west, Perth is the capital of Western Australia, the nation’s largest state. The popular ones for locals and visitors alike include marvelling its riverfront silhouette from Elizabeth Bay, capturing through lenses the rich architecture of the century old colonial buildings, picnicking at the Kings Park- world’s largest inner-city green sanctuary, going up the …

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Scientists eye electronic nose as potential 'game changer' to combat wildlife trafficking
3 years, 10 months ago

Scientists eye electronic nose as potential 'game changer' to combat wildlife trafficking

ABC  

It doesn't sound like a great defence strategy, but a lizard's scent may be its best weapon against the growing threat of wildlife poaching. Key points: A team of Australian researchers is working on creating an "electronic nose" The device will replicate the role of sniffer dogs in detecting crime It's hoped the "nose" will help to combat native reptile …

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WATCH: This Man Snorkeling in the Laziest Way in Australian Island Has Left Netizens in Splits
4 years ago

WATCH: This Man Snorkeling in the Laziest Way in Australian Island Has Left Netizens in Splits

News 18  

Laziness comes in all forms and in Australia, it comes on lying flat on your belly and vacationing as you snorkel away while your partner paddles you around the sea. A hilarious video from Australia’s Rottnest Island shows a couple where the lady is seen on a floating board as she paddles it off while the man is lying on …

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WA Government unveils plan to spend $150 million on tourism under coronavirus plan
4 years, 4 months ago

WA Government unveils plan to spend $150 million on tourism under coronavirus plan

ABC  

The West Australian Government will spend $150 million upgrading infrastructure at tourism destinations across the state, including Rottnest Island, Perth Zoo, Kings Park and Karijini National Park in the Pilbara region. Key points: WA tourism landmarks, including Rottnest Island, will receive upgrades WA tourism landmarks, including Rottnest Island, will receive upgrades It is hoped the upgrades will help attract interstate …

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