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One of 2 cemetarys on the island, the other being that of the aboriginal prisoners. The Rottnest cemetary is located on Digby Drive near Garden Lake and behind the Lodge Hotel.
Little is known about the cemetery. What is known is that it was a European cemetary from the settlers who used the island for farming, and pastoral and salt gathering.
On the plaque which stands in the entrance of the cemetary, its says that 13 people are known to be buried there. Strangly enough, if you count the burial plots, there are 22. It didnt compute.
Not all of the head stones have engravings on them, and only a few that do read clearly. The cemetery has a mix feel about it. Theres that calm and peaceful feel, and that eerie, creepy feel.
Overall a interesting spot on the island. May also qualify as a off the beaten path tip. Leave a Comment Directions: dogby drive, betwen Garden Lake, Lodge Hotel, and the fun park.
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Kingstown Barracks were built in the early 1930s, when Rottnest was declared a vital part in the defense of Fremantle and Perth.
Military personal stationed at the barracks had a mess hall, small hospital, cottages, Army institutional buildings, dry canteen, workshop, store, railway buildings, and comunications outpost.
Today the Kingstown Barracks are used by visitors as accommodations. There are 3 diiferent types of accomodations. The Rootnest Island Youth Hostel, Governors' Circle Cottages, and the Kingstown Barracks Dorms. In all, the 3 facilities hold 326 people.
Located right next to the beach, and a short walking distance from Thomson Bay, its a unique place to stay on the island, with a lot of history... Leave a Comment Phone: (08) 9432 9111Directions: Located on the south/east side of the island, about 2km from Thomson Bay.
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| | | | Motorised Self-Drive Glass Bottom Boats... | Tip Rating: | | | | |
Geordie Bay on the Northside of the island, is known for its seaweed filled Bay, which serves as breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the sea life that lives within it.
A different way to see the sea life is with motorised self-drive glass bottom boats available for rent.
Now i will admit i have mixed emotions about the boats. Yes, they were fun to drive, they were different, and we did get to see a lot of the bay, without getting wet. It did get a little boring though, and i wouldnt rent it longer then a half hour.
The bay is also known for its abundance of Stingrays. We did not see any through the glass bottom boat, but did come across a half dozen in 20 minutes spent of the Bays pier.
The boats run on 5 speeds. Most slow, 2nd most slow, 3rd most slow, 4th most slow, and slow. The good thing is they dont scare the fish.
The boats come with a sun canopy, fish food, and enough room for 2 passengers. The price is $18 for a half hour. Open 7 days a week from 830am til 530pm.
Link to my Rottnest Island beach map Rottnest Beach Map Leave a Comment Phone: 0413 181 322Directions: Geordie Bay, 1.3 km from Thomson Bay, on the Northside of the island.
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| | | | Rottnest Prison | Tip Rating: | | | | |
In the mid 1800s, there was a growing amount of Aborigine prisoners in Perth, and inadequate facilities to house them. It was suggested that a prison on Rottnest island be built to provide for the growing numbers, and to make it far more difficult to escape. The plan was approved, and in 1864, Rottnest Prison was built.
The shape of the prison was an Octagon like shape. There were 29 cels, and its capacity was 200 prisoners. In the center was a court yard and a well. The facility also included a flour store, kitchen, sick ward, guards room, and work sheds.
While serving a sentence on the island the prisoners were put to work. Most of the buildings that stand today on the island, were built by the prisoners. Such as the reformatory, the Bathurst and Wadjemup Lighthouse, the salt house, the post office, and most of the cottages now used for accomadations for tourist.
Most of the prisoners were serving sentences for petty crimes, such as stealing cattle or food. The average sentence was 6 months to 5 years. In the beggining of 1900, the number of Aborigines in the prison dropped to as low as 26. It was reported that the prison was losing money, and suggested that it would be more profitable, if converted to lodges for tourist. On June 10th, 1902, the Rottnest prison was officailly closed, and its remaining prisoners sent to Perth. Leave a Comment Directions: The Rottnest prison is now the Lodge Resort, located just behind the Settlement shops on Kitson St.
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