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ANZAC Day - Dusk and Dawn Services


  • Thomson Bay Lawn Rottnest Island Australia (map)

Travel to Wadjemup / Rottnest Island for a special ANZAC service like no other. 

ANZAC Day holds a special place on the Rottnest Island calendar. With a long military history, we commemorate all who have served and continue to serve.  

Wadjemup / Rottnest Island played a role in WWII, and there are many places of significance on the island, in addition to generations of families who have family who have served and were stationed at Rottnest Island during WWI and WWII.    

Join us to reflect and mark this important day of remembrance with services on the foreshore of Thomson Bay. 

Monday 24 April 
5:45 pm - Dusk Service 
Thomson Lawn 
An opportunity to pay your respects on the eve of ANZAC Day, with a service conducted as the sun sets over the island. Register here now.

Tuesday 25 April 
6 am – ANZAC Day Dawn Service 
Thomson Lawn 
As the sun rises over the ocean, stand as we mark ANZAC Day and honour the dedication and sacrifice shown by all who have served and continue to serve. Register here now.

Tuesday 25 April  
7:30 am – 10.30 am Live Music 
Thomson Lawn 
Free to attend, all are welcome.
Rottnest fast Ferries is pleased to support this event with special ferry services and discounts.

Special ferry services for dawn service 
Ex Hillarys  04:45am 
Ex Rottnest  08:45am | 11:30am 
Adult/Concession  $65 inc admission fee
Child   $39.00 inc. admission fee
Current & Ex Serviceman - FREE*
*For enquiries and reservations, call the reservation on 0892461039

Enter the following coupon code "ANZACDAY23" at checkout to redeem this offer.

Terms and conditions:

  • Passengers must travel over at 04:45am and return at 08:45am or 11:30am ONLY

  • Bookings must be made during the promotional period from 1st February to 25th February 2023.  

  • Children are classified 4-12 years of age.

  • Promotion cannot be used in conjunction with another offer.

  • Not applicable to existing bookings.

  • Offer must be booked online, 24 hours prior to travel