Please note that we will be running the ballots at new times:
Ballot periods run for the following dates inclusive:
- Summer ballot starts last Wednesday in June and is open for 21 days.
- Leavers ballot starts last Wednesday in August, and is open for 7 days.
- Easter ballot starts last Wednesday in October, and is open for 21 days.
These dates are as follows:
Summer
Applications Open: 9.00am on Wednesday 25 June 2008
Applications Close: 4.30pm on Tuesday 15 July 2008
For stays between: Saturday 27 December 2008 to Wednesday 4 February 2009.
Leavers
Applications Open: 9.00am on Wednesday 27 August 2008
Applications Close: 4.30pm on Tuesday 2 September 2008
For stays between: Tuesday 25 November 2008 to Friday 28 November 2008
Easter
Applications Open: 9.00am on Wednesday 29 October 2008
Applications Close: 4.30pm on Tuesday 18 November 2008
For stays between: Tuesday 7 April 2009 to Thursday 30 April 2009.
Ballot applications can be lodged online during these dates. Watch for our advertisement in The West Australian on the above dates (excluding leavers).
Why have a ballot?
Due to the high demand for accommodation on Rottnest Island during peak Western Australian school holidays, a ballot system is run to allow all applicants an equal chance of reserving accommodation during these popular periods.
Ballots are run for the Western Australian Summer and Easter (first term) school holidays. While the second term (July) and third term (September) holidays are not subject to a ballot, accommodation is available only for set periods. Check the Department of Education website for school term dates here .
The ballot is a totally automated random computer selection. The allocation is based on where your application is situated in the randomised queue and the remaining availability that matches your preferences. The selection process by the computer is based on your numbered preferences. You need to read the form very carefully before completing it to maximise your chance of a suitable allocation.
Please note that only one ballot per household is to be lodged. Duplicate applications will be cancelled. People with mobility impairment will need to lodge their ballot application and provide an accompanying letter advising that special facilities are required. This must also be received by the closing date.
