The Rockingham Visitor Centre is a not-for-profit organisation promoting all Rockingham has on offer.
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The City of Rockingham is a popular coastal destination in WA offering a wide range of immersive experiences and activities. Whether it be a visit to one of the many neighbouring islands, enjoying the vast stretches of white sandy beaches, sailing a yacht within the protected bays, recreational boat and jetty fishing, or swimming amongst the wild dolphins that inhabit the local bays – Rockingham promises a memorable and unique experience for every visitor.
🪩 Dinner & Dance at Peel Manor House 🪩
Get nostalgic & groove the night away with tracks from the 70's & 80's brought to you by both live band & Dj 💿🎸🎶
At Peel Manor House events, you'll always be treated to an amazing dinner &, it's always best to dress for success (in the theme) so you can hit the dancefloor in style ✨
Click the Link & Grab Your Tickets ⬇️
https://events.humanitix.com/70-s-80-s-disco-and-new-wave-dinner-and-dance-saturday-22nd-june-2024
The spectacular & global smash hit MAMMA MIA is coming soon to the Rockingham Theatre! 🎭🎶
🎫 Yes MAMMA MIA tickets are live now! 🎫
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1239177?
My, my, how can you resist the world’s favourite feel-good musical as it celebrates 25 Super Trooper years, since first opening in London’s West End, the exhilarating smash-hit has become a global phenomenon, thrilling over 70 million people worldwide and NOW IT’s IN ROCKINGHAM!
What a great time to show the Rockingham Theatre some love & experience the sheer joy of MAMMA MIA! live on stage ❣️❣️
📍🏰 The Castle, 8 Attwood Way, Rockingham
2024 Rockingham Art Prize 🎨
‼️ Happening from the 15th - 30th June
📍 11 Kent Street, Rockingham Foreshore
Immerse yourself in the dynamic visual arts exhibition celebrating the artistic vibrancy of our state through medias such as sculpture, painting, ceramics, drawing, metalwork, woodwork, photography, print making & mixed media from an array of urban & regional artists.
Spice up your life & get on over to one of the Free intro to Salsa classes happening every Wednesday at the Safety Bay Yacht Club 🪇🎶
All skill levels or lack thereof are welcome & no partner is required to attend 💃
Plant a cooler & greener future to combat urban heat 🌱
📅 Happening Saturday 22nd June
📍 Seahaven Reserve, Waikiki
One of many events to come working towards increasing our city's overall canopy cover to 20% 🌳🌲🌴
👀 Keep your eyes peeled for these events to meet like-minded people who are passionate about planting their roots in this community, and to enjoy a range of workshops which will be guided by First Nations people & other environmental experts!
Follow the link to learn more ⬇️
https://conservationvolunteers.com.au/projects/plant-a-cooler-and-greener-future-in-rockingham-wa/
You & I know we have a tendency to run & hide indoors for half the year 🌬🌦 when the weather isn't perfection, but if you're ever looking for something to do this winter, here's your hit list ✅
⚓️ Check out the Rocko Museum, $2.50 entry
🎭 See a Production by Rockingham Theatre Company (Get your tickets for Mamma Mia!)
🛍 Peruse though the local handcrafted treasures at Creative Crafts
🎨 Check out the Rocko Arts Exhibit, or if there's any exhibits in the Gary Holland Centre
⛲️ Get your tickets for the next Peel Manor House Psychic Tea & Murder Mystery Events
🍷 Travel over to the Peel Estate Wines for a tasting session
🏞 Go for a walk in our beautiful nature
ℹ️ As always, even if you're local, make sure you swing by the Rocko Visitor's Centre to see the locally made products & ask if there's any special events coming up 😉💙
When's the last time you caught up with everything happening at your local libraries? 📚🤓
Here's a sample of what's going on during Makuru | June & July:
🪱 Worm Farm Workshop
🫖 Australia's Biggest Morning Tea
👨🍳 Bush Tucker Experience
🌿 Plastic Free Living
🎥 NAIDOC Week Films
🧁 Cupcake Decorating Workshop
🐝 Making Beeswax Wraps
🤖 AI Writing With Robots
Click the link to see the whole program⬇️⬇️
https://rockingham.wa.gov.au/flipbook/Library-Events-Guide-Makuru/index.html
🌧 Makuru is the coldest and wettest time of the year in the Nyoongar seasons & also characterised as the season of fertility 🌧
What a great time of year to shine the spotlight on a leading supporter of Tourism Rockingham & the local community! 🥇✨🏖
Heaney Business Group are not your average accounting firm, not only do they do a lot of behind the scenes work to help Tourism Rockingham support the local community & businesses, but their purpose is to build long-lasting relationships between their clients, staff and the local community by supporting their clients in building great local businesses!👩💼📈
If you are looking for a passionate tax, accounting & business advisory team, to give you that extra support, you can find them by following the links⬇️⬇️
Contact Details:
https://visitrockingham.com.au/local-business/heaney-business-group/
Website:
https://heaneybusinessgroup.com.au
Mother Earth Dreams is made with love ❤️
The family behind Mother Earth Dreams aims to showcase jewellery designs that honour and respect the knowledge, culture & stories of the traditional custodians, continuing culture & family connections. ♾️
With bright colours, meaningful visuals & inspired by nature, each piece tells you a bit about who created it & comes with an explanation behind the significance of the art! 🗣️🎨🌊
You can come & check out their beautiful range of earrings & necklaces at:
📍 19 Kent Street Rockingham
Looking to make an impression at your next event? ✨
Get in touch with our friends over at Impressions catering👩🍳🥗 a trusted local caterer who frequents at our very own GHCC for weddings & corporate functions 🍰🎉
Already the preferred caterer for many leading organisations in the Metro & South West region, and winning multiple awards over the years makes them the perfect people to help bring your visions to life, create memories & help you throw an event without the fuss 🙌
If you're planning an event & want an easy breezy experience with delicious catering, be sure to get in touch with their team by following the link 📲⬇️
https://impressionscatering.com.au/catering/
If you have any questions about planning an event at the GHCC get in touch with us
📧 [email protected].
📲 9592 3464
The last Open Mic arvo at Azacca Kitchen was such a hit! 🎸🍻🎶
If you're a local muso looking to get amongst the action & jump on stage at a great event with good atmosphere, make sure you get you register your interest by emailing
📧 [email protected]
If you know someone who would be keen to play their songs in front of a friendly & supportive audience, encourage them with a tag on this post ⬇️🫶😉
As the weather changes it's a great time to go for a snoop around the little corners of Rockingham & stay up to date with the local scene 🕵️♀️
Get out of the rain & into Creative Crafts on Kent Street 🎨
This is a boutique collective of more than 35 passionate local artists, creatives & makers who form this non-profit, community-minded collaboration that supports Rocko's passionate art & cultural scene. They have a program of creative workshops to keep you busy 👩🎨🌦 & are always keen to connect with other talented artists ⤵️⤵️
Get in touch with them by emailing 📧 [email protected]
Ever wanted to see Rockingham from above? Why not book a Sky Dive and save $50 with their 25th Birthday offer, valid until 11th June, or jump midweek and save $25 valid until 30th September 2024. Visit Skydive Australia webpage to make a booking - https://www.skydive.com.au/locations/perth-rockingham/ or call into the Visitor Centre.
Coastal Retreat is the spacious & luxurious abode that's a perfect base for travelling professionals 🛌🌅🌳🌲
This 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment is well suited for those who are waning to stay a little longer, featuring modern comforts including a coffee machine in the kitchen, laundry facilities and a large balcony with coastal & parkland views 🛋💼
You don't have to venture far from Coastal Retreat, as this apartment is situated above some of Rockingham's favourite cafes, restaurants, bars🍷🍺 & easily accessible public transport.
Book Now ⬇️
https://visitrockingham.com.au/accommodation/coastal-retreat/
Groovers listen up!💃🕺 We're about to get nostalgic with RETRO Inc bringing the best of the 70’s & 80’s to The Cruising Yacht Club 🎸🪩
🎵Join RETRO Inc on the dancfloor to the sound of Whitney Houston, DEVO, Tina Turner, Pat Benatar, Pointer Sisters, Bon Jovi, ACDC, Starship and many many more! 🎶
📆 Saturday 15th June
Grab your tickets from Trybooking HERE ➡️ https://www.trybooking.com/CQLKC
Members: $30 | Non Members: $35
Happy WA Day! 🎉🫶
If you're a part of the local chat groups, you can definitely see Rocko Residents never take living in our beautiful WA city for granted & always take the time to share the beauty they see everyday 📸🏖🥰
Rockingham is a pretty simple laid back kinda city but, if you know where to look, it's also full of adventure! 🪂🚣♀️🪩🍻🦘🐬🦭🌅
Peel Estate Wines Market 🍇🛍
📅 Sunday | 9th June
Head on over to enjoy the food trucks, artisanal & local stall holders, local produce, music & wine tasting against the backdrop of the beautiful Peel Estate Wines vineyard!
Calling all Rockingham Residents 👋
If you're interested in going on a Whale Watch WA winter adventure 🐋 departing right here from❗️Rockingham❗ let us know by:
🗣 Commenting & tagging friends
↪️ Sharing this post
📲 Message us with your: email, phone number & how many attendees
📧 Emailing [email protected] with your: phone number & how many attendees
This will be a special event so please register your interest so we can send you more info about the tour 💙
For more info you can check out the Whale Watch WA website
https://whalewatchwesternaustralia.com/tours/whale-watch-experience-perth/
Kinaree Thai Restaurant is serving up all your favourites 🍜🥭
Not only is the classic Pad Thai & Mango Sticky Rice on point, but this humble BYO spot is definitely providing good vibes ✨
They also have gluten free, veggo options on request 🌱
If you haven't gotten around to exploring this classic hidden gem yet, this is your sign⚠️
Located at📍9 Kent St Rockingham (down the ally next to the Rocko Art Exhibition Centre)
Check out the upcoming gigs happening at Encore🎙🍾
https://encorerockingham.com.au/upcoming-shows/month/2024-06/
This weekend they've got you covered with 🎸🎉
🪩 DJ Fox | Thursday
🪩 Millhouse | Friday
🪩 Backbeat Beatles Night | Saturday
📍 4 Kent Street Rockingham
Rockingham's environment & coastal friends are not just important for WA tourism, but have a special place in all our hearts as locals who love, and live in Rockingham 🩷🐧
To help bring awareness & people power to our unique colony of Little Penguins at Penguin Island 🏝 grab some tickets for this community fundraiser event where you'll be grooving for a good cause! 🎉🎶
This event features:
🎸7 local music acts volunteering their talents: 3 bands, a duo, and 3 solo artists.
📸 An awesome photo booth in a horse float & some fun outdoor games.
🚚 And a delicious food truck as well. B.Y.O snacks and drinks are permitted.
📅 8th June
📍 Safety Bay Yacht club (which has provided the venue free of charge)
🎫 Tickets are ❗️$20❗follow the link to purchase for a good cause!
https://events.humanitix.com/save-rockinghams-little-penguins-fundraiser-concert
See you there!
Friends of Point Peron are planting for the future & they need your help! 💪
Join them this Sat 25th May & plant native seedlings to protect our coastline 🌱
📍Meeting at 9:30am, Crnr of Point Peron Rd & Memorial Drv.
You'll be supplied gloves & a vegetarian morning tea + lunch 🥪🍎
Finishing at 1pm or earlier!
If you're looking for the perfect sundowner spot this weekend, you're looking for Latitude 32 🥂🌅
The pet friendly alfresco, extended weekend drinks menu & live music are sure to make for the perfect arvo siesta spot
🤌💋
Come along & "Play" 🎭🎬 with the Rockingham Theatre Company 🎉
📅Sat, June 1st | 11am - 4.30pm | 8 Attwood Way
🎂At 11.15am you'll be raising your glasses in celebration & cutting the cake because RTC is turning 50 & looking better than ever!
If you're a past or current member in particular RTC would love you to be there, meet new friends, reconnect with old ones, or just come and say hello 👋
Whats on ⬇️
• FREE Kids Entertainment inc Bouncy Castle & Magic Show, Including FREE Balloon Twisting with and
• Hourly Theatre Tours, see the backstage, green room, costume shed & more…
• View our displays showcasing our 50yrs of productions.
• Ventriloquism Show & Lesson
• Join in and play with our Theatre Sports/Basic Improv
• Tea, Coffee & Sausage Sizzle all day
• RTC Bar will be open to purchase both non and alcoholic drinks.
🎟 You'll also be in the chance to WIN $100 Cash or two tickets to the opening night of Mama Mia and/or a few other goodies by joining the RTC newsletter.
Azure is the perfect little apartment on Rockingham Foreshore 🏖 Not only are you overlooking the beautiful Village Green 🍂🌳🍁 but you're also central to the main cappuccino strip with restaurants, bars, entertainment & sightseeing right on your doorstep.
This 1 bedroom apartment is perfect for both explorers & travelling professionals as it has all the cozy home away from home vibes & ammenities you need to kick back & relax at the end of the day 😌
To book your stay at Azure or check out our range of holiday homes follow the link:
https://visitrockingham.com.au/accommodation/azure-apartment/
Let us do the work❗️👔
If you’re looking to hire a space for your next corporate event or function, we are happy to be your one stop shop for:
🎉Function Room Hire
🛎️ Accomodation Options
🍢 Preferred Catering Providers
Able to host 30-300 people, we can help you organise your next seminar, conference, art exhibition, expo, meeting or social event and elevate the experience with local accomodation options & delicious quality catering suppliers 🍴
🏡🥂🎩
For more info follow the links
➡️https://visitrockingham.com.au
➡️To check out the Gary Holland Centre:
https://rockingham.wa.gov.au/facilities-and-recreation/find-a-venue,-park-or-reserve/gary-holland-community-centre
Off the Beaten Track has some awesome group Hike Tours coming up! 🥾🏞
1️⃣ Darling Range Twin Peaks | 18th May
Heading over the summit of Mt Vincent you'll see stunning South West views worth stopping to admire & then on the Bibbulmun with jarrah & ghost gum forests towards Mt Cuthbert where you will be rewarded with a delicious morning tea, and awe-inspiring views of the Monadnocks Conservation Park.
2️⃣ Dwellingup Trains | 25th May
Meeting at Dwellingup Visitors centre you will embark on a train to Etmilyn Station - an old 1920s train station along the Dwellingup Forest Railway, then jumping onto the world class Bibbulmun Track long distance trail featuring jarrah, banksias, eucalyptus for your return hike to back into town to enjoy some tasty wood fired pizzas 🍕
To book your spot on the tour, follow the link
https://offthebeatentrackwa.com.au/tour-calendar/
Chandlers Kitchen are proud Tourism Rockingham members & supporters of the local Rockingham scene! 🫶 This spot is great for their Weekend "Feed Me" Menu Night 🍝🦪🥘 & people watching on the ☀️ foreshore 🕶☕
📍1/17 Rockingham Beach Rd
Follow the link & book now ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3QMaHq5
The Boardwalk is both an apartment & castle with expansive views of the beautiful, and iconic Rockingham foreshore 🏖
This aptly named accomodation is located above the vibrant boardwalk promenade & main cappuccino strip which brings a great variety of cafes, restaurants & bars to your doorstep.🍝🍻 As for site-seeing & exploring, The Boardwalk is also central to the Sunday Markets, Arts Exhibition Centre & all public transport if you're wanting to head into the city, towards Shoalwater or even just to the local shopping centre. 👩🎨🌇🐬
This self contained 3 Bedroom apartment contains 1 King size master bedroom with a spa ensuite, 1 Queen bedroom & an extra bedroom with 2 single beds along with a complete kitchen, laundry & bathroom.
To book now follow the link ⬇️
https://visitrockingham.com.au/accommodation/unit-12-the-boardwalk-apartments/
Grab your tickets from The Cruising Yacht Club reception for This Saturday's Lunch with Sabrina Hahn 🌿🍂🌼🍁
Sabrina is a master gardener, horticultural professional, award-winning radio presenter, podcaster and writer 🎙🥇 She has passion for the creation of sustainable landscapes that make cities more liveable & her aim is to educate listeners in the importance of creating biodiversity in their own backyards 👩🌾🏡
Plus did we mention you get lunch, dessert & bubbles on arrival 🥂
📍The Cruising Yacht Club
📅 18th May 24
19 Kent Street
Rockingham, WA
6168
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New shop drop 🥳👏🏼 A Big Sitch Up🪡 has come to the Visitors Centre‼️ We have Hoodies, T’s, Hats & Stubby Holders featuring their legendary local designs of Point Peron & Safety Bay 🏖️ #shoplocal #supportyourlocal #hoodieseason #windsurf #seewa #wadreamstate #rockingham #thisiswa
#PerthIrish #Catalpa #perthtodo #perthdaytrip #Rockinghamforeshore #TourismRockingham #VisitRockingham
Popped into the 📍Western Australia, Boola Bardip Museum to see the permanent Catalpa commemorative exhibit. 📰 One of the most dramatic events in Australia’s colonial maritime history, make sure you come down over the Easter weekend to learn about the great Catalpa Rescue! 🍀🗽🛟
How cute are these Aussie Adventure Passports 🥹 With stamps to collect all over Australia they are sure to be a winner with all young adventurers! Available now at📍19 Kent St Rockingham
This Sunday the 25th 🌱 Gluten free & vegan options available. Get tickets from peelmanorhouse.com.au 🔮
Hi guys 👋🏼 It’s going to be a bit of a scorcher ☀️tomorrow so Penguin Island will be ❗️closed❗️ So stay cool 😎 If you’re planning to go to Penguin & Seal island 🏝️ you can always book ahead & what a good reason to post this awesome video taken by 📸 johno.87 on IG that we are absolutely in love with 😍 😍 What better way to go, than to get up close and personal on a kayak tour. If you want any more info you can contact us on 📲 9592 3464 📧 [email protected] Or drop in at 19 Kent street Rockingham
We love having exhibitions 🥰
You don't want to miss Ostro Eatery's new menu launch — There'll be free mini cocktail samples and a 10% discount if you're popping in to try their new menu!
If you’re visiting the Rockingham Visitor Centre be sure to check out the gorgeous artworks from @djindakaaldreaming 🦎 We have beautiful prints, mousepads and cards in stock — All original designs by talented Noongar Artist, Fiona Reidy. Find all these pieces and more at 19 Kent Street, Rockingham! #visitrockingham #tourismrockingham
Happy Valentine's Day 💖 We hope you're getting spoilt by your loved one! There's plenty on offer when you discover romance in Rockingham✨ Thank you Jody Polson for the wonderful video — @jody_the_polso (IG) #VisitRockingham #TourismRockingham
When it comes to accommodation in Rockingham, look no further than Parkview Retreat! Think spotless and spacious rooms complete with new furnishings and appliances, TV, WiFi, air conditioning and secure parking. Thanks to its central location, this cosy holiday home is an ideal base for all your adventures in the Rockingham region. Discover your perfect accommodation — From holiday homes and hotels to B&Bs and caravan parks, there’s an array of places to stay across Rockingham🍃Reach out to the Rockingham Visitor Centre team for short or long stay options at [email protected] 🏠 More info here: https://visitrockingham.com.au/accommodation/parkview-retreat/ #VisitRockingham #TourismRockingham
New artwork alert 🎨🤩 Featuring an array of watercolours, these pieces are inspired by nature and the beautiful Rockingham region, all created by local artists — Pop in and see the vibrant collection on display now! All artwork available to purchase.
We think you need a holiday! 🌅 I mean who wouldn’t love a free weekend getaway valued at more than $500? It’s easy! To go in the draw to win, just complete our short survey on your visit to Rockingham. To complete the online survey, click here: http://surveys.thehub.net.au/form/tourism-rockingham-feedback-survey The weekend getaway prize includes: 🏠 2 nights at the elegant four star Anchorage Guest House – value $300 🍽️ 1 x $100 meal voucher 🌊 1 x paddle board voucher for two people with WASUP – $100 This competition is in no way endorsed or supported by Facebook or Instagram. T&Cs apply: — to participate you need to have visited Rockingham, Western Australia (not a resident living in Rockingham). — to go in the draw, complete the survey once. — winner will be randomly drawn and announced via Tourism Rockingham Facebook and Instagram on Monday 9 May. Full T&Cs are at the end of the survey. Thanks for participating – we look forward to hearing your thoughts, and good luck! #Rockingham #TourismRockingham
A glimpse of the wonderful art displayed at the Gary Holland Centre 🎨 It's the last weekend to visit the Rockingham Regional Arts Exhibition — open from 10am to 4pm.
It’s been so wonderful seeing so many of you getting involved in our Scavenger Hunt so far! Thank you for coming down to the Rockingham Visitor Centre and supporting us 🤩 We hope you’ve learnt some new things about Rockingham and had some fun along the way🕵️♀️ Haven’t had a chance to try our Scavenger Hunt? Don’t fret, there’s still time join in on the fun this summer☀️ We’ve got limited prize packs remaining so be sure to pop in between 9am-2pm at 19 Kent St for a day the whole family can enjoy 🙌 #rediscoverrockingham #wanderoutyonder #thisiswa #seeperth
We're now stocking beautiful coasters, placemats, greeting cards, storage boxes and mousepads at the Rockingham Visitor Centre🤩 The original designs from Djinda Kaal Dreaming by talented Noongar Artist, Fiona Reidy are centred on story telling — sharing stories about her people in the hunter and gatherer days. Fiona's artwork conveys cultural stories portrayed through symbols/icons in her art with the use of different techniques and rhythmic colour combinations 🎨 Visit us at 19 Kent Street to see the amazing collection of merchandise available!
Summer adventures in Rockingham have well and truly begun! Thanks for sharing with us @adventures_of_kimidusti (IG) 🤸 Who’s excited?! #rediscoverrockingham #wanderoutyonder #seeperth #thisiswa
We are very excited about our new range of merchandise! Pop into the Rockingham Visitor Centre to check out some of the locally made products, wonderful souvenirs, handcrafted cards, unique woodwork and a range of books from local authors, all available to purchase🙌 Get in early and grab yourself some great Xmas presents👍
