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The $40 million resort redevelopment on Rottnest Island was completed last month, while the construction of its staff accommodation is due to commence.

The $40 million Lodge Wadjemup redevelopment on Rottnest Island is expected to start opening in stages by December, with the project to be fully finished by next year.

The head of a WA wine icon plans to invest in more accommodation options and work with other hospitality operators.

The new leaseholders of Rottnest Lodge have detailed their final redevelopment plan, with an increase in the number of rooms but construction costs held to around $40 million.

Dunsborough faces a challenge navigating growth while maintaining its coastal town charm.

Place Development Australia, GPA and Sirona Capital have been selected as the preferred proponents to redevelop the Rottnest Island Lodge site.

A proposal to develop a microbrewery and holiday accommodation on the corner of Dunn Bay Road and Cape Naturalise Road has been approved.

Obtaining a small bar liquor licence has become increasingly complicated and prompted some players to abandon plans to open new venues.