The City of Rockingham
45kms South-West of the Perth CBD
Population 154,979 (2026 EST)
The City of Rockingham is a contemporary and vibrant regional destination, renowned for its thriving City Centre and Waterfront Village, natural beauty and world class beaches. It is located in the outer southern suburbs of Perth, Western Australia, about 45 kilometers south-west of the Perth CBD.
The municipality covers about 260 kilometers and includes the suburbs of Baldivis, Cooloongup, East Rockingham, Garden Island, Golden Bay, Hillman, Karnup, Peron, Port Kennedy, Rockingham, Safety Bay, Secret Harbour, Shoalwater, Singleton, Waikiki and Warnbro.
Originally constituted as a Road Board on 21 May 1897, Rockingham became the Shire of Rockingham on 1 July 1961, and finally achieved City status on 12 November 1988.
As a comparison, the City is now designated as one of Perth's Strategic Metropolitan Centres and has a population of around 136,000 and an operating revenue of more than $156 million. Rockingham and surrounds is becoming an increasingly popular place to live and work, where residents place a high value on the relaxed coastal lifestyle that Rockingham offers.
The region is a popular weekend destination for visitors and locals alike, offering a range of activities and attractions such as windsurfing, Penguin and Shoalwater Islands, WA Water Ski Park, West Oz Wildlife Park, wineries, dolphin tours, fine dining and nationally recognized beaches.
For more information call 9528 0333 or visit our website at www.rockingham.wa.gov.au
Mayor Lorna Buchan
