Mader Port to Pub with Hotel Rottnest

A little behind the scenes!

We’ve been busy planning and caught up with Mel from KC Australia - Uniform & Branding Solutions to start bringing our 2027 merchandise range to life.

Of course that includes our legendary cap! 🧢 Any guesses what colour we’re going with this year? 👇

We can’t wait to share more of our 2027 merchandise range along with this year’s event artist over the coming weeks.

With just 5 weeks until registrations open, things are starting to get exciting! 💙

6 weeks to go until registrations open! 🌊

How are you planning on crossing in the 2027 Mader Port to Pub with Hotel Rottnest?

🏊 Solo
🏊 25km Ultra Marathon
🏊 Duo
🏊 Team of 3
🏊 Team of 4
🏊 Team of 6

However you’re planning to cross, now’s the time to start having a think about your 2027 challenge.

Registrations open Tuesday, 6 October 💙
Tell us what you’re planning 👇

As registrations get closer, we get asked lots of questions so we’ve pulled together a few of the ones we hear most often! 🌊

Got another question? Drop it in the comments or send us a DM - we’re always happy to help!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, 6 October
Registrations open 7 weeks today! 💙

Save the date! The Mader Port to Pub with Hotel Rottnest returns on Saturday, 20 March 2027!

Whether you're returning for another crossing or thinking about taking on the challenge for the first time, now's the time to mark your calendar.

Registrations open Tuesday, 6 October! Lock it in.

What an incredible few weeks for our Port to Pub community! 👏🌊

A huge congratulations to these swimmers on their recent international marathon swim achievements:
🏅 Troy Shelvin – English Channel | 13:08
🏅 Scott Corcoran – English Channel | 12:11
🏅 Jake Anderson – English Channel | 14:25
🏅 Andrew Page – Catalina Channel | 12:13, also completing the World Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming 👑
🏅 Josie Page – English Channel | 9:53
🏅 Natasha Bamber – English Channel | 12:25
🏅 Julie Covich – NYOW 20 Bridges- World triple Crown of Open Water Swimming 👑👑👑 | 8:52
🏅 Maddy Snell – English Channel | 10:26
🏅 Christine Murray – English Channel | 10:03

These swims are a true testament to months (and years!) of dedication, resilience and determination.

We couldn't be prouder to see so many familiar faces achieving incredible milestones on the world stage.

Congratulations to each and every one of you! 💙🌊

One of our favourite pieces from the 2026 Mader Port to Pub with Hotel Rottnest merchandise range! 💙

Limited stock of our 2026 Port to Pub towel, featuring original artwork by Reif Myers Artist, is still available for $40 + shipping through KC Australia - Uniform & Branding Solutions.

To purchase, click the link in our bio and head to SHOP.

Additional 2026 Port to Pub merchandise is also available through KC Australia - Uniform & Branding Solutions while stocks last.

Wishing all competitors the best of luck for Swim Around Keppel 2026 this weekend! 🌊

This is the 8th year of the event with the main 20km island swim taking place tomorrow.

Good luck to everyone taking part!

Time to queue for 2027 Port to Pub weekend accommodation! 🏝️

The 2027 Mader Port to Pub with Hotel Rottnest takes place on Saturday, 20 March. 🏊‍♀️

Rottnest Island, Western Australia Stay Rottnest bookings for March 2027 go live at 8:30am. Book here:

💻 stayrottnest.com
📞 1800 111 111
🔗 rottnestisland.com/stay

Heads-up for anyone planning to stay on the island for Port to Pub 2027 — Wadjemup / Rottnest Island accommodation bookings open in two weeks!

At 8:30am on Wednesday 1st July, the next Open Day goes live through the Rottnest Island, Western Australia Stay Rottnest booking system, giving you access to March 2027 dates. It goes fast. Book online at stayrottnest.com or call 1800 111 111.

May the odds be ever in your favour. 🤞