Current Conditions

Information Updated 01/09/2010

Road Condition

The road from Laverton to the Tjukayirla Roadhouse is currently is closed with 37mm of rain . with some slightly rough and corrugated sections. The section of road east of the roadhouse to Warburton has 3 graders working on it .the road will be in good con with in 6 days . Docker River to the Olga's is reportedly comming good with the grader on the road


Weather Information

Currently approx 16 degrees, with rain and cold during the day, falling to 0 to -2 degrees


Fuel Price

Price Guarantee - Tjukayirla Roadhouse will always have the lowest cost fuel of any supplier between Lavation and Yulara

Our current fuel prices are as follows:
- Diesel -   $1.90 per litre
- Opal* -   $1.80 per litre

* Opal is replacement for unleaded petrol. Read more about Opal fuel by clicking here


The Tjukayirla Roadhouse - [Click for a Larger Image]
The Royal Flying Doctor lands at Tjukayirla Roadhouse

Welcome to Tjukayirla Roadhouse

The Tjukayirla Roadhouse - [Click for a Larger Image]
The Tjukayirla Roadhouse

The Tjukayirla Roadhouse is located deep within the Great Victoria Desert on the Great Central Road. We are extremely pleased to offer travellers to this unique part of Australia a wide range of products and services.


The roadhouse is managed by Andrew and Sussan Bignell - "We have worked tirelessly to provide a clean, welcoming environment with modern facilities and  a friendly smile and we look forward to welcoming you to the Tjukayirla Roadhouse soon."

Our Facilities

The Roadhouse is pleased to offer the following services:


  • Diesel and Opal* fuel
    (* Opal is replacement for unleaded petrol. Read more about Opal fuel by clicking here)
  • An excellent selection of good quality food served in generous proportions. We cater for breakfast, lunch, quick snacks and evening meals (by arrangement).
  • A range of accommodation options to suit everyone from the budget back-packer to the discerning.  Click here to learn more about our accommodation options.

The Tjukayirla Roadhouse - [Click for a Larger Image]
The Roadhouse Hamburger

  • A well stocked store offering basic food and personal items.
  • A tyre repair service (new tyres also available with a good range held in stock).
  • 24 hour power.
  • An after-hours fuel and store opening service.
  • A basic mechanical and welding service.
  • RFDS airstrip.
  • The ability to cater for large groups and bus tours


Trading Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 17:00 (WST)
Saturday and Sunday. 9:00 to 17:00 (WST)
Closed Xmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday

Notes -  Accommodation is available outside these hours.

An after hours fuel service is available (additional fees may apply)