After extensive community consultation the Western Australian Government announced in November 2024 that a proposed marine park for the the south coast of Western Australia would go ahead.

Part of the Mamang Maambakoort Marine Park is located in the Shire of Ravensthorpe.

The park contains a diverse range of marine habitats and communities from Point Hood in the west to Mason Bay in the east.

Read more about the Mamang Maambakoort Marine Park here.

Marine Management Plan

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservations and Attractions has released a Marine Management Plan.