· On behalf of the Cast of Thousands, Recfishwest welcomes Fisheries Minister Don Punch’s announcement to improve marron habitat at Harvey, Logue Brook and Wellington dams if his party is re … "Improving marron habitats in the Harvey, Logue Brook and Wellington dams will provide new environments for marron breeding, supporting our recreational fishers and the sustainability of this … I applaud Fisheries Minister Don Punch’s recent pledge that a re-elected Labor Government would invest $3 million into improving habitats for smooth marron with a view to boosting numbers for recreational … Minister Don Punch to improve marron habitat at Harvey, Logue Brook and Wellington dams if his party is re-elected. Improving marron habitats will give increased productivity and provide juvenile and … We're extremely lucky in the South West, with Western Australia’s iconic marron only found in freshwater in this beautiful part of the world 🦞 With the 2025 marron season kicking off today ... Western Australia’s iconic freshwater crayfish, locally known as marron, will soon get a habitat upgrade in the states south west. Fauna surveys will be undertaken to search for populations of hairy marron in locations surrounding the existing known habitat and protection measures implemented to reduce smooth marron interbreeding. · DPIRD scientist Claire Smallwood said marron are only found in the south-west of WA, making marron fishing an iconic and unique activity to Western Australia. With a multifaceted approach, the chapter actively works on initiatives such as marron habitat restoration, where efforts are focused on nurturing and protecting vital habitats for this iconic freshwater crustacean.