Booubyjan, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids BooubyjanQueensland |
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Cottage at Booubyjan Homestead, 1996
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 Booubyjan
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 98 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 0.1954/km2 (0.506/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4601 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 501.5 km2 (193.6 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Gympie Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Nanango | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Wide Bay | ||||||||||||||
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Booubyjan is a small, quiet place in the countryside of Queensland, Australia. It's part of the Gympie Region. In 2021, only 98 people lived there, making it a very small community.
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Where is Booubyjan?
Booubyjan is located about 250 kilometers (155 miles) northwest of Brisbane. Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland.
A Look at Booubyjan's History
Booubyjan was started a long time ago, in the early 1800s. Two brothers, Clement and Paul Lawless, were among the first to settle here.
What Does the Name "Booubyjan" Mean?
The name Booubyjan is thought to come from an Aboriginal word. It likely comes from the Waka language group. The word probably means turn back. This name was first used for a large area of land where animals grazed.
Early Land Settlement
In 1877, new land in Booubyjan became available for people to choose and settle on. About 63 square miles of land were opened up for selection.
Booubyjan School
Booubyjan used to have its own school. Booubyjan State School opened its doors on October 15, 1934. However, it closed down many years later, on December 11, 1987.
How Many People Live Here?
Booubyjan is a very small community.
- In 2016, there were 109 people living in Booubyjan.
- By 2021, the population had slightly decreased to 98 people.
Important Historic Sites
Booubyjan has some places that are important because of their history. These are called heritage-listed sites.
- One important site is the Booubyjan Homestead, located on Booubyjan Road.
See also
In Spanish: Booubyjan, Queensland para niños
