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Booubyjan
Queensland
Booubyjan Homestead - side of cottage (1996).jpg
Cottage at Booubyjan Homestead, 1996
Booubyjan is located in Queensland
Booubyjan
Booubyjan
Location in Queensland
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
Suburbs around Booubyjan:
Penwhaupell
Ban Ban
Blairmore Stockhaven
Boompa
Aranbanga
Wahoon
Booubyjan Malarga
Windera
Kitoba
Cobbs Hill Tansey

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.

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.

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