Hamilton Spectator in Hamilton, Victoria

Land Act Annual Report Highlights Victorian Land Policy Shifts

The West ern Agriculturmiat summarizes total land alienated in 1881 at 15 675 acres within a million acre base. Non residence applications total 42 for 6 122 acres. Extended license terms affected 2 051 licenses over 437 252 acres with arrears of £58 854. Leases, 4 528 holders, 1 034 082 acres, £142 210 carried forward. Pastoral runs forfeited 54 total near two million acres. Crown grants 6 375, leases 4 431. land revenue £854 007 with various fees and penalties.