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Land Selection Terms for Darling Downs Immigration
A Queensland article outlines agricultural selections for new settlers. Up to 1280 acres per person, price from 10s per acre, 20 year term with rent a fiftieth of price. Must reside on land or via manager, five year improvement requirement, fence or substantial works, then lease to may mortgage or subdivide. After five years, deed of grant upon payment. after ten years, complete purchase. Proclamation governs opening, with priority for homestead openings via 3d per acre.
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