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The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 71

Homestead System

Homestead System.

Settler does not pay for land, only the cost of survey.

After 5 years' residence, the erection of a house, and the cultivation of one-third of the selection if open land, or one-fifth if bush land, the Crown grant is issued.

Selectors over 18 years of age can acquire go to 75 acres.

Selectors under 18 years of age can acquire 20 to 30 acres.

No family or household may have more than 200 acres first class land or 300 acres second class land.