programe, 1888

Historical information

Local land boards were community based "tribunals" consisting of a chairman appointed by the the state government and two(?) local members who were there or their knowledge of local land management practices. These boards were establishe in the mid-late 19th century and generally dealt with disputes about fencing, water rights, general land enquiries and the opening or closing of local roads.

Significance

This document is a record of local land issues in the late 19th century.

Physical description

A sheet of paper, held together with sticky tape, stating the names of cases to be read by court regarding land.

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