Booubyjan, Queensland

Booubyjan is a rural locality in the Gympie Region, Queensland, Australia. In the, Booubyjan had a population of 98 people.

Geography
Booubyjan is approximately 250 km NW of Brisbane.

History
It was founded in the early 19th century by the Lawless brothers, Clement and Paul.

The town's name is believed to be an Aboriginal word, probably from the Waka language group, indicating turn back, which was originally used as the name for a pastoral run.

Land in Booubyjan was open for selection on 17 April 1877; 63 mi2 were available.

Booubyjan State School opened on 15 October 1934. It closed on 11 December 1987.

Demographics
In the, Booubyjan had a population of 109 people.

In the, Booubyjan had a population of 98 people.

Heritage listings
Booubyjan has a number of heritage-listed sites, including:
 * Booubyjan Rd: Booubyjan Homestead