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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
“Moorabool,”
“Moorabool,” (Melbourne Trust Company, Limited, proprietors, Melbourne), Dipton. The “Moorabool” property consists of 4,930 acres of freehold on the west bank of the Oreti river, adjoining the township of Dip-ton, and extending back to the hills. The original area of the estate has been considerably reduced, owing to part of the land having been disposed of for closer settlement. About 3,200 sheep are shorn annually.