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Who were 'squatters' and 'selectors' in Australian history?

After the British colonists arrived in Australia in 1788, they gradually increased their control over large sections of land as their colonies expanded. Every time more land was taken from the First Nations people who had traditionally lived on it, a new disagreement arose among the British about who should have the opportunity to own the newly taken land...

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Who were 'squatters' and 'selectors' in Australian history?
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    Who were 'squatters' and 'selectors' in Australian history?

    Who were 'squatters' and 'selectors' in Australian history?

    After the British colonists arrived in Australia in 1788, they gradually increased their control over large sections of land as their colonies …

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