Boundaries were created on 31 October 1996 for the "long established name" which is reported as being derived from the sub-division rather the above-mentioned river. The locality's boundaries include the former Green Point Shack Area.
On October 31, 1996, boundaries were established for a "well-established name" that is derived from the sub-division and not the specified river. This area includes the previous Green Point Shack Area.