Queensland proclaimed Aberdeen County on 8 March 1901, one of 322 cadastral counties created under the Land Act 1897 to subdivide the colony for land titles. It has no council or government function of its own. The county’s gazetted reference point falls within Western Downs Regional Council.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 25°57′S 149°19′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Western Downs Regional Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 970 |
FAQ
Where is Aberdeen County?
Its gazetted point sits at 25°57′S 149°19′E.
Which council covers Aberdeen County’s centre?
Western Downs Regional Council.
When was Aberdeen County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897.
Does Aberdeen County still function as a division?
Not as a governing body. Like Queensland’s other counties, it survives only in land titles, subdivided into parishes.
How many counties does Queensland have?
322, all proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 for the same land-title purpose as Aberdeen.
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