Richmond Shire administers the ground around Albion County’s gazetted point, 21°24′S 142°46′E in western Queensland. Albion is a cadastral county, one of 322 land-title divisions proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 rather than a town or a council in its own right. It was gazetted on 8 March 1901.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 21°24′S 142°46′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Richmond Shire |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 978 |
FAQ
Where is Albion County?
Its gazetted reference point sits at 21°24′S 142°46′E.
Which council covers the centre of Albion County?
Richmond Shire.
When was Albion County proclaimed?
8 March 1901.
Does Albion County still operate as a division?
No. It has no council or administrative role now; it remains on record in land titles and subdivides into parishes, as every Queensland county does.
How many counties does Queensland have in total?
322, Albion among them, all proclaimed under the Land Act 1897.
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