Winton Shire covers the ground at Ayrshire County’s gazetted centre, 22°23′S 143°02′E in western Queensland. Ayrshire is a cadastral county among 322 statewide, proclaimed for land-title purposes under the Land Act 1897 rather than as a place with a council. It was gazetted 8 March 1901.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 22°23′S 143°02′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Winton Shire |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 974 |
Name Origin
The name probably comes from Ayrshire Downs, a pastoral run held by Sir Thomas McIlwraith (1835–1900).
FAQ
Where is Ayrshire County?
At 22°23′S 143°02′E.
Which council covers Ayrshire County’s centre?
Winton Shire.
When was it proclaimed?
8 March 1901.
Is Ayrshire County still used?
It has no government role today, only a place in land titles, subdivided into parishes like every Queensland county.
How many counties does Queensland have?
322 in total, all proclaimed under the same 1897 land-title legislation.
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