Beaconsfield County is a cadastral county in northwest Queensland, one of 322 land-title divisions proclaimed under the Land Act 1897. Its gazetted centre, 20°42′S 140°30′E, falls within Cloncurry Shire. The county was proclaimed on 8 March 1901.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 20°42′S 140°30′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Cloncurry Shire |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 980 |
FAQ
Where is Beaconsfield County?
Its gazetted point sits at 20°42′S 140°30′E.
Which council covers Beaconsfield County’s centre?
Cloncurry Shire.
When was Beaconsfield County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897.
Is Beaconsfield County still used?
It carries no council function today. Like every Queensland county, it survives in land titles, subdivided into parishes.
How many counties does Queensland have?
322, all proclaimed under the same 1897 land-title legislation as Beaconsfield.
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