Canning County is a cadastral division of Queensland, proclaimed under the Land Act 1897. Its gazetted point, 26°56′S 152°46′E, lies within Moreton Bay City Council’s area, fixed by the Governor in Council on 8 March 1901.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 26°56′S 152°46′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Moreton Bay City Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 967 |
Name Origin
The county is named after Sir George Canning (1770–1827), British Foreign Secretary in 1807–09 and 1822–27, and briefly Prime Minister in 1827.
Parishes in Canning County
- Beerwah
- Bowman
- Bribie
- Canning
- Cressbrook
- Durundur
- Kilcoy
- Maroochy
- Monsildale
- Mooloolah
- Neara
- Toorbul
- Wararba
- Woorim
FAQ
Where is Canning County?
Its gazetted point is 26°56′S 152°46′E, within the Moreton Bay City Council area.
How many parishes make up Canning County?
Fourteen: Beerwah, Bowman, Bribie, Canning, Cressbrook, Durundur, Kilcoy, Maroochy, Monsildale, Mooloolah, Neara, Toorbul, Wararba and Woorim.
Who is the county named after?
Sir George Canning, a British Foreign Secretary and briefly Prime Minister.
Is Canning County still used?
It survives in land titles and property descriptions, with no council or government role today.