Carpentaria County is a cadastral division of Queensland, proclaimed under the Land Act 1897. The Governor in Council named and bounded it on 8 March 1901, fixing its gazetted point at 18°07′S 140°17′E, within the Shire of Carpentaria.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 18°07′S 140°17′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | the Shire of Carpentaria |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 978 |
Name Origin
The name derives from the Gulf of Carpentaria, a Dutch name that had appeared on charts by 1700.
FAQ
Where is Carpentaria County?
Its gazetted point is 18°07′S 140°17′E, within the Shire of Carpentaria.
Where does the name Carpentaria come from?
From the Gulf of Carpentaria, a Dutch name on charts as early as 1700.
When was Carpentaria County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897.
Is Carpentaria County still used?
Only in land titles and property descriptions — it has no government function today.
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