Claude County, one of Queensland’s 322 cadastral counties, was named and bounded on 8 March 1901 under the Land Act 1897. Its gazetted point, 24°32′S 147°05′E, falls within Central Highlands Regional Council.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 24°32′S 147°05′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Central Highlands Regional Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 (Land Act 1897) |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 973 |
Name Origin
The name comes from the Claude River, named by surveyor-general Sir Thomas Livingstone Mitchell on 14 July 1846.
FAQ
Where is Claude County?
Its gazetted point is 24°32′S 147°05′E, within Central Highlands Regional Council.
Which council area covers its centre?
Central Highlands Regional Council.
Where does the name Claude come from?
The Claude River, named by surveyor-general Sir Thomas Livingstone Mitchell on 14 July 1846.
Is Claude County still used?
Only for land titles; it has no government role today.
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