Copperfield County belongs to the set of 322 cadastral counties the Queensland government proclaimed under the Land Act 1897. Its gazetted centre lies at 18°43′S 144°19′E, within the Shire of Etheridge, and the Governor in Council fixed its boundaries on 7 March 1901.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 18°43′S 144°19′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Shire of Etheridge |
| Proclaimed | 7 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette | p. 978 (8 March 1901) |
Name Origin
The name probably comes from the Copperfield River, which the explorer John McKinlay probably named around June 1862 after the Dickens character David Copperfield.
FAQ
Where is Copperfield County?
Its gazetted point sits at 18°43′S 144°19′E, in the Shire of Etheridge.
Which council covers Copperfield County’s gazetted centre?
The Shire of Etheridge administers the land at the county’s gazetted point.
Where does the name Copperfield come from?
It probably comes from the Copperfield River, itself probably named by explorer John McKinlay after the Dickens character David Copperfield.
Is Copperfield County still used?
It has no government function today but remains a reference in land titles and property descriptions.