Denison County is a cadastral county in Queensland, one of 322 land divisions proclaimed under the Land Act 1897. Its gazetted centre, 24°07′S 148°05′E, lies within Central Highlands Regional Council; the Governor in Council fixed the county’s boundaries on 7 March 1901.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 24°07′S 148°05′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Central Highlands Regional Council |
| Proclaimed | 7 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette | p. 973 (8 March 1901) |
Name Origin
The county is probably named after Sir William Thomas Denison, Governor of New South Wales, 1856–61.
FAQ
Where is Denison County?
Its gazetted point is 24°07′S 148°05′E, within Central Highlands Regional Council.
Which council covers Denison County’s gazetted centre?
Central Highlands Regional Council administers the land at the county’s gazetted point.
Where does the name Denison come from?
It probably honours Sir William Thomas Denison, who governed New South Wales, 1856–61.
Is Denison County still used?
It has no government function today but remains a reference in land titles and property descriptions.
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