Derby is one of Queensland’s 322 cadastral counties, land-title divisions proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 rather than places with a government of their own. The Governor in Council named and bounded it on 7 March 1901. Its gazetted reference point, 27°19′S 150°52′E, falls within the area Western Downs Regional Council administers.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 27°19′S 150°52′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Western Downs Regional Council |
| Proclaimed | 7 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 968 |
Parishes in Derby County
- Bingeyrang
- Boondandilla
- Braemar
- Brigalow
- Bulli
- Cecil Plains
- Daandine
- Domville
- Dunmore
- Durabilla
- Ewer
- Greenbank
- Halliford
- Hill
- Hunter
- Kogan
- Malara
- Marmadua
- Miles
- Montrose
- Mundagai
- Myra
- Perth
- Stretchworth
- Vickery
- Vignoles
- Waar Waar
- Waggaba
- Weale
- Weranga
- Western Creek
- Wilkie
- Yandilla
FAQ
Where is Derby County?
Its gazetted reference point sits at 27°19′S 150°52′E, within the area covered by Western Downs Regional Council.
Which council covers Derby County’s gazetted centre?
Western Downs Regional Council. The county itself has no council or government function of its own.
When was Derby County proclaimed?
The Governor in Council named and bounded it on 7 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897.
Is Derby County still used today?
Yes, in land titles and property descriptions. Like Queensland’s other 321 cadastral counties, it has no council or government role.