Queensland proclaimed Douglas County on 8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897 — one of 322 cadastral divisions across the state, used for land titles rather than local government. Its gazetted point, 20°51′S 144°12′E, lies within the Shire of Flinders.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 20°51′S 144°12′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Flinders Shire Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 978 |
FAQ
Where is Douglas County?
Its gazetted point sits at 20°51′S 144°12′E, in the Shire of Flinders.
Which council covers Douglas County’s gazetted centre?
Flinders Shire Council. The county carries no council or government function itself.
When was Douglas County proclaimed?
The Governor in Council bounded it on 8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897.
Is Douglas County still used today?
Only in land titles and property descriptions, as with Queensland’s other 321 cadastral counties.
What is a cadastral county in Queensland?
It is one of 322 historic land divisions the state proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 for surveying and describing Crown land. Counties subdivide into parishes and carry no council or government function today.