Eddington County carries the name of a pastoral run. Queensland’s Governor in Council named and bounded it on 8 March 1901 under the Land Act 1897, one of the state’s 322 cadastral counties. Its gazetted point, 20°39′S 141°33′E, falls within McKinlay Shire’s area.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 20°39′S 141°33′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | McKinlay Shire Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 980 |
Name Origin
The name comes from a pastoral run that George MacGillivray, a pastoralist, gave in 1864.
FAQ
Where is Eddington County?
Its gazetted point sits at 20°39′S 141°33′E, within McKinlay Shire’s area.
Which council covers Eddington County’s gazetted centre?
McKinlay Shire Council administers the area at the county’s gazetted reference point.
Why is it called Eddington County?
For a pastoral run named by pastoralist George MacGillivray in 1864.
Is Eddington County still used today?
Only in land titles and property descriptions; it has no government function.
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