Elgin County is one of 322 cadastral counties proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 across Queensland, bounded by the Governor in Council on 8 March 1901. Its gazetted reference point, 27°09′S 149°04′E, sits within Maranoa Regional Council’s area.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 27°09′S 149°04′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Maranoa Regional Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 968 |
FAQ
Where is Elgin County?
Its gazetted reference point sits at 27°09′S 149°04′E, within Maranoa Regional Council’s area.
Which council covers Elgin County’s gazetted centre?
Maranoa Regional Council. The county itself has no council or government function.
When was Elgin County proclaimed?
The Governor in Council named and bounded it on 8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897.
Is Elgin County still used today?
Yes, in land titles and property descriptions, though it carries out no government function.
What is a cadastral county in Queensland?
It is one of 322 historic land divisions proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 for surveying and describing Crown land. Counties subdivide into parishes and carry no council or government role today.