Elphinstone is a cadastral county in North Queensland, one of the colony’s historic land-title divisions rather than a unit of government. Its gazetted centre sits at 19°36′S 146°50′E, an area administered today by Townsville City Council.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 19°36′S 146°50′E |
| Council area at gazetted centre | Townsville City |
| Named after | George Elphinstone Dalrymple (1826–1876), explorer and politician |
| Type | Cadastral county (land-title division) |
Parishes in Elphinstone County
- Abbotsford
- Beor
- Bohle
- Cardington
- Coonambelah
- Crimea
- Cunningham
- Ettrick
- Glenrock
- Granite
- Halifax
- Hervey
- Lansdowne
- Magenta
- Magnetic
- Rokeby
- Ross
- Scott
- Stuart
- Woodstock
- Wyoming
History
George Elphinstone Dalrymple led exploration parties toward Port Denison in 1859 and 1860 before a longer career as a public servant and politician, and the county carries his name. The Governor in Council named and bounded Elphinstone on 7 March 1901 under the Land Act 1897.
FAQ
Where is Elphinstone County?
Its gazetted centre is at 19°36′S 146°50′E, in the area covered by Townsville City Council.
How many parishes make up Elphinstone County?
Twenty-one, running from Abbotsford to Wyoming.
Is Elphinstone County still in use?
It survives as a land-title reference only; Townsville City Council delivers local government services in the area today.