Ferguson is a cadastral county in Queensland’s central interior, one of the colony’s historic land-title divisions with no governing function of its own. Its gazetted centre sits at 24°28′S 150°08′E, in the area administered by Banana Shire Council.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 24°28′S 150°08′E |
| Council area at gazetted centre | Banana Shire |
| Gazetted | 8 March 1901 |
| Type | Cadastral county (land-title division) |
Parishes in Ferguson County
- Banana
- Barfield
- Benleith
- Capayan
- Cottenham
- Fairview
- Granville
- Moura
- Neimen
- Olinda
- Woolein
History
The Governor in Council named and bounded Ferguson County on 7 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897, gazetted the following day. No separate naming record survives beyond the proclamation itself.
FAQ
Where is Ferguson County?
Its gazetted centre is at 24°28′S 150°08′E, within the Banana Shire council area.
How many parishes make up Ferguson County?
Eleven: Banana, Barfield, Benleith, Capayan, Cottenham, Fairview, Granville, Moura, Neimen, Olinda and Woolein.
Is Ferguson County still used?
Only as a land-title reference; Banana Shire Council governs the area today.
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