Fielding is a cadastral county in Queensland’s Gulf country, one of the state’s historic land-title divisions rather than a place with a council of its own. Its gazetted centre lies at 19°05′S 141°56′E, within the Carpentaria Shire Council area.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 19°05′S 141°56′E |
| Council area at gazetted centre | Carpentaria Shire |
| Gazetted | 8 March 1901 |
| Type | Cadastral county (land-title division) |
History
Fielding County was named and bounded by the Governor in Council on 7 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897, and gazetted on 8 March 1901. It was proclaimed alongside dozens of other Queensland counties as the colony completed its cadastral survey; no separate record of the name’s origin has been found.
FAQ
Where is Fielding County?
Its gazetted centre sits at 19°05′S 141°56′E, in the Carpentaria Shire council area.
Is Fielding County a local government area?
No. It is a cadastral land division; Carpentaria Shire is the actual council governing the district.
Is Fielding County still used?
Only as a reference in land titles and property descriptions.