Gregory County is a cadastral county in Queensland, gazetted on 7 March 1901 by the Governor in Council under the Land Act 1897. It is one of 322 such counties proclaimed statewide. The gazetted reference point, 18°55′S 138°57′E, sits within the area covered by Mount Isa City Council.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 18°55′S 138°57′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Mount Isa City Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 979 |
Name Origin
The county is presumably named after Sir Augustus Charles Gregory (1819–1905), explorer and Queensland’s first Surveyor-General.
FAQ
Where is Gregory County?
Its gazetted point is at 18°55′S 138°57′E.
Which council area covers its gazetted centre?
Mount Isa City Council.
When was Gregory County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, page 979 of the Queensland Government Gazette.
Who is the county named for?
Presumably Sir Augustus Charles Gregory, the explorer who became Queensland’s first Surveyor-General.
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