Haddon County was gazetted by the Governor in Council on 7 March 1901, one of 322 cadastral counties Queensland proclaimed under the Land Act 1897. The reference point, 25°48′S 141°27′E, lies within the Shire of Barcoo.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 25°48′S 141°27′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Shire of Barcoo |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 974 |
Name Origin
The name is possibly taken from the adjacent pastoral run Haddon Downs, over the border in South Australia, taken up in 1877 by pastoralists William Howie and John Howie.
FAQ
Where is Haddon County?
25°48′S 141°27′E, in the Shire of Barcoo.
Which council area covers its gazetted centre?
The Shire of Barcoo.
When was Haddon County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, page 974 of the Queensland Government Gazette.
Where might the name Haddon come from?
Possibly from Haddon Downs, a South Australian pastoral run taken up by the Howie brothers in 1877.
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