Humboldt County is a cadastral land-title division in Queensland, proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 alongside the state’s other 321 counties. It carries no council, planning or government function today. Its gazetted reference point, 23°35′S 148°53′E, falls within Central Highlands Regional Council.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 23°35′S 148°53′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Central Highlands Regional Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 973 |
FAQ
Where is Humboldt County?
At 23°35′S 148°53′E, in the area Central Highlands Regional Council administers.
Which council covers its gazetted centre?
Central Highlands Regional Council.
When was it proclaimed?
8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897, recorded on gazette page 973.
Is Humboldt County still used?
Only for land titles and property descriptions. Subdivision into parishes was the county system’s purpose, and that purpose ended when Queensland moved to modern local government boundaries.
Does Humboldt County have its own council?
No. It has never carried a government function of its own; Central Highlands Regional Council runs local services on separate boundaries.