Kamileroi is a cadastral county in Queensland’s Gulf Country, proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 alongside the state’s other 321 counties. It functions solely as a land-title division. The gazetteer fixes its reference point at 19°14′S 139°43′E, within Burke Shire.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 19°14′S 139°43′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Burke Shire |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 979 |
Name Origin
The gazetteer traces the name to an earlier pastoral run name, which itself used the name of an Aboriginal language group in New South Wales.
FAQ
Where is Kamileroi County?
Its gazetted point is 19°14′S 139°43′E, in the area covered by the Shire of Burke.
Where does the name come from?
An earlier pastoral run name that drew on the name of an Aboriginal language group from New South Wales.
When was Kamileroi County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897 (gazette page 979).
Is Kamileroi County still used?
Only in land titles and property descriptions; it has no council or planning role today.
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