Kimberley County is a cadastral land-title division in Queensland, one of 322 counties the Governor in Council proclaimed under the Land Act 1897. Its gazetted reference point, 23°43′S 149°40′E, sits within Central Highlands Regional Council. Like the state’s other 321 counties, it has no council or planning function today.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 23°43′S 149°40′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Central Highlands Regional Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 973 |
FAQ
Where is Kimberley County?
Its gazetted point is 23°43′S 149°40′E, within the area Central Highlands Regional Council administers.
Which council covers its gazetted centre?
Central Highlands Regional Council.
When was Kimberley County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897 (gazette page 973).
Is Kimberley County still used?
Only in land titles and property descriptions; it has no council or planning role today.
Does Kimberley County have its own council?
No. It never has; local services fall to Central Highlands Regional Council.
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