Labouchere County is a Queensland cadastral county, named and bounded by the Governor in Council on 7 March 1901 under the Land Act 1897 and gazetted 8 March 1901. Its gazetted centre, 25°38′S 149°48′E, sits within the area covered today by Banana Shire.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| LGA (covering the gazetted centre) | Banana Shire |
| Gazetted | 8 March 1901 |
| Gazette reference | Page 973, ref. no. 18708 |
| Coordinates | 25°38′S 149°48′E |
Geography
The gazetted point for Labouchere County is 25°38′S 149°48′E, in the area today administered by Banana Shire in central Queensland. No independent source confirms a name origin, principal town or parish list for the county.
History
Labouchere County was one of the cadastral counties proclaimed statewide on 8 March 1901 under the Land Act 1897.
FAQ
Is Labouchere County still used?
No. It remains part of historical land-title descriptions only.
Which council covers Labouchere County?
Banana Shire covers the area containing the county’s gazetted centre.
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