Mayne County is a cadastral county in central-west Queensland, a land-title division rather than a unit of local government. Its gazetted centre, at 23°53′S 142°19′E, lies within the area Barcoo Shire Council administers today.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Type | Cadastral county (land division) |
| Coordinates | 23°53′S 142°19′E |
| Local government area (centre) | Barcoo Shire Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901, Land Act 1897 |
Geography
The gazetted reference point falls within Barcoo Shire’s council area.
History
Mayne County was named and bounded by the Governor in Council on 8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897, part of the same round of proclamations that fixed most of Queensland’s inland counties.
FAQ
Is Mayne County still used?
Yes. Cadastral counties such as Mayne remain part of Queensland’s land-title system, though they carry no government function.
Is Mayne County a local government area?
No. It is a historic land-title division. Barcoo Shire Council provides local government services around the county’s gazetted centre.
Where is Mayne County’s centre?
Its gazetted reference point at 23°53′S 142°19′E falls within Barcoo Shire.