Merlin County is a cadastral county in central-west Queensland, a land-title division rather than a unit of local government. Its gazetted centre, at 21°32′S 140°30′E, lies within the area Cloncurry Shire Council administers today.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Type | Cadastral county (land division) |
| Coordinates | 21°32′S 140°30′E |
| Local government area (centre) | Cloncurry Shire Council |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901, Land Act 1897 |
Geography
Its gazetted reference point falls within Cloncurry Shire’s council area, in Queensland’s north-west.
History
Merlin County was named and bounded by the Governor in Council on 8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897, in the same round of proclamations that fixed most of Queensland’s north-west counties.
FAQ
Is Merlin County still used?
Yes. Cadastral counties such as Merlin remain part of Queensland’s land-title system, though they carry no government function.
Is Merlin County a local government area?
No. It is a historic land-title division. Cloncurry Shire Council provides local government services around the county’s gazetted centre.
Where is Merlin County’s centre?
Its gazetted reference point at 21°32′S 140°30′E falls within Cloncurry Shire.