Morstone County is a cadastral division of Queensland, proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 and now used only in land titles. The Governor in Council gazetted it on 8 March 1901. Its reference point falls at 19°23′S 138°20′E.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 19°23′S 138°20′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Mount Isa City Council area |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 975 |
Name Origin
The name comes from a pastoral run used from about 1869 by pastoralists named Kirk and Sutherland (their given names are not recorded on the register), a reference to the rocky nature of the country.
FAQ
Where is Morstone County?
Its gazetted point is at 19°23′S 138°20′E, within the Mount Isa City Council area.
Which council area covers its gazetted centre?
Mount Isa City Council.
When was Morstone County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897.
Where does the name Morstone come from?
A pastoral run name recorded from about 1869, referring to the rocky country it covered.
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