Norman County, proclaimed 8 March 1901 under the Land Act 1897, is one of Queensland’s cadastral counties. The gazetted reference point, 17°40′S 141°05′E, lies within Carpentaria Shire.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 17°40′S 141°05′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Carpentaria Shire |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 978 |
Name Origin
The county takes its name from the Norman River. The gazetteer records that the river itself was named by explorer John McKinlay around 11 June 1862, after Captain William Henry Norman of the Victorian Naval Force, commander of HMCS Victoria, which had carried the Burke and Wills search parties to the Gulf of Carpentaria in August 1861.
FAQ
Where is Norman County?
Its gazetted centre sits at 17°40âēS 141°05âēE, within Carpentaria Shire.
What is Norman County named after?
The Norman River, itself named after Captain William Henry Norman in 1862.
Which council area covers its centre?
Carpentaria Shire.
Is Norman County still used?
It has no government role today; like Queensland’s other 321 counties, it remains a land-title reference only.