Paroo County is a cadastral county of Queensland, proclaimed 8 March 1901 under the Land Act 1897. Its gazetted point, 26°47′S 145°04′E, falls within Quilpie Shire.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 26°47′S 145°04′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Quilpie Shire |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 970 |
Name Origin
The Surveyor-General named the county in 1901, presumably after the Paroo River. The gazetteer describes the river name as reportedly an Aboriginal word, its language and dialect not recorded, meaning a small flat fish; one cited source links it to the word for fish in the language of the Yowerawoolka (also recorded as Yawarawarka) people.
FAQ
Where is Paroo County?
Its gazetted centre is 26°47′S 145°04′E, within Quilpie Shire.
What is Paroo County named after?
Presumably the Paroo River, reportedly an Aboriginal word for a small flat fish.
Which council area covers its centre?
Quilpie Shire.
Is Paroo County still used?
It has no government role; it persists as a reference in Queensland land titles.
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