Savannah County, in northwestern Queensland, is gazetted at 19°32′S 142°09′E. Its centre falls within the Shire of McKinlay, proclaimed 8 March 1901. It is one of 322 counties Queensland proclaimed under the Land Act 1897, each dividing the colony into parishes for land-title purposes rather than local government.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 19°32′S 142°09′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Shire of McKinlay |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 978 |
FAQ
Where is Savannah County?
19°32′S 142°09′E, in the Shire of McKinlay.
Which council area covers its centre?
McKinlay Shire Council.
When was Savannah County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, gazette page 978.
Is Savannah County still used?
Its parishes still appear in land titles, but the county has no council or government role today.
What is a cadastral county in Queensland?
A land-title division dating to the Land Act 1897, one of 322 subdivided into parishes rather than governed by a council.
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