Saxby County is a cadastral division of Queensland, its gazetted point sitting at 20°00′S 141°57′E within the Shire of McKinlay. The Governor in Council proclaimed it on 8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897 that created 322 such counties across Queensland, each subdivided into parishes and none with a council function today.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 20°00′S 141°57′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Shire of McKinlay |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 978 |
FAQ
Where is Saxby County?
Its gazetted centre is 20°00′S 141°57′E, within the Shire of McKinlay.
Which council area covers its centre?
McKinlay Shire Council.
When was Saxby County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, gazette page 978.
Is Saxby County still used?
Its name still appears in land titles and property descriptions, without any council role.
What is a cadastral county?
One of 322 Queensland land-title divisions proclaimed under the Land Act 1897, each split into parishes with no government function.
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