Shelburne County sits at the far northern tip of Queensland, gazetted at 11°56′S 142°51′E. Its centre falls within the Shire of Cook, proclaimed 8 March 1901. It is one of 322 counties the colony proclaimed under the Land Act 1897 to divide the land into parishes for title purposes, with no council or government role of its own.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 11°56′S 142°51′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Shire of Cook |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 976 |
FAQ
Where is Shelburne County?
11°56′S 142°51′E, within the Shire of Cook.
Which council area covers its centre?
Cook Shire Council.
When was Shelburne County proclaimed?
8 March 1901, gazette page 976.
Is Shelburne County still used?
Only in the sense that its name still appears in land titles and property records.
What is a cadastral county?
A land-title division proclaimed under the Land Act 1897, one of 322 across Queensland, subdivided into parishes and holding no council function.
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