Queensland proclaimed Surrey County on 8 March 1901, one of 322 cadastral counties fixed under the Land Act 1897. The county’s gazetted point, 18°12′S 142°15′E, falls within the area of the Shire of Croydon. Like every Queensland county, it survives only in land titles and property descriptions.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 18°12′S 142°15′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Shire of Croydon |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 978 |
FAQ
Which council area covers Surrey County’s centre?
The Shire of Croydon covers the area around the county’s gazetted point. The county itself may extend beyond one council area.
Where is Surrey County?
Its gazetted reference point is 18°12′S 142°15′E, in Queensland.
When was Surrey County proclaimed?
It was proclaimed on 8 March 1901, under the Land Act 1897.
Is the county still used for anything today?
It has no council or government function. It persists only in land titles and property descriptions, as one of Queensland’s 322 cadastral counties.
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