Warbreccan County was proclaimed on 8 March 1901 as one of Queensland’s 322 cadastral counties. Its gazetted point, 24°48′S 142°53′E, lies within the Shire of Barcoo.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 24°48′S 142°53′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | Shire of Barcoo |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 971 |
Name Origin
The name comes from a pastoral run established in 1873, taken from the personal name of an Aboriginal man from near Deniliquin, New South Wales.
FAQ
Where is Warbreccan County?
Its gazetted point is 24°48′S 142°53′E, within the Shire of Barcoo.
Which council area covers its gazetted centre?
The Shire of Barcoo is the local government area at that point.
When was Warbreccan County proclaimed?
It was proclaimed on 8 March 1901.
Where does the name Warbreccan come from?
It comes from an 1873 pastoral run, named after an Aboriginal man from near Deniliquin, New South Wales.
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