Wondoola County is one of Queensland’s 322 cadastral counties, a land-title division created under the Land Act 1897 rather than a unit of local government. Its gazetted point lies at 18°43′S 140°33′E, in the Shire of Carpentaria, proclaimed 8 March 1901.
Key Facts
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 18°43′S 140°33′E |
| Local government area at gazetted centre | the Shire of Carpentaria |
| Proclaimed | 8 March 1901 |
| Queensland Government Gazette page | 979 |
As with the state’s 322 cadastral counties, Wondoola County has no council of its own — it is a parish-level land-title record, still used to describe property today.
FAQ
What kind of place is Wondoola County?
It is a cadastral county, a land-title division rather than a town or a council area.
Where does Wondoola County sit?
Its gazetted point falls within the Shire of Carpentaria.
When was it proclaimed?
The Governor in Council proclaimed Wondoola County on 8 March 1901.
Does Wondoola County still have a function?
No. It survives only in land titles and property descriptions.
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