Glenelg County facts for kids
Glenelg County was a special area of land in Western Australia. It was one of 26 such areas created in 1829. These areas were like big sections of land used to help organize and manage the country. They were called "cadastral divisions."
These divisions helped the government keep track of land ownership. They made it easier to manage land sales and records.
Why Was It Called Glenelg?
Glenelg County was named after an important person named Charles Grant, 1st Baron Glenelg. He was a British politician who held significant jobs in the government.
From September 1827 to June 1828, Charles Grant was the President of the Board of Trade. This role meant he helped manage trade and business for the country. He was also the Treasurer of the Navy, which meant he looked after the money for the navy.
Where Was Glenelg County Located?
Glenelg County was located in a specific part of Western Australia. Today, its area roughly matches the eastern part of the Melbourne Land District. It also covers the southwestern part of the Ninghan Land District.
These "land districts" are still used today to help manage land. They are important for keeping official records of who owns which piece of land. This is known as "land titles."
