Goulburn County facts for kids
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Goulburn County is a special way that land is divided in New South Wales, Australia. It's like a big area on a map used for official records and planning. This county is home to the city of Albury. It also includes smaller towns such as Jindera, Bowna, and Woomargama.
About Goulburn County
Goulburn County is one of 141 similar land divisions across New South Wales. These divisions are called cadastral divisions. They help keep track of land ownership and boundaries.
How Goulburn County Got Its Name
The county was named in honour of an important person from history. His name was Henry Goulburn (1784-1856). He was a statesman, which means he was a significant political leader in his time. Naming places after important figures was a common practice in the past.
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