Macquarie County facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Macquarie New South Wales
Location in New South Wales
Council seat	Port Macquarie
Lands administrative divisions around Macquarie: Vernon Dudley Pacific Ocean Hawes Macquarie Pacific Ocean Gloucester Gloucester Pacific Ocean

Macquarie County is a special area of land in New South Wales, Australia. It's one of 141 such areas called cadastral divisions. Think of it like a really old way of dividing up land for maps and records.

This county is bordered by two important rivers: the Apsley River to the north and the Manning River to the south. It also includes the well-known town of Port Macquarie and the land around it.

Macquarie County was named to honor Governor Lachlan Macquarie. He was a very important person in early Australian history. He served as the Governor of New South Wales from 1810 to 1821.

What is a Cadastral Division?

A cadastral division is a way to divide land for official purposes. These divisions help with mapping and land ownership. They are like big, imaginary boxes on a map. These boxes help people know exactly where properties are located. They are used for things like land titles and surveys.

Who was Governor Lachlan Macquarie?

Lachlan Macquarie was a Scottish army officer. He became the Governor of New South Wales. He played a huge role in shaping the colony. He helped build roads, bridges, and towns. He also tried to improve the lives of convicts. Many places in Australia are named after him. He is often called the "Father of Australia."

Parishes in Macquarie County

Inside Macquarie County, there are many smaller areas. These smaller areas are called parishes. Parishes are even tinier land divisions. They help local governments manage the land. Each parish has its own name. They are part of different local council areas. For example, some are in the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council. Others are in the Mid-Coast Council or Kempsey Shire. These councils help run local services. They look after things like roads and parks.