Victoria County, Western Australia facts for kids
Victoria County was one of the original twenty-six areas called "counties" in Western Australia. These counties were officially created in 1829, which was a very important year for the Swan River Colony, the first British settlement in Western Australia.
What Was Victoria County?
Victoria County was named after Princess Alexandrina Victoria of Kent. At the time, she was a young princess, and by 1827, she was second in line to become the ruler of Britain. She later became the famous Queen Victoria.
Where Was Victoria County Located?
This county covered an area that is now roughly the north-western part of the Avon Land District. This district is still used today to help define land ownership and property boundaries in the region.
Why Were Counties Created?
When the British first settled Western Australia, they needed a way to organize the land. Creating counties was a common way to do this in the British Empire. These areas helped with:
- Mapping: Making maps of the new colony.
- Administration: Managing the land and its resources.
- Settlement: Planning where new towns and farms could be established.
Although these counties were set up a long time ago, they are an interesting part of Western Australia's early history and how the land was first divided and named.
