How places are named
Consistent and accurate place names are the basis of a number of vital activities, including map production, communication services, population censuses and statistics, and emergency services.
Because of this, Queensland follows strict place naming guidelines and processes. Place naming is primarily the responsibility of the Department of Resources, which administers the Place Names Act 1994.
This guide explains the place naming process and the principles we follow when deciding place names.
How places are named
In this guide:
- What can be named?
- Naming processes
- Suggesting a place name or boundary change
- Naming principles
- Defining boundaries and extent
- History of Queensland place naming
- Next ( https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/title/place-names/naming/details )