November 17, 2025
If you see some large red bows appearing in South Burnett towns, it’s all about celebrating Christmas, building community … and saving money!
There will also be some smaller wooden trees appearing which residents and groups will be invited to decorate.
Mayor Kathy Duff said the red bows and wooden trees would be saving the South Burnett Regional Council about $100,000 in decorations.
All the regular large Christmas trees have already been erected in their usual town locations; the red bows and wooden trees will help to add to the festive feel without blowing the budget.
“We have purchased metres and metres of red tulle which have been tied into 148 big red bows,” Mayor Duff said.
“We plan to work with the community to tie these bows in prominent places in every town and village across our region.”
The wooden trees, made by Men’s Shed members, will also be decorated and placed in main streets or other prominent places.
“We are hoping that the schools, community groups and individuals will get on board and help to decorate the trees,” Cr Danita Potter said.
“We want everyone to join in the fun and be involved to help create a festive atmosphere and a real sense of community across our region.”
The cost of the wooden trees has been covered by South Burnett Regional Council with donations to the Men’s Sheds which made them.
Interested schools, groups or individuals should contact Mayor Duff or their Divisional councillor if they would like to be involved in tying bows or decorating the wooden trees.
