May 22, 2026
Blackbutt cemented its reputation as a “timber town” at its annual show last weekend, with big crowds turning out to watch the woodchopping and chainsaw competitions.
Every age group and skill level seemed to be competing in the chopping ring, from children to veterans and Australian, Queensland and international champions.
A visiting team of competitors from New Zealand added to the rivalry, taking on local axeman competing in Blackbutt colours on Friday and Saturday.
But the show wasn’t all about timber … there were also cattle (see below), a well-supported dog show, poultry and, of course, the pavilion competitions and sideshow alley.
Blackbutt Lions Club members manned the gate, while Yarraman SES volunteers were making sure the car-parking went smoothly.
Out in the ring, the Outback Jack’s Stockman Show had some old favourites at the show including sheep dogs and whip-cracking.
Fireworks filled the sky at night followed by live music.
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Also announced at the Blackbutt Show were the South Burnett winners of two important Queensland Ag Shows (QCAS) competitions.
The winner of the Prime Beef Cattle Young Judges competition was Rhiannon McIntyre (Nanango Show), with runner-up Kaitlyn Barber (Kingaroy Show).
The winner of the Stud Beef Young Paraders competition was Clancy Düll (Blackbutt Show), with runner-up Ryan Gould (Proston Show).
These winners will now represent the South Burnett Sub-Chamber at the Brisbane Ekka.
The South Burnett’s Showgirl and Rural Ambassador representatives will be announced at the South Burnett Sub-Chamber awards dinner on June 13 which will be hosted by the Nanango Show Society at the Nanango Cultural Centre.
Tickets for this event can be booked online
Doors open at 5:30pm.
