Hornets To Host Big Season Launch
It’s been a big few months for the Cherbourg Hornets Rugby League Club … and it’s going to get even busier when Round 1 of the South Burnett competition kicks off next month.
Police Probe Cause Of Fire
Police are investigating the cause of a fire which gutted the former National Australia Bank building in Blackbutt on Friday night.
Old Bank Erupts In Flames
Fire crews are working to protect buildings on either side of the former National Bank building in Hart Street, Blackbutt, which became engulfed in flames on Friday evening.
Students Take On Best In Region
Last-minute substitute Tayla Clapson will be representing the local region at the 2025 District final of the Lions Youth of the Year competition.
Blackbutt Has A $100,000 Dream
The Blackbutt and District Tourism & Heritage Association has launched a campaign to raise $100,000 by September 30.
South Burnett Says Thank You
Blackbutt Memorial Hall was packed on Saturday afternoon for the South Burnett Regional Council’s annual Australia Day awards ceremony.
Council Names Award Nominees
South Burnett Regional Council has released the names of all the nominees for its 2025 Australia Day awards.
Blackbutt To Host 2025 Awards
South Burnett Regional Council’s annual Australia Day Awards ceremony will be held this year in Blackbutt.
Christmas In The South Burnett
South Burnett families have been busily celebrating the festive season – and keeping Santa on the move – at Christmas carnivals throughout the region.
Argent Strikes Success In France
Blackbutt superstar Mitch Argent was part of the Australian team which secured its fifth back-to-back Stihl Timbersports Team World Championship at the prestigious international competition held recently in Toulouse.
Film Captures Lifeblood Of Blackbutt
A short documentary that provides a snapshot of the long history of the timber industry in the Blackbutt and Benarkin areas premiered at a special dinner recently.
Free Classes To Get Active
South Burnett Regional Council has received a $25,000 State Government grant to deliver a range of recreational activities for women and girls.
VIC Delegates Visit Region
Almost 40 delegates representing Visitor Information Centres from across Queensland are discovering the magic of the South Burnett during a four-day visit to the region.
Blackbutt Meetings To Discuss Bats
South Burnett Regional Council has organised a number of consultation sessions for Blackbutt residents to discuss the flying fox problem in town.
Four Groups To Share $40,000
Four South Burnett not-for-profit groups are the lucky recipients of a total of almost $40,000 in “Small & Vital” grants from the Foundation for Rural Regional Renewal.
Telstra Outages Linked To Upgrades
Some Telstra customers in the Blackbutt and Benarkin areas have been without a consistent mobile phone service for a fortnight.
Sawdust Dinner Raises $10,000
The recent “Sawdust In Our Veins” tribute night has raised about $10,000 towards the dream of creating a Timber Museum in Blackbutt.
Blackbutt Bursts With Avo Pride
Did you ava good time this year at the Blackbutt Avocado Festival?
Two Charged After Chase
Police have charged two people following a pursuit through Blackbutt, Yarraman and Nanango on Monday afternoon.
Driver Rescued From Floodwaters
Tuesday’s heavy rain caught at least one local motorist unawares on the Burnett Highway.
