$1.6m Boost For BVRT
The State Government plans to spend $1.6 million on upgrades to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.
Did You Avo Go At Blackbutt?
Blackbutt’s annual celebration of everything avocado last Saturday attracted a big crowd of visitors eager to have fun with the town’s famous fruit.
Grant For Veterans Group
Member for Nanango, Attorney-General Deb Frecklington has announced the recipients of Round 26 of her Local Hero Grants program.
Upgrades Begin At Blackbutt
Blackbutt police will be working out of Yarraman Police Station temporarily while a $150,000 upgrade is under way.
Body Found Near Maidenwell
Police searching for missing Brisbane man Andrew Burow have located human remains at Brooklands-Pimpimbudgee Road near Maidenwell.
Wild Horse Launches Newspaper
Wild Horse FM at Yarraman has launched a new monthly eight-page newspaper aimed at Yarraman and Blackbutt residents.
Blackbutt: Boil Water Advice
UPDATE 2: The boil water alert was lifted on Saturday morning
Blackbutt Show Was Cutting Edge
Blackbutt lived up to its “timber town” reputation on Saturday with a strong focus on woodchopping events at the annual Blackbutt Show.
One Hurt In Blackbutt Collision
One person was taken to hospital with minor injuries after a collision on the D’Aguilar Highway near Blackbutt on Wednesday.
We Still Remember … 110 Years Later
Crowds gathered in towns and villages across the South Burnett on Friday to commemorate the 110th anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli and the men and women who have served Australia in so many conflicts since 1915.
Council Events To Collect Feedback
The first of the South Burnett Regional Council’s planned “community catch-ups” to discuss its new draft Corporate and Community plans will go ahead this week.
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.
