$410,000 Boost For Local Groups
Fourteen local groups will share almost $410,000 in funding thanks to the latest round of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund.
‘Valiant’ Failure Created Rail Trail
Former Blackbutt resident Jeanette Morrison returned to her old stomping ground on Friday to unveil a history of a local grassroots fight, memories of which could have been in danger of fading away.
Flags Abound On Australia Day
Australia Day events around the South Burnett were filled with the usual mix of flags, anthems and quirky events.
Large Blaze Destroys Home
Crumpton Drive at Blackbutt North was closed to traffic for hours on Saturday afternoon while firefighters battled a large house fire.
$1.6m Upgrade Almost Finished
The $1.6 million Blackbutt streetscape and upgrade of Les Muller Park is almost complete.
Woman Injured In Rollover
A woman aged in her 50s was airlifted to hospital after a single-vehicle crash on Googa Creek Road at Blackbutt South on Sunday morning.
New Life For Old Slab Hut
An empty slab hut in Blackbutt’s Les Muller Park will get a new lease of life soon, thanks to the organisers of the annual Blackbutt Avocado Festival.
Council Briefed On Solar Farm Plan
South Burnett councillors have been briefed on a proposed 250-275MW solar farm which proponents hope to build north of Blackbutt.
Mine Death Charges In Court
Charges laid after a former Blackbutt resident was killed in an incident at a Central Queensland coal mine in 2019 are likely to be heard in mid-2023.
Town Clock To Be Restored
South Burnett Regional Council is refurbishing Blackbutt’s distinctive town clock and plans to install a new movement.
Celebrity Chef Will Avo Go
A celebrity chef who first rose to popularity on the TV show Ready Steady Cook will be a new face at this year’s Blackbutt Avocado Festival.
Anne Makes Woodchopping History
Blackbutt has a proud history of producing champion axemen … but now a woman has added her name to the town’s record books!
Last Spots For Free Workshop
There’s just four spaces left in a special workshop to be held in Blackbutt next Friday (September 9) for aspiring street performers.
Digital Art Brings Janagatha To Life
Blackbutt artist and author Janet Skinner has brought her “Janagatha” illustrated children’s story to the big screen thanks to a unique partnership between local artists and a videographer.
Taromeo CMC Marks 30 Years
More than 120 guests turned up to Blackbutt’s Memorial Hall recently to celebrate the Taromeo Country Music Club’s 30th birthday.
Exports Key To Ease ‘Avolanche’
Australia will need to both eat and export more avocados as growers negotiate a predicted soaring growth in production over the next five years, agribusiness bank Rabobank says in a new report.
Blackbutt Water Is Safe: Council
South Burnett Regional Council has assured Blackbutt residents their water is safe to drink, despite current discolouration.
They’re Off To The Ekka!
Representatives from the region’s Show Societies met at Blackbutt’s Showgrounds recently to select this year’s South Burnett Sub-Chamber representatives for the 2022 Brisbane Ekka.
Work To Start On Park Upgrade
Work was due to begin on Monday on upgrades to Les Muller Park in Blackbutt.
Don’t Be Alarmed By Gunshots
Blackbutt residents should not be alarmed if they hear shooting in the Gilla area on June 30.
