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.
Taromeo CMC Gets Ready To Rock
Taromeo Country Music Club in Blackbutt is about to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
How To Plan An Arts Project …
Interested in developing a community arts project for your town? Then this workshop brought by the team behind the Blackbutt Avocado Festival is for you!
Range Cracks Pose No Risk: TMR
Cracks which have appeared in a concrete wall beside the D’Aguilar Highway on the Blackbutt Range pose no risk to road users, according to DTMR
Rain Upsets Blackbutt Show Plans
UPDATE: The Show Committee cancelled the show on Saturday morning. The Pavilion will remain open.
Lucky Escape For Blackbutt Man
Blackbutt resident Les Lane is counting his lucky stars after escaping serious injury in a roller mishap at Teelah on Sunday.
Topology Coming To Blackbutt
Brisbane-based music ensemble Topology is celebrating 25 years of performing around Queensland with a new show which is coming to Blackbutt on Friday night.
Clown Around At Avo Festival
South Burnett residents aged 12 and above who would like to learn clowning and mask theatre techniques are being sought by Blackbutt’s Avocado Festival committee.
