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Timber harvesting was Blackbutt's main early industry. Farm selectors came into the district in the 1890s. A primary school opened in 1896.

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The timber industry was a large employer, and by 1910 there were over 300 people in Blackbutt who, along with employees in outlying timber settlements, supported five hotels.
 

There were three sawmills and by the late 1920s - clearing much of the surrounding land.

Subsequently the land was taken over by cattle grazing and silviculture. (the practice of controlling the establishment, growth, composition, health, and quality of forests to meet diverse needs and values.)

Hoop pine plantations were planted which continue to sustain local saw milling.

The Blackbutt Agricultural show was formed 1930 and is still very popular today with wood chopping and crosscut saw competitions.​

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There are no commercial sawmills left in the district only a few private contractors.