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John Reminis: Rising to the top

From competing on the world stage as an apprentice to working side-by-side with his family at their Nowra-based bakery, John Reminis has spent decades dedicating his life...

Shaholli Orchards: Diving into the perfect pear

With the perfect flavour profile that lends itself to both sweet and savoury products, pears are one of those fruits that are easy to work with. Baking...

Sprout Artisan Bakery: The sweetest thing

From working out of a small community kitchen to opening their Brisbane-based HQ earlier this year, Sprout Artisan Bakery has definitely been on a journey over the...

Top Gong: Lauren Govender and Nathan Bouchier

In this edition of Baking Business we catch up with recently crowned national Bake Skills winners Lauren Govender and Nathan Bouchier. Lauren Govender Bake Skills (Pastry) winner...

Mike Fleming: Baking it big in Singapore

From Sydney to Singapore, Australian baker Mike Fleming has spent over six decades kneading, mixing, and mentoring his way across continents. Now semi-retired, he’s swapped lamingtons for...

Five Minutes With: Sarel Hok, Buddy Bakery Melton

It’s been a huge 12 months for Buddy Bakery Melton. The Victorian-based bakery snagged the 2024 Official Great Aussie Pie Comp trophy for their Chunky Plain Beef...

The sky is the limit for Charlie’s Pies, cakes and chocolates

At just 17 years old, Charlie Mawson isn’t just dreaming about his future—he’s baking it from scratch. While most of his classmates are focused on finishing school,...

Crisp, slightly sweet and incredibly versatile, there’s little wonder why almonds have become an immensely popular ingredient. Baking Business caught up with South Australian-based Century Orchards to...

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Top Gong: Jonathan Yates and Lewis Combes

Baking Business caught up with the 2025 national Excellence in Baking winners Jonathan Yates and Lewis Combes to hear all about the competition and their plans for...