Tom Lindsay honoured with new award category

Tom Lindsay passed away recently. Known as “Big Tom” or “Mister Pie” for his dedication to The Official Great Aussie Pie Competition, Tom was at the the comp every year, imparting his knowledge of and passion for the industry.

Mike French, head judge of the pie comp, said Tom was a great guy and a clever engineer.

“He had a passion for Aussie pies and it showed. He was a great ambassador for Australia and its iconic meat pie.”

Tom’s favourite pie was Pepper Steak, and he was honoured this year with the creation of the Tom Lindsay Pepper Steak Award.

Tom’s daughter and event manager Danielle Lindsay, along with Mick Di Salvatore, presented the first Tom Lindsay Pepper Steak Award to Chans Khun from Kyneton.