At this year's competition, the bakery picked up one gold and three silver medals for its pies.

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Co-owner Nathan Bowes said they were awarded a gold medal for their new Pulled Beef Jalapeno and Cheese pie in the Gourmet Red Meat category.

"It's a fantastic feeling to be recognised with the award," he said.

"The competition is a national one so it was really good to win the award with a new item on our menu."

Mr Bowes said it was a fantastic end to a crazy few years.

"It's been a busy and crazy 18 months but now the roads are busy again, we are busy again and now to get this award, it's a nice way to finish the year nice and strong," he said.

"We had a below-average two years, it is great to a bit of positive news for a change."

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"The whole team is chuffed and it brings everyone's mood up and our team has a spring in their step now."

Country Cob Bakery which has an outlet in Kyneton also took out a gold medal with their BBQ Beef Brisket and Mac and Cheese pie in the Best BBQ Pie category.

Pinjarra Bakery took out the title for Best Plain Pie for its Chunky Pie.

A complete list of the winning entries can be found here.

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