Cooking up some great displays

NEW owners at Gaffney’s Bakery, Julia and Dave Gaffney, are making space available for community group displays.

The first display featured is from Holy Rosary Primary School showcasing Easter-themed artwork by students.

Eleven-year-old Lily and nine-year-old Ella, whose father Chris Jackson works as production supervisor at the bakery, were thrilled to see their work on display.

“It was a relief to get mine finished,” said Lily. “I accidently binned my first effort and had to quickly make another one.”

The Gaffneys will be taking over ownership from Dave’s parents on 1 April.

“We wanted to do something for the community that supports us,” said Ms Gaffney.

“We will be changing community groups each month and invite different displays from the CFA, local school and groups such as the Lions Club to participate.

“The groups will be able to show what they do and recruit new members.”

Gaffney’s Bakery first opened in in Heathcote in 1996 and also operates Gaffney’s Pie Kitchen in Seymour.

The bakery is known for its award-winning pies and classic bakery fare, attracting locals and visitors to the area.

In 2021, the bakery won the Best Regional Bakery Award.

The Jackson family has a strong connection with Gaffney’s. Mr Jackson’s son Jake also works there.

“I met my wife Steph, who now works in aged care, while we were both working here,” Mr Jackson said.

Although the girls love visiting the bakery, they don’t have plans to join the team when they finish school.

Lily would like to be a professional singer, and Ella hopes to become a learning support assistant.