Whisks up, ovens on — The Great Australian Bake Off Season 8 is back, streaming on LifeStyle and on Demand every Tuesday, and the competition is already baking up a storm.
This season, twelve new home bakers from all walks of life come together to take part in bake-offs to test their baking skills as they battle it out for the crown of Australia’s best amateur baker. Across 10 jam-packed episodes, the bakers will face the ultimate triple-threat every week: the signature, the technical, and the dreaded showstopper — all tied together with a fresh theme each episode.
And of course, you can’t have a Great Australian Bake Off without some hosts and judges, right? This year, Natalie Tran and Tom Walker bring the laughs as hosts, while Darren Purchese and Rachel Khoo return to dish out the critiques (and some smiles).
Keep reading to see everyone eliminated from The Great Australian Bake Off 2025.
Everyone who has left The Great Australian Bake Off 2025
Tatiana Markovic
Tatiana came into the competition determined to showcase her Serbian heritage and baking skills — and she did just that.
Week after week, Rachel and Darren were impressed by her techniques and creativity. But during Patisserie Week, Tatiana’s journey in the shed came to an end.
She began with her Homestyle En Croute, which wowed the judges and hit every mark.
Next up was the technical — Rachel’s spiced pear charlotte russe. Tatiana earned praise for her presentation, but her downfall came with the white chocolate mousse, which was still too warm to be folded into the base.
Finally, for her showstopper, Sunday Breakfast. Tatiana’s flavours fell short and the judges wanted more from the presentation — especially this close to the final. That meant Tatiana became the ninth baker to leave the competition.
“Making it to the semis is a big deal — and I did it,” she said. “I am extremely proud of myself.”
Anirban Chanda
Anirban brought big ideas and serious skill to The Great Australian Bake Off — and it paid off when he snagged Star Baker in week three.
But during Earth Week, his journey sadly came to an end.
He kicked things off with his Raw Mango Cake, which Rachel described as sunshine. Darren loved the flavours too, though he noted the coconut cream layer was just a touch too thick.
In the technical, Anirban tackled Darren’s beetroot tart — but his didn’t make it out of the tin, and the pastry was underbaked.
Finally, for his showstopper — Sweet Sands. Anirban once again impressed with flavour. Unfortunately, his panna cotta didn’t quite set, seeping a little too much.
This meant Anirban’s time in the shed came to an end, as the eighth baker to leave the competition.
“I’ve had the best time of my life,” he said.
“I’ve never had a bunch of baker friends. I’m going to miss all of them, but I’m pretty sure they’ll be friends for life.”
Aysha Moulton
Aysha infused every bake with the flavours and memories of the Solomon Islands, wowing the judges with her creativity and winning hearts with her generosity.
But during Japan Week, things didn’t quite go to plan.
First up, Aysha tackled 12 pandan and coconut shokupan buns. The flavours hit the mark, but the dough and detailing on the braids held her back.
Next came the technical challenge — Rachel’s matcha, yuzu and black sesame crepe roll. Aysha absolutely nailed it. Darren even said, “Whoever this is, they know what they’re doing.”
Finally, the showstopper: her tropical cheesecake. Sadly, the flavours and texture didn’t come together the way she hoped.
In the end, Aysha became the seventh contestant to leave the competition.
“I’ve had an amazing time,” she said.
“It really opened my eyes to my skills and showed me that I can do anything I put my mind to.”
Brian Rooney
Brian Rooney walked into the shed full of determination, ready to show off his baking skills — and for the most part, he did. But during Little and Large Week, his bakes didn’t quite hit the mark.
His first creation, a Tiny Snowman, sadly ended up looking more like a melted one. The white chocolate ganache didn’t set, and the cake’s texture wasn’t quite consistent.
Then came Darren’s technical challenge: the Giant Chocolate Éclair. Brian faced the challenge head on, but his choux pastry missed the crunch the judges were looking for.
Finally, the showstopper — Brian’s Department Store. He was praised for his super-neat stencil work, but the judges wanted more decoration on the front and wished for a bigger hit of spice. To top it off, the biscuit was a little too soft.
And just like that, Brian became the sixth baker to leave the competition.
“I had a great time,” Brian said with a smile.
“Every baker that’s left deserves to be in the top three. They’re so talented and passionate — they’ve really reignited my love for baking.”
Jai Johns
Jai Johns entered the competition with a love for plant-based baking and a flair for bold flavours. A passionate vegan, they took on every challenge with confidence and creativity — but during Tropical Week, things just didn’t quite come together.
Their first bake — Beachy Banoffee Tarts — wowed the judges with tropical vibes and great flavour. Unfortunately, the pastry didn’t rise to the occasion and left them wanting more.
The technical challenge — a classic mille-feuille — also fell short, with pastry that wasn’t quite cooked through.
Finally, Jai’s showstopper, cheekily named Calaman-See Ya Next Week, sadly lived up to its name. The judges felt the balance of flavours wasn’t quite there, and it just wasn’t enough to keep them in the competition.
“I’ve had such a good time,” they said.
“I’ve met so many beautiful people, it’s been so fun just to nerd pout with people about baking, I never get to do that.”
Kelarnie Whalen
Kelarnie Whalen lit up the shed with pure joy, boundless enthusiasm, and undeniable talent — but when bread week rolled around, her sunshine spirit just wasn’t quite enough to save her from elimination.
She started strong with her Cinnamon Scroll Bagels, impressing the judges with their vibrant colour and delicious flavour. Darren, however, noted that he was craving a little more lift and fluffiness in the dough.
Next came the technical: Darren’s Turkish Bread with baba ganoush. While Kelarnie tackled the challenge head-on, the judges again pointed out that the dough fell slightly flat and could’ve benefited from a gentler touch.
Finally, her third bake — Kelarnie’s Snake Bread — missed the mark for the judges, with the details and definition not quite coming together, making her the fourth contestant to be whisked from the shed.
“I’m proud of how far I’ve come,” Kelarnie said after being eliminated.
“I did not even expect to be here, I’ve made so many new friends and I can’t wait to be baking again.”
Wesley Mitton
Wesley Mitton entered the tent with passion, flair and plenty of baking confidence, but Pie Week ended up being his undoing.
His first bake — a Galette Des Rois — was underbaked and not quite sealed properly, though Rachel did admit it had a nice bit of flakiness going on. Then came his Rhubarb Tangram Pie, but sadly, both the look and the flavours fell flat for the judges. That was enough to see Wesley become the third baker sent packing from the shed.
Still, he left with his head held high.
“I’ve had an amazing time, I’m really proud of myself,” Wesley said after his elimination.
“I will be taking away 11 new friends.”
Erik Newcomb
Erik Newcomb entered the tent with a passion for baking and a love of decorating, inspired by his Polish grandmother, but this week was where the cookie crumbled.
His first dish — Hot Chocolate Biscuits & S’mores — had the judges drooling, but Darren was quick to point out that his chocolate needed proper tempering. Then came his showstopper, Travel Around the Globe. The judges loved the idea and the flavours, but sadly, it just wasn’t enough to save him, and Erik became the second baker whisked out of the competition.
Gregson Gastar
Even though Gregson Gastar twirled into the shed with his pineapple obsession and his sweet dance moves, Cake Week wasn’t his week.
Gregson kicked things off with his Dancing Pineapple Roll, which wowed the judges with its colour and perfectly fluffy sponge and cream. But his second bake, the Gum Tree cake just didn’t quite hit the mark with judge Darren admitting it “may have fallen short a little bit” — making Gregson the first baker to be sent packing.
“I’ve had the best time,” he said.
“The stuff that I have learned in this shed is priceless. I might be the first gone, but they’re always gonna remember my pineapple dance.”
The Great Australian Bake Off season 8 airs in 2025 on LifeStyle and Demand.
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