Last week at GSSC we raised awareness for National Nutrition week, we held our first MasterChef competition.

On Wednesday the excitement was building as all homegroups participated in a quiz relating to the Australian dietary guidelines. The winners of each homegroup then represented their house in the Semi final for a cook off. Contestants with the encouragement of their homegroup teachers had to prepare a healthy French omelette that incorporated extra ingredients and a suitable garnish.

The judges- our fabulous education support staff scored the contestants on the appearance, taste, texture and most importantly the flavour.

Semi Finalists.

Murray 10 (Ms Reynolds) & Murray 3 & 4 (Mr Cuthbert)
- Contestants: Phoebe Hall & Jaydah Golding
Ovens 7 (Mr Wright)
- Contestants: Millie Lundberg & Sophie O’Connor
Lachlan 8 (Mrs Souter)
- Contestants: Jasmin Faller & Liam Groves
Kiewa 1 (Susan Anderson)
- Contestants: Chloe Clancy & Charlee Ciszewski
Goulburn 10 (Mrs Drinnan)
- Contestants: Dylan Hays & Larrissa Doherty
Campaspe 7 (Mr Fox)
- Contestants: Zainab Alnajar & Vera Asante
Warrego 7 & 8 (Mr McMillan)
- Contestants: Will Biggs & DJ Campbell
Murrumbidgee 6 (Mr Gallacher)
- Contestants: Abby Hill & Nyah Jones
Loddon 3 (Mr Robinson)
- Contestants: Callum Willing & Kade Taylor

Grand Final: Mystery Box Challenge.

The grand final of the GSSC MasterChef 2024 competition brought out the best in our young chefs, as contestants from each neighbourhood showcased their skills in preparing a sweet crepe. The challenge required them to incorporate foods from all five food groups—grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and protein—while adhering to Dietary Guideline 3, which emphasizes limiting the intake of saturated fats, salt, and sugar.

Representing Biyala, we had Phoebe Hall and Jaydah Golding.

Representing Dharnyna, Zainab Alnajar and Vera Asante stepped up to the plate.

Representing Bayuna, Abby Hill and Nyah Jones delivered a stellar dish.

The competition was fierce, with each team balancing taste, nutrition, and presentation while keeping the focus on healthy eating. Their creative use of ingredients impressed the judges, showcasing not just culinary talent but also a strong understanding of healthy eating principles.

The non-biased chief judges then had to score the teams to determine the winning neighbourhood.

Tarryn Tompkins- Office administration

Keegan - Timetabler

Simo- Maintenance

Jake - OHS

In true MasterChef style contestants had to wait to Tuesday to find out the results on who would be crowned the GSSC MasterChef’s for 2024.

Well done to all contestants for representing each neighbourhood with aspiration, integrity, respect and reasonability.

Special thanks to our Technology department, judges, students and staff who helped with video footage for our homegroup material and all homegroups for their participation

Semi Final:

Grand Final:

Congratulations to year 7 student Phoebe Hall and year 9 Student Jayda Golding who represented Biyala neighboured and winning the first GSSC MasterChef competition.

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