Pamela Buchanan Wins The Great Australian Bake Off 2026

Pamela Buchanan won The Great Australian Bake Off 2026 after competing in the Australian baking competition, defeating finalists Matt and Branden in the finale aired on October 13, according to New Idea.

The self-taught baker said the experience exceeded her expectations and described the victory as a major milestone after weeks of challenges on the show. She said she was "still pinching myself" after coming out on top.

Buchanan said the competition became a memorable experience through the connections she made with fellow contestants and the challenges she completed throughout the series.

"It was just such a beautiful experience, the whole journey being in the meeting the other bakers, living that for so many weeks," said Pamela Buchanan.

"It’s just an incredible honour, and it’s something I will never forget." said Pamela Buchanan.

In the finale, Buchanan secured first place in the Technical Bake and created a Show Stopper decorated with more than 260 handmade bonbons, according to New Idea.

She said the final creation was an opportunity to attempt a large-scale project with her family present during the finale.

"That was a huge task, but it was a finale, and my family were going to be there, and I thought this is the moment. If I’m going to do something huge, it has to be now," said Pamela Buchanan.

After completing the final bake, Buchanan reflected on the significance of winning the competition and the achievement that followed.

"So, achieving and going on to win it, it was something that I’m never going to forget." said Pamela Buchanan.

Buchanan continued recreating the bakes she made during the series as episodes aired, including her final Show Stopper, according to New Idea.

"It’s just magical to show everyone what I actually did there," said Pamela Buchanan.

The win also gave Buchanan confidence to expand her baking work through her business Bake and Sway, which she is developing with a website, social media pages, and plans for classes.

"I think the Bake Off just gave me that extra push of confidence, like, yes, I love the fast-paced environment. I love challenges, I love doing this, so you only live once. I’m going to give this a go," said Pamela Buchanan.

Buchanan is also scheduled to appear at the Good Food & Wine Show in Sydney and Melbourne later in 2026, according to New Idea.