William Angliss Institute lets Bert Newton have his cake, and eat it!

The 2008 Victorian of the Year was announced this week, with a little culinary help from William Angliss Institute, which provided a very special cake for the occasion.

Melbourne born actor and icon Bert Newton was given the coveted title during the Victoria Day Council Awards ceremony at the Melbourne Town Hall on Tuesday to mark Victoria Day 2008.

This is the 11th year that William Angliss Institute has donated the cake.  The delicious large sponge incorporated a big V for "Victoria" across the top and was made by Institute bakery teacher, Andy Stewart, ably assisted by enthusiastic William Angliss students.

William Angliss Institute is a dedicated training provider for the hospitality, tourism and foods industries. Each year over 15,000 students are trained at the main campus in Melbourne.

David Musgrove, Manager - Foods Processing Programs, said: "The food industry is a very important part of Victorian economy. William Angliss Institute is proud to be based in the State and we are delighted to support any celebration of Victoria through participating in such public events."

Victoria Day awards those individuals and groups who have made significant and valuable contributions to Victorian communities.  The Victorian of the Year and other award recipients were announced by the Governor of Victoria, Professor David de Kretser AC.

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