The Fernvale Community Association Inc. has announced that popular sourdough baking workshops will return to Fernvale, Queensland, in early 2026. These hands-on classes will be held at the Fernvale Futures Complex (also referred to in some council materials as the Fernvale Futures Centre) and are designed to teach locals how to make their own bread using traditional fermentation methods. The return of the programme follows high demand from residents interested in traditional fermentation, gut health and low-cost, homemade food options.
The workshops are expected to be led by professional sourdough educators, potentially including instructors from The Sourdough Science Academy, which promotes the use of ancient grains, organic flour and traditional fermentation methods. Participants will learn the science behind creating a starter and how to manage the baking process at home. These sessions aim to make artisanal baking accessible to everyone in the Somerset region, regardless of previous kitchen experience.
While specific dates and times have not yet been confirmed, the Fernvale Community Association Inc. will post registration details on its Facebook group and community event listings (Experience Somerset and the Somerset Regional Council directory) once they are available. Because previous regional classes have filled quickly, organisers recommend signing up as soon as registration opens.
Most community-led baking workshops in the area are open to residents aged 12 and older, though younger participants usually need to be accompanied by an adult. While official pricing for the 2026 Fernvale series is still being finalised, similar community masterclasses in Queensland often start at around $39 per person, with full-day intensives costing more. The workshops will be held at the Fernvale Futures Complex — built on the site of the old Fernvale Railway Station — providing a central community space for neighbours to gather and learn a practical skill together.
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