“He’s Ruined It for the Rest of Us”: Local Dad Blacklisted by Bloke Community After Nailing Another Ridiculous Kids Birthday Cake

Skye Waverley | Social Reporter | Sutherland Shire Gazette

27 April 2026

YOWIE BAY — A local millennial dad has officially been disowned by his mates after producing yet another flawless, multi-tiered, fully themed birthday cake for his six-year-old kid's party — this year, a rotating 3D scene from Bluey meets Jurassic Park.

Dale Thompson, 37, a quietly spoken graphic designer and part-time fondant whisperer, has become a suburban icon among local mums for his attention to detail, emotional availability, and ability to sculpt a convincing velociraptor out of sponge and ganache.

“He actually listens to what the kids want,” said one mum, teary with admiration. “He made a cake that had an LED waterfall, edible moss, and a working zipline. My husband can’t even locate the scissors in our house.”

The praise, however, has not extended to Dale’s male peers.

“He’s cooked it for all of us,” muttered Gavin, a fellow dad from Barden Ridge. “My cake game peaked at Woolies mud cake with some sprinkles. Now my kids are like, ‘Where’s the hydraulic unicorn carousel?’ Thanks a lot, Dale.”

Local dad group Tongs Down Tuesday has quietly removed Dale from the WhatsApp chat, citing “irreconcilable levels of effort.”

Experts say the fallout is part of a growing cultural divide.

 “This is classic Millennial Dad Syndrome,” explained Shire parenting sociologist Dr. Fran Bassetti.

“They’re empathetic, creative, and tragically unafraid of piping bags. The other dads just aren’t ready.”

Asked about the drama, Dale remained humble. “I just like cake,” he shrugged, icing a miniature skateboard ramp for his daughter’s upcoming party.

Council has declined to comment on rumours Dale will be nominated for Local Hero of the Year.

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