The 2025 Northerly Stakes ran at Ascot Racecourse on Saturday December 6 in Perth rounding off the Group 1 racing action in WA during The Pinnacles and was won by Cosmic Crusader ($6)!
| 11. Cosmic Crusader (9) J: Clint Johnston-Porter 59kg 11331T: Michael Grantham | ||
| 3. Watch Me Rock (15) J: Nash Rawiller 59kg 1x311T: Grant & Alana Williams | ||
| 1. Western Empire (6) J: Billy Egan 59kg 14x52T: Grant & Alana Williams | ||
| 2. Osipenko (16) J: Fred W Kersley 59kg 43017T: Chris Waller | ||
| 12. Depth Of Character (2) J: Chris Parnham 58.5kg 30840T: Annabel & Rob Archibald | ||
| 14. Admiration Express (3) J: Brad Rawiller 57kg 1x788T: Jason Miller | ||
| 10. In Good Order (5) J: Shaun O'Donnell 59kg 17x29T: Daniel Morton | ||
| 13. Vivy Air (11) J: Ethan Brown 57kg x2121T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 6. Diamond Scene (12) J: Brad Parnham 59kg 12x14T: Michael Grantham | ||
| 4. Apulia (13) J: Michael Dee 59kg 23x11T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | ||
| 5. Hemlock Stone (7) J: Austin Galati 59kg 07x80T: Grant & Alana Williams | ||
| 16. Pure Excess (14) J: Steven Parnham 50kg 2x331T: Daniel Morton | ||
| 9. Ginger Baker (10) J: Joey Azzopardi 59kg 31460T: Daniel & Ben Pearce | ||
| 15. King Of Light (8) J: William Pike 52kg 1x111T: Daniel Morton | ||
| 7. Sentimental Hero (4) J: Craig Newitt 59kg 52113T: Peter Fernie | ||
| 8. Zipaway (1) J: Laqdar Ramoly 59kg 40075T: Neville Parnham |
Northerly Stakes Info
- 2025 Northerly Stakes Date: Saturday the 6th of December
- Track Location: Ascot Racecourse, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
- Distance: 1,800m
- Conditions: Weight-for-Age; 3YOs & Upwards
- Status: Group 1
- Prize Money (AUD): $1,500,000
- First Run: 1976
- Reigning Northerly Stakes Winner: Cosmic Crusader (2025)
Looking for the latest Northerly Stakes betting odds, insider racing tips and form for the Perth race this season? The TAB NZ have all the best betting guides and statistics to make informed bets on the Northerly Stakes race this summer!
The third Group 1 race run in Western Australia each year, the Northerly Stakes – formerly known as the Kingston Town Classic – is a popular 1,800m middle-distance showdown held on a Saturday in early December.
Open to gallopers aged three and up, the Northerly Stakes is one of Western Australia’s premier weight-for-age race, and the Group 1 showpiece headlines Perth’s Summer Racing Carnival.
To improve your chances of predicting the next Northerly Stakes winner at Ascot Racecourse, access the latest Northerly Stakes odds and tips online at the TAB NZ.
TAB NZ provides in-depth analysis, form guides, and betting insights to help you navigate the competitive field of summer contenders.
Whether you’re a seasoned punter or new to betting on the horse races in Australia and New Zealand, our comprehensive Northerly Stakes coverage has everything you need.
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Northerly Stakes Fast Facts
- Last favourite to win the Northerly Stakes: Amelia’s Jewel ($2.90 in 2022)
- Last filly to win the Northerly Stakes: Amelia’s Jewel (2022)
- Last dual Northerly winner: Playing God (2010-11)
- Notable Fact: Mares have only won 3 times in 40 plus years!
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Northerly Stakes Betting Info
Northerly Stakes betting is open ahead of $1.5 million Perth middle-distance race down under at the TAB NZ.
Northerly Stakes betting takes place on the popular Australian horse race which is held at Perth’s Ascot Racecourse in early December annually as the third and final Group 1 event of the Perth Summer Racing Carnival.
We offer pre-nomination Northerly Stakes betting odds throughout the year that are known as futures Northerly Stakes odds online.
All-In Northerly Stakes betting markets are then available following the official Northerly Stakes nominations taken in mid-October nearly two months out from the race.
Betting on the Northerly Stakes is available following final acceptances which close on the Monday prior to the race.
Betting on the race favours locally trained gallopers and horses drawn in barriers 1-8 who have dominated recent Northerly Stakes results in Western Australia.
Northerly Stakes race betting traditionally focuses on proven Group 1 performers, especially any horses backing up out of the Railway Stakes over the mile.
For the best online betting on the Northerly Stakes, consider tipping a horse to win both this event and another Group 1 feature during the Festival of Perth Racing in a summer race double!
Expert Tips on the Northerly Stakes
Stay tuned for our expert tips and Northerly Stakes betting predictions ahead of this year’s $1.5 million feature at Ascot on the third Group 1 race meeting of the summer racing season in WA.
KING OF LIGHT (8) faces his toughest assignment yet as he steps out against the older brigade, but punters should note he’s been installed a short favourite to keep his unbeaten streak intact for very good reason.
Dan Morton’s son of Earthlight has done everything asked of him so far – five starts for five wins – and now looks ready to add a Group 1 to his record.
His WA Guineas victory over the mile was emphatic, cruising from midfield to put the race away by more than a length as the odds‑on elect, and the rise to 1800 metres should be well within his scope.
Importantly, he drops back from 57kg to just 52kg at WFA, giving him a clear advantage at Ascot where he’s already a three‑time winner.
Willie Pike’s decision to stay aboard, despite having other last‑start winners to choose from, is another strong pointer.
Amelia’s Jewel was the last to complete the WA Guineas–Northerly Stakes double in 2022, and KING OF LIGHT looks every bit the emerging Western Australian star capable of repeating that feat.
| 15. King Of Light (8) J: William Pike 52kg 1×111T: Daniel Morton |
Northerly Stakes Tips
Northerly Stakes tips on which horse will win the next edition of Perth’s 1800m feature flood in as the countdown to the important Ascot race heats up.
Northerly Stakes race tips on what horse will win the event this year are highly sought after by smart punters and racing fans every season.
When looking at Northerly Stakes race tips it is important to consider factors including:
- What horses in the Northerly Stakes field are proven over the distance?
- Who the key Northerly Stakes trainers and jockeys are and what horses they have in the field this year?
- Northerly Stakes barrier statistics and where your betting selections are drawn.
- Northerly Stakes horses that have a good past record at the track.
How long does it take to know if you placed a winning Northerly Stakes race tip? The event itself takes around one minute and 50 seconds for the competing horses to run the 1,800m trip depending on track conditions.
The official Northerly Stakes winner and winning Northerly Stakes trifecta are known shortly after unless there is a protest or a photo-finish result.
Who holds the Northerly Stakes race record? Sniper’s Bullet holds the current Northerly Stakes race record winning over 1800m in 2009 in 1 minute 46:96 seconds.
What are the best Northerly Stakes lead-up races to look at when placing a bet?
Horses in the Northerly Stakes field often come into the race via lead-up run in the opening Group 1 The Pinnacles race – the Railway Stakes (1600m) held the month before at the track.
Four horses have completed the Railway Stakes – Northerly Stakes double in the same year: Better Loosen Up (1989), Old Comrade (2001), Modem (2004), and most recently Sniper’s Bullet (2009).
Australian Bred Horses in the Northerly Stakes
Betting on the Australian-bred horses in the field is popular with punters, and the race results show a dominant record of locally foaled winners. Since 2000, only three Northerly Stakes winners were bred outside of Australia with Moriarty (IRE) in 2014, Light Infantry Man (FR) in 2024 and the Kiwi bred Cosmic Crusader (NZ) in 2025.
Northerly Stakes Tips for a Trifecta
Northerly Stakes tips for a trifecta cover the first three horses to officially go past the finishing post in the Northerly Stakes results.
The horse to finish on top of the Northerly Stakes trifecta is your Northerly Stakes winner, the runner who outlasted all their rivals and finished in the fastest time.
Placing a Northerly Stakes trifecta exotic bet on the race is a great way to add to the thrill and potentially be rewarded with a generous pay-out.
A Northerly Stakes trifecta is only successful if the three horses in your bet finish in the exact order you predict. Punters may choose instead to box their trifecta bets on the Northerly Stakes to cover more finishing options and increase the chances of winning.
Adding the favourite on top in your Northerly Stakes trifecta bets is a top tip as the favourites have a strong recent record in the event.
Key Northerly Stakes Statistics and Insights
Place an informed bet on this year’s Northerly Stakes by considering the following key statistics and insights:
- Win Rates: Horses with high win rates in similar races are strong contenders for the Northerly Stakes. Our Northerly Stakes betting tips available at the TAB NZ Punters Lounge provide detailed win rate statistics.
- Place Percentages: Evaluate horses with consistent place percentages, indicating reliability and competitiveness. Northerly Stakes race tips offer comprehensive data on place percentages.
- Barrier Success Rates: Horses starting from barriers 1 and 8 have historically shown a higher success rate in the race.
Northerly Stakes odds are offered on the important Group 1 summer event, and the field attracts a host of quality gallopers coming via a range of lead-up races over the spring racing carnivals.
The Group 1 Northerly Stakes is one of Perth’s most popular spring horse races and has been run and won since 1976 when Family Of Man won.
Winning the Northerly Stakes is a significant achievement in the racing community, and the event attracts lots of attention from punters both locally and internationally in New Zealand as the season’s best gallopers vie for huge prize money over on the west coast of Australia.
The Northerly Stakes is currently run over 1,800m and it officially gained Group 1 status in 1979 the year Mighty Kingdom won.
Northerly Stakes Day 2025
The 2025 Northerly Stakes Day will be held at Ascot Racecourse in Perth on Saturday, 6 December, featuring the $1.5 million Group 1 TABtouch Northerly Stakes (1800m) as the headline event.
Date & Venue: Saturday, 6 December 2025 at Ascot Racecourse, Perth.
Feature Race: The Group 1 TABtouch Northerly Stakes (1800m, weight‑for‑age, 3YOs & up) worth $1.5 million.
Honouring a Legend: Named after Northerly, the “Fighting Tiger” and one of WA’s greatest champions.
Carnival Context: It is the grand finale of The Pinnacles Carnival, following the Railway Stakes and Winterbottom Stakes.
Atmosphere: Beyond racing, the day offers festive hospitality, live music, gourmet food, and social spaces like Swish and Flametree Christmas, plus the TABtouch Punters Club for racing enthusiasts.
Family Friendly: Entry is free for under‑17s, with general admission tickets starting from $25.
The Northerly Stakes is WA’s premier middle‑distance Group 1, attracting elite local and interstate gallopers.
It often serves as a stepping-stone to the Gold Rush (1400m, $1.5m) or other summer features.
With weight‑for‑age conditions, punters can line up form more confidently compared to handicaps.
The race has produced memorable winners, including Light Infantry Man (2024).
Get the best Northerly Stakes Day racing odds for Perth, racing stats, previews, form and insider tips on races like the meeting’s feature race now at the TAB NZ!
Northerly Stakes Field
The Northerly Stakes field attracts a line-up of top-line horses each season with runners coming from mainly local Perth stables.
Northerly Stakes Acceptance Dates
It is crucial to take note of when the Northerly Stakes field is out, what time Northerly Stakes nominations close and the official Northerly Stakes acceptance dates when placing a Northerly Stakes bet online as horses may drop out of the race and bets may be cancelled.
See below for the official Northerly Stakes field dates for 2025.
- 2025 Northerly Stakes Nominations: Close on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 12:00PM.
- 2025 Northerly Stakes Final Field: Revealed on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 12:00PM.
- 2025 Northerly Stakes Barrier Draw: Conducted on the evening of Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Where can you bet on the Northerly Stakes?
The best place to bet on this year’s Northerly Stakes race is through the TAB NZ online.
Northerly Stakes Odds
Northerly Stakes odds and online betting tips on the Northerly Stakes are dominated by proven Group winning horses, any three-year-old runners in the race who have a strong recent strike rate over their older rivals and gallopers with a past run at the track who have a great record in the event.
Where can I find the Northerly Stakes odds?
For the latest odds and updates on the Northerly Stakes, TAB NZ is your go-to source. They provide real-time odds fluctuations, ensuring you have the most current information to make informed betting decisions. It’s crucial to monitor these odds closely, as they reflect the market’s perception of each horse’s chances, influenced by factors like form, barrier draw, and track conditions.
How to Place a Bet on the Northerly Stakes
Want to know how to make a bet on the Northerly Stakes? Visit the TAB NZ racing page to access the latest Northerly Stakes betting odds and options.
It is simple to learn how to place a bet on the Northerly Stakes online.
You can place a Northerly Stakes bet online anytime markets are live.
There are more ways than ever to get involved in betting on the Northerly Stakes.
From seasoned punters analysing form guides to casual racing fans drawn to the excitement, the Northerly Stakes is a race for everyone.
Whether you’re diving deep into the latest Northerly Stakes race field, joining a sweepstake with friends, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the summer carnival at Perth’s Ascot Racecourse, the Northerly Stakes race has it all!
This important late spring race showcases Western Australia’s finest thoroughbreds and attracts attention from all over the country as it makes a nice target for not only the locals but also the Sydney and Melbourne gallopers chasing a Group 1 after the spring.
How to Bet on the Northerly Stakes in 2025?
1. Log in or sign-up with TAB NZ.
2. Make a secure online deposit using one of the TAB NZ safe deposit methods.
3. Check out our Northerly Stakes betting guide, Northerly Stakes form guide and our expert Northerly Stakes racing tips.
4. Choose a Northerly Stakes bet to place such as Win, Place, Each-Way or Northerly Stakes Trifecta. There are many more Northerly Stakes betting options available so make sure to check out our Northerly Stakes betting markets.
5. Select the Northerly Stakes horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Northerly Stakes nominations or Northerly Stakes field.
5. Select the Northerly Stakes horse you want to bet on from the early markets, Northerly Stakes nominations or Northerly Stakes field.
What makes betting on the Northerly Stakes so popular?
Betting on the Northerly Stakes is popular because it’s a $1.5 million Group 1 at Ascot, run under weight‑for‑age conditions, attracting elite local and interstate gallopers, and serving as the grand finale of Perth’s Pinnacles Carnival.
Prestige & Prize Money: The Northerly Stakes (formerly Kingston Town Classic) is a Group 1 race over 1800m at Ascot Racecourse, offering $1.5 million in prize money. That makes it one of the richest middle‑distance races outside Melbourne and Sydney.
Weight‑for‑Age Conditions: Because the race is run at weight‑for‑age, punters find it easier to line up form compared to handicaps. This creates clearer betting angles and confidence in backing proven class horses.
Elite Fields: The race regularly attracts top WA horses plus interstate raiders, giving punters a mix of local favourites and national stars to bet on. In 2024, Light Infantry Man took out the race, showing its appeal to high‑quality gallopers.
Carnival Atmosphere: As the final Group 1 of The Pinnacles Carnival, the Northerly Stakes is part of a festive racing atmosphere in Perth. The carnival includes the Railway Stakes and Winterbottom Stakes, so punters are already engaged and betting turnover peaks.
Historic Significance: Named after Northerly, one of WA’s greatest champions, the race carries heritage appeal. Northerly himself won the Railway Stakes in 2000 before conquering the Cox Plate and Australian Cup, so punters love the connection to a legend.
Betting Options: With strong fields and competitive odds, punters can back favourites or chase value roughies such, making it attractive for both conservative and adventurous punters.
The Northerly Stakes is a race where punters can back proven stars with confidence or chase roughie glory, all while celebrating WA’s racing heritage.
How many mares have won the Northerly Stakes?
Since the year 2000, no mare has won the Northerly Stakes. That said, the three-year-old fillies have enjoyed four wins since 2014 most recently with Amelia’s Jewel (2022).
What age group has the best recent Northerly Stakes record?
Three-year-olds and six-year-olds have dominated the Northerly Stakes results in recent years eight from each age group with saluting between 2000 and 2025, most recently Amelia’s Jewel (3YO in 2022) and Dom To Shoot (6YO in 2023).
The oldest recent Northerly Stakes winner was Niconero (2008) who won the race for the second time as a seven-year-old.
The youngest recent Northerly Stakes winner was Amelia’s Jewel (2022) who was the last three-year-old winner.
Between 2000 and 2025 the breakdown of Northerly Stakes winners by age is as follows:
- 3YOS – 8 (latest Amelia’s Jewel in 2022)
- 4YOs – 2 (latest Playing God in 2011)
- 5YOs – 7 (latest Cosmic Crusader in 2025)
- 6YOs – 8 (latest Dom To Shoot in 2023)
- 7YOs – 1 (latest Niconero in 2003)
Northerly Stakes Prize Money
Northerly Stakes prize money may not compare to the stakes on offer in events like the A$20 million The Everest and A$10 million The Golden Eagle which are both held in Sydney over the spring, but it remains a highlight of the Australian racing calendar as one of Perth’s richest horse races.
Northerly Stakes prize money is set at A$1,500,000 in total stakes allocated between first to tenth place.
How much does the Northerly Stakes winner get? The winning Northerly Stakes horse receives a total of A$822,000 in prize money.
See below for the official breakdown of Northerly Stakes prizes on offer from the Northerly Stakes winner to the tenth horse to cross the finish line in the official Northerly Stakes results.
- First: A$822,000
- Second: A$279,000
- Third: A$132,000
- Fourth: A$58,500
- Fifth: A$43,500
- Sixth – Tenth: A$27,000
How many international horses have won the Northerly Stakes?
None. To date, no internationally trained horse has won Perth’s Northerly Stakes with the European gallopers more suited to longer distance races than the sprints / middle-distance races in Australia. It is also rare for the internationals to target races in Perth with the focus on Sydney and Melbourne races.
How many horses have won the Northerly Stakes more than once?
Five horses have won the Northerly Stakes more than once, most recently Playing God (2010-11).
Multiple Northerly Stakes winners: Family of Man (1976 & 1978), Summer Beau (1996-97), Old Comrade (2000-01), Niconero (2006 & 2008), and Playing God (2010-11).
What races will runners out of the Northerly Stakes target next?
Horses out of the Northerly Stakes race in Perth often continue on in WA to target the lucrative Group 3 $1.5 million The Gold Rush (1400m) back at the track later that month or for those stepping-up in distance the Group 2 Perth Cup (2400m) on New Year’s Day is an attractive summer target.
Northerly Stakes Barriers
The Northerly Stakes barrier draw and allocated Northerly Stakes starting gates play a key role for many punters when deciding on what horses to bet on in the big race.
When is the Northerly Stakes barrier draw?
The Northerly Stakes barrier draw is conducted on the same day as final acceptances close which is the Tuesday of race week. While the field is announced around midday, the barrier draw typically takes place later in the evening.
What is the most successful recent Northerly Stakes barrier draw?
Barrier 1 has produced five Northerly Stakes winners between 2000 and 2025, most recently Dom To Shoot in 2023.
Barrier 16 is the widest gate to produce a Northerly Stakes winner between 2000 and 2025, most recently with Sniper’s Bullet (2009).
Barrier 1 is the last gate to produce back-to-back Northerly Stakes winners with Amelia’s Jewel (2022) and Dom To Shoot (2023).
Barrier 9 is the latest Northerly Stakes winning barrier with Cosmic Crusader in 2025.
Breakdown of winning Northerly Stakes barriers between 2000-25:
- Barrier 1 – 5 (latest Dom To Shoot in 2023)
- Barrier 2 – 3 (latest Ihtsahymn in 2013)
- Barrier 3 – 0
- Barrier 4 – 1 (latest Luckygray in 2012)
- Barrier 5 – 1 (latest Playing God in 2011)
- Barrier 6 – 2 (latest Arcadia Queen in 2018)
- Barrier 7 – 1 (latest Blevvo in 2002)
- Barrier 8 – 4 (latest Regal Power in 2021)
- Barrier 9 – 2 (latest Cosmic Crusader in 2025)
- Barrier 10 – 2 (latest Megatic in 2007)
- Barrier 11 – 0
- Barrier 12 – 1 (latest Perfect Reflection in 2015
- Barrier 13 – 1 (latest Old Comrade in 2001)
- Barrier 14 – 2 (latest Light Infantry Man in 2024)
- Barrier 15 – 0
- Barrier 16 – 1 (latest Sniper’s Bullet in 2009)
Northerly Stakes Form
We offer a complete Northerly Stakes form guide and expert analysis on every horse in the Northerly Stakes field in addition to insider Northerly Stakes racing tips and betting odds.
Our Northerly Stakes form guides include:
- Northerly Stakes race preview and predictions
- Racing analysis on the event and runners
- Previous runs, barrier trials and lead-up statistics
- Key information on all horses in the race like trainer and jockey form
- Runner commentary
Whether you are just starting out tipping horses in the Northerly Stakes or you are an expert Northerly Stakes tipster, our form guide gives you all the statistics and information you need to make a smart bet on the Northerly Stakes.
How to Read the Northerly Stakes Guide
Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how to interpret a horse’s form and performance indicators when looking at this year’s Northerly Stakes form guide:
Barrier Position: Evaluate the horse’s barrier draw and its historical performance from similar starting positions.
Recent Performances: Review the horse’s last few races, focusing on finish positions and the quality of competition faced.
Track and Distance Records: Check the horse’s performance on similar track conditions and distances to gauge suitability.
Jockey and Trainer Stats: Consider the success rates of the jockey and trainer combination, particularly in the Northerly Stakes race.
Weight Carried: Analyse how the weight carried in previous races compares to the Northerly Stakes as this can impact performance.
Northerly Stakes Results
The Northerly Stakes results are known when the event takes place on a Saturday in early to mid-December.
You can bet on the Northerly Stakes race results weeks ahead of race day with our futures Northerly Stakes markets here at the TAB NZ.
Betting on the Northerly Stakes results entails picking the Northerly Stakes winning horse and we can help you place an informed bet on the Northerly Stakes field with our Northerly Stakes tips and form guide.
Other Northerly Stakes race results include the winning jockeys, trainers, successful barrier and finishing time.
The complete Northerly Stakes finishing order shows what position every horse in the field ran.
Some punters even like to place bets on what horse will finish last in the Northerly Stakes results!
Northerly Stakes exotic results show how all the exotic Northerly Stakes bet types resulted like the Northerly Stakes Quinella, Northerly Stakes Exacta, Northerly Stakes Trifecta, and Northerly Stakes First Four.
Northerly Stakes Jockeys
Securing a ride in the Northerly Stakes field is a highly sought-after achievement for jockeys around Australia and New Zealand. Winning this important early summer race is a nice campaign goal for many of Australasia’s top riders looking to secure a Group 1 trophy during the carnival.
What jockeys are riding in the Northerly Stakes field is determined by the owners and trainers of the horses, and official Northerly Stakes jockey announcements are made in the weeks and days leading up to the race.
Clint Johnston-Porter is the latest Northerly Stakes winning jockey having ridden Cosmic Crusader to victory in 2025.
Patrick Carbery is the last back-to-back Northerly Stakes winning jockey aboard Regal Power (2021) and Amelia’s Jewel (2022). Carbery also won with Pounamu (2017).
Who is the most successful recent Northerly Stakes jockey? Since the year 2000, both Paul Harvey and Steven Parnham have ridden four winners to victory.
Stay tuned to the TAB NZ racing blog to see what jockeys lock in a confirmed ride on one of the Northerly Stakes horses this spring.
Northerly Stakes Trainers
Since the year 2000, Grant Williams is the most successful Northerly Stakes winning trainer with four victories including his latest three in partnership with his daughter Alana.
Michael Grantham is the latest Northerly Stakes winning trainer having prepared Cosmic Crusader in 2025.
Kingston Town Classic/Northerly Stakes Winners
Notable Kingston Town Classic/Northerly Stakes winners throughout history include:
Family Of Man (1976, 1978): The inaugural winner of the race in 1976, Family Of Man was trained by George Hanlon and became one of the first multiple winners, adding a second victory in 1978. A versatile galloper, he captured major races across Australia including the Caulfield Cup, and his success helped establish the prestige of the then‑Western Mail Classic.
Kingston Town (1982): The race’s most famous winner, Kingston Town, claimed the 1982 edition. Already a three‑time Cox Plate champion, his victory in Perth added to a glittering record that made him one of Australia’s greatest racehorses. His name was later immortalised when the race was renamed the Kingston Town Classic for decades before becoming the Northerly Stakes.
Vo Rogue (1988): The Queensland cult hero Vo Rogue thrilled Perth crowds with his front‑running style, winning the 1988 edition. Known for his bold tactics and toughness, Vo Rogue’s victory added to his reputation as one of the most exciting gallopers of the late 1980s.
Better Loosen Up (1989): Before conquering Japan in the Japan Cup, Better Loosen Up won the 1989 Kingston Town Classic. His victory in Perth was part of a career that saw him become one of Australia’s greatest international performers, remembered for his versatility and toughness.
Summer Beau (1996, 1997): A local WA champion, Summer Beau became a dual winner of the race in consecutive years. His back‑to‑back triumphs cemented his place as one of Ascot’s finest middle‑distance performers of the 1990s.
Old Comrade (2000, 2001): Old Comrade was a WA star who won the race twice, defeating the likes of the race’s now namesake Northerly in memorable battles. His victories in 2000 and 2001 showcased his consistency and class, making him a fan favourite in Perth racing history.
Niconero (2006, 2008): Trained by David Hayes, Niconero became a dual winner of the Kingston Town Classic, taking the race in 2006 and again in 2008. His ability to travel and perform at the highest level made him one of the standout interstate raiders to conquer Ascot.
Playing God (2010, 2011): A WA‑trained champion, Playing God won back‑to‑back editions in 2010 and 2011. His victories underlined the strength of local talent, and he later became a successful sire, continuing his legacy in Western Australian racing.
Light Infantry Man (2024): The Ciaron Maher‑trained galloper took out the 2024 edition as a Victorian raider.
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Past Kingston Town Classic/Northerly Stakes Results
Previous Kingston Town Classic/Northerly Stakes winners, jockeys, trainers, barriers, and weights carried to victory dating back to the year 2005 are detailed in the below table.
| Year | Winner – Age/Gender Breeding | Jockey | Weight (kgs) | Trainer/s | Barrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | COSMIC CRUSADER (NZ) 5G MAURICE (JPN) – COSMIC STORM (AUS) STREET SENSE (USA) | CLINT JOHNSTON-PORTER | 59.0 | MICHAEL GRANTHAM | 9 |
| 2024 | LIGHT INFANTRY MAN (FR) 5G FAST COMPANY (IRE) – LIGHTS ON ME (GB) KYLLACHY (GB) | ETHAN BROWN | 59.0 | CIARON MAHER | 14 |
| 2023 | DOM TO SHOOT (AUS) 6G SHOOTING TO WIN (AUS) – PRINCESS ROUGE (NZ) PINS (AUS) | JARRAD NOSKE | 59.0 | S & J CASEY | 1 |
| 2022 | AMELIA’S JEWEL (AUS) 3F SIYOUNI (FR) – BUMBASINA (IRE) CANFORD CLIFFS (IRE) | P CARBERY | 50.0 | SIMON A MILLER | 1 |
| 2021 | REGAL POWER (AUS) 6G PIERRO (AUS) – BROADWAY BELLE (AUS) REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) | P CARBERY | 59.0 | G & A WILLIAMS | 8 |
| 2020 | TRULY GREAT (AUS) 5G DUNDEEL (NZ) – TRULY SPECIAL (AUS) JEUNE (GB) | CHRIS PARNHAM | 59.0 | G & A WILLIAMS | 8 |
| 2019 | KAY CEE (AUS) 3F PLAYING GOD (AUS) – FLIRT ‘N’ HOPE (AUS) MCFLIRT (NZ) | S PARNHAM | 50.0 | NEVILLE PARNHAM | 1 |
| 2018 | ARCADIA QUEEN (AUS) 3F PIERRO (AUS) – ARCADIA (AUS) REDOUTE’S CHOICE (AUS) | WILLIAM PIKE | 50.0 | G & A WILLIAMS | 6 |
| 2017 | POUNAMU (AUS) 6G AUTHORIZED (IRE) – TANGIWAI (AUS) STREET CRY (IRE) | P CARBERY | 59.0 | A D MATHEWS | 8 |
| 2016 | STRATUM STAR (AUS) 5H STRATUM (AUS) – PURELY SPECTACULAR (NZ) PINS (AUS) | DAMIAN LANE | 59.0 | DARREN WEIR | 1 |
| 2015 | PERFECT REFLECTION (AUS) 3F MORE THAN READY (USA) – REFLECTED IMAGE (AUS) BLUEBIRD (USA) | WILLIAM PIKE | 50.0 | GRANT WILLIAMS | 12 |
| 2014 | MORIARTY (IRE) 6G CLODOVIL (IRE) – JUSTICE SYSTEM (USA) CRIMINAL TYPE (USA) | D WHYTE | 59.0 | CHRIS WALLER | 1 |
| 2013 | IHTSAHYMN (AUS) 3G IHTIRAM (IRE) – UMATUNE (AUS) UMATILLA (NZ) | S PARNHAM | 52.0 | FRED KERSLEY | 2 |
| 2012 | LUCKYGRAY (AUS) 5G BRADBURY’S LUCK (AUS) – DAMAH LADY (AUS) MUKADDAMAH (USA) | S O’DONNELL | 59.0 | G P POLETTI | 4 |
| 2011 | PLAYING GOD (AUS) 4H BLACKFRIARS (AUS) – DOLLY WILL DO (AUS) RUBITON (AUS) | S PARNHAM | 58.5 | NEVILLE PARNHAM | 5 |
| 2010 | PLAYING GOD (AUS) 3C BLACKFRIARS (AUS) – DOLLY WILL DO (AUS) RUBITON (AUS) | S PARNHAM | 52.0 | NEVILLE PARNHAM | 8 |
| 2009 | SNIPER’S BULLET (AUS) 6G BITE THE BULLET (USA) – YALLAH TERRACE (AUS) YALLAH PRINCE (AUS) | DAMIEN OLIVER | 59.0 | TRACEY BARTLEY | 16 |
| 2008 | NICONERO (AUS) 7G DANZERO (AUS) – NICOLA LASS (AUS) SCENIC (IRE) | B RAWILLER | 59.0 | D A HAYES | 14 |
| 2007 | MEGATIC (AUS) 3G DANETIME (IRE) – MEGA ROLE (AUS) OLD SPICE (AUS) | P J HARVEY | 52.0 | A F BECKETT | 10 |
| 2006 | NICONERO (AUS) 5G DANZERO (AUS) – NICOLA LASS (AUS) SCENIC (IRE) | B RAWILLER | 58.0 | D A HAYES | 9 |
| 2005 | EARLY EXPRESS (AUS) 6G DAUBERVAL (USA) – EARLY DAWN (AUS) IFRAD (USA) | J WHITING | 58.0 | P J GIADRESCO | 2 |
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