One of the great champions of the modern era, Northerly has died after suffering complications following a colic attack.

Ranger will be out to emulate former Western Australian champion Northerly by winning the Carlyon Cup at his first start in Melbourne.

First it was the Whanganui Whizkid, later to become better known as “The Babe” Brent Thomson. Then it was “Billy Idol” alias Shane Dye. Now its the turn of the "Kid From Kaipaki" James McDonald.

First it was the Whanganui Whizkid, later to become better known as “The Babe” Brent Thomson. Then it was “Billy Idol” alias Shane Dye. Now its the turn of the "Kid From Kaipaki" James McDonald.

Last year's winning margin (two lengths) in the Dato Tan Chin Nam or Feehan Stakes, was the biggest in quite a long time.