Showy grey Stratocaster has conquered his own colour in New Zealand and now he’s attempting to do the same in Australia when he tackles the greys in the Off The Track Subzero Handicap (1400m) at Flemington on Thursday.

Enigmatic galloper Stratocaster booked his ticket for a crack at the riches of the Melbourne spring carnival when he cruised to victory at New Plymouth on the weekend.

Guineas target for Brighton; Stratocaster staying put; Eric heads north early; Perfect Harmonee caps winning week for connections.

Grand final day is approaching for Emma-lee Browne and Jeff McVean's summer team.

Jeff McVean and Emma-Lee Browne are looking forward to Stratocaster’s first distance test in the Gr.2 Avondale Guineas.