Top 5 Australasian Oaks winners

Top 5 Australasian Oaks Winners

The Australasian Oaks (2000m) is a Group 1 race for three-year-old fillies held at Morphettville Racecourse in Adelaide. First run in 1980, it has been won by some champion gallopers over the years. Here are our top 5 Australasian Oaks winners since 1980.

About the Australasian Oaks

The Australasian Oaks is run during the Adelaide Autumn Carnival, typically in late April or early May. The 2000m trip tests both speed and stamina, making it one of the most informative classics for predicting future broodmare prospects.

Race Details:

• Distance: 2000m
• Track: Morphettville Racecourse, Adelaide
• Class: Group 1
• Eligibility: 3YO fillies
• Prize Money: 00,000+

Top 5 Australasian Oaks Winners

1. ROSE OF KINGSTON (1982)

Trained by Bob Hoysted and ridden by Peter Cook, Rose of Kingston dominated the 1982 Australasian Oaks before going on to win the VRC Oaks and become a champion broodmare. Her influence on the Australian thoroughbred breed is still felt today through her descendants.

2. ETHIOPIA (2013)

Trained by Pat Carey and ridden by Vlad Duric, Ethiopia announced herself as a star with a dominant win in the 2013 Australasian Oaks. She went on to become a multiple Group 1 winner and an outstanding broodmare.

3. HONORIFICS (2002)

The Leon Macdonald-trained filly produced a powerhouse performance to win the 2002 Australasian Oaks. She later became a successful broodmare, producing stakes winners.

4. SERENADE ROSE (2005)

Trained by David Hayes, Serenade Rose was a dominant winner who went on to capture multiple Group 1 races. She proved herself one of the best fillies of her generation.

5. GOOREE (1997)

The Bart Cummings-trained filly added the Australasian Oaks to her impressive resume. She was a tough, genuine stayer who trained on to win more feature races.

Recent Australasian Oaks Winners

Australasian Oaks Betting Trends

When betting on the Australasian Oaks, keep these trends in mind:

• Favourites perform well: The market usually gets this right – favourites have a strong strike rate
• Form from the SA Fillies Classic: The SA 3YO Classic (1800m) is the key lead-up
• Barrier draw: Middle barriers (4-8) have the best record at Morphettville over 2000m
• Weight: Set weights and penalties – fillies carrying 55.5kg or less have an advantage

Where to Bet on the Australasian Oaks

Upcoming Australasian Oaks

The 2025 Australasian Oaks will be held at Morphettville Racecourse in late April or early May. Check back closer to the race for our comprehensive preview, tips and betting guide.

Last updated: March 2026. Winners list updated through 2024. Gamble responsibly. 18+ only.