Long regarded as the ultimate launching pad to Group 1 success, the carnival reinforced that status again last spring through the rise of Autumn Boy and Half Yours on the national stage.

The Queensland Racing Carnival returns to Eagle Farm this week for the final Group 1 of the season with the Tattersall’s Tiara.

In 2025, Tashi rebounded from being runner-up in the Group 2 Dane Ripper Stakes to take out the $700,000 race.

Additionally, the famous Battle of the Bush Final will see a number of Queensland’s best country and regional horses battle it out on the big stage, with $200,000 once again up for grabs.