Smart sprinter Houtzen has revved up preparations for her Group One English assignment with a strong work-out ahead of the King's Stand Stakes.

Houtzen has worked between races at the Gold Coast in preparation for a trip to Sydney.

Houtzen's performance in a Group Three race for fillies at Moonee Valley will determine whether she presses on to the $10 million Everest as planned.

Magic Millions Classic winner Houtzen has tuned up for her first Melbourne start with an easy win in a Gold Coast barrier trial.

Magic Millions Classic winner Houtzen has tuned up for her first Melbourne start with an easy win in a Gold Coast barrier trial.