Houlgatte saluted the judge to score a comfortable win with Angara for trainer Paul Perry.
Dylan Gibbons placed second on board Bangetta with Braith Nock third on Foolish.
Jake Barrett and Olivia Chambers, each boasting 9 points, share the Rising Star lead after 5 heats in what is shaping to be a hotly contested series.
Coffs Harbour will host Heat 6 on November 30th.
| Current Leaderboard | |
| Olivia Chambers | 9 Points |
| Jake Barrett | 9 Points |
| Mollie Fitzgerald | 7 Points |
| Beany Panya | 7 Points |
Check out the Rising Star Series page for the latest point score, honour roll, conditions etc.