These are our selections for this particular meeting - and an indication of 'how we performed'. It will also give you an insight as to what to expect when you subscribe to our service.
Best career run when resuming three weeks ago. Obviously matured over its spell period
Main Danger
3 Parklight Prince
F: X4663B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Fraser Auret )
Whanganui trainer brings north for 7th start and steps up in distance today. Will enjoy the better track conditions
Next Best
9 Chataya
F: 22542B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Shane Crawford )
But for the photo finish going against it last start, it would be running in a r65 today. Improves and rates a chance
Consider
4 Voldemort
Dividend : $8.20, $2.80
Won
F: 88X28B(8)W(58.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Catherine Cameron )
Getting back early didn't help its chances last time, as well as the Heavy ground unsuitable. Better chance today
Longer Odds
12 Private Treaty
F: 4X377B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Glenn Old )
Trainer has two in the race and we like the jockey booking for this one
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 8.20
Place1 4 $ 2.80
Place2 5 $ 1.90
Place3 11 $ 3.70
Quinella 4:5 $ 21.60
Trifecta 4:5:11 $ 560.80
First4 4:5:11:9 $ 2162.20
Race 2 - ENTAIN/NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES F&M MAIDEN
Time: 12:45 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
6 Luvabeel
Dividend : $1.20
Place
F: 568XB(5)W(57.5)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
If class counts for anything, this one will be winning. Last raced against Leica Lucy in a G2 in February and subsequently spelled. Looked the part in winning its trial
Main Danger
3 Amusement
Dividend : $5.90, $2.40
Won
F: 4XB(9)W(57.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Darryn & Briar Weatherley )
Will have learnt a lot from debut run in March when not too far away. Looked forward when in behind Luvabeel in its trial to prepare
Next Best
13 Moonbeams
F:B(2)W(55.0)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
On debut and this trainer has them spot on when fresh up. Tight in the market and that's a good indicator
Consider
4 Annabelle
F: 4346XB(8)W(57.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Danica Guy )
Resumes after one trial and trainer says she's fit and expected to go well
Longer Odds
1 Sweet Envy
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 352X2B(4)W(57.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Josh Shaw )
Has 5 seconds on its CV so the ability to be winning is there. Odds look favourable with place finish beckoning
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 5.90
Place1 3 $ 2.40
Place2 6 $ 1.20
Place3 1 $ 2.30
Quinella 3:6 $ 6.30
Trifecta 3:6:1 $ 99.20
First4 3:6:1:11 $ 940.10
Double 4:3 $ 38.40
Race 3 - FOX & HOUNDS TAUPO MAIDEN
Time: 1:18 PM | Distance: 1300 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
5 Born To Be Royal
F: 237XB(7)W(55.5)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
But for running in Stakes races in two of its three runs last time up, it wouldn't be contesting a maiden today, as either of those two runs would have got it home in March. Trialled and can get the job done
Main Danger
6 Oratia Beauty
Dividend : $6.80, $1.90
Won
F: 24B(6)W(55.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Kylie Hoskin )
Despite drawing gate 9 at Ruakaka, it was seen finishing the race off to good effect when resuming. That race day experience should pay dividends here
Next Best
2 Magic Carpet
Dividend : $2.60
Place
F: 3B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Only 1 1/2 lengths behind the very talented Quantum Leap on debut and will come on a lot for the experience. Nicely drawn in gate 2
Consider
4 Kygo Star
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F:B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Chad Ormsby )
On debut. Won last of three trials and improving. Scratched when down to run last week
Longer Odds
10 Licorice
F:B(3)W(55.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Danica Guy )
Trainer was very bullish about this one's future. Described at as " ... a beautiful, well-bred filly ... ", so one to consider
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 6.80
Place1 6 $ 1.90
Place2 4 $ 1.90
Place3 2 $ 2.60
Quinella 4:6 $ 28.40
Trifecta 6:4:2 $ 302.30
First4 6:4:2:3 $ 4977.50
Race 4 - PREZZY CARD NORTHERN COUNTRY CUPS SERIES MAIDEN
Time: 1:52 PM | Distance: 1300 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
8 Solid Gold
F:B(4)W(55.5)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Roger James & Robert Wellwood )
On debut and won last of three trials, three weeks ago, when getting today's track conditions. Steady support since opening and well drawn
Main Danger
6 Miss Parker
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 64XB(3)W(55.5)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Kylie Hoskin )
Only the two runs in its first campaign and tested in a Stakes race in the last of them. Didn't disappoint and looks likely to do well this time up
Next Best
2 Rock Hudson
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 6X44B(6)W(57.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Tony Pike )
Has been running on the synthetic. Stable's runners are going well right now so don't discard chances
Consider
7 Places To Be
Dividend : $12.20, $2.20
Won
F:B(1)W(55.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Kelly Van Dyk )
On debut with Craig Grylls riding, plus rails draw, to advantage
Longer Odds
11 Scaredoheights
F:B(2)W(55.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Peter & Shaun McKay )
On debut and has been backed down from opening $17. This stable partnership is getting better results as time goes by
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 12.20
Place1 7 $ 2.20
Place2 6 $ 1.80
Place3 2 $ 1.60
Quinella 6:7 $ 27.10
Trifecta 7:6:2 $ 211.00
First4 7:6:2:8 $ 523.20
Double 6:7 $ 61.10
Treble 3:6:7 $ 643.20
Race 5 - DPA CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS NZB MEGA MAIDEN SERIES
Time: 2:27 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
6 Gossip
F: 2X22XB(1)W(56.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Danica Guy )
Danica Guy will have targeted this race for this exciting 4yo as, if it wins, the connections will get bonuses of $25k. Only beaten a head in both races earlier this year, and will be stronger now. Rails draw
Main Danger
11 King's English
Dividend : $1.30
Place
F:B(8)W(56.0)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Akau runner on debut and comes into this with a good reputation, back up by a lot of early money. Has looked good at the trials but has drawn wide
Next Best
8 Scolera
Dividend : $11.50, $3.00
Won
F:B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Jim Collett )
Nicely drawn for first race day run. Has been patiently handled, being given time after winning a trial back in February ... and won its latest 3 weeks ago
Consider
16 Woman In Charge
Dividend : $3.50
Place
F:B(4)W(54.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
On debut after 5 trials reaching back a year. So patient and this good stable gets the improvement
Longer Odds
14 Bellavinsky
F: 5B(7)W(54.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Emma Faber )
Promising run here a month ago, when on debut, exceeding expectations to be just 6 lengths away. Takes improvement out of that
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 11.50
Place1 8 $ 3.00
Place2 16 $ 3.50
Place3 11 $ 1.30
Quinella 8:16 $ 62.10
Trifecta 8:16:11 $ 404.10
First4 8:16:11:6 $ 814.20
Race 6 - THE BELLE FAMILY
Time: 2:57 PM | Distance: 1100 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
10 Marokopa Falls
Indicative Odds: $ 3.20
F: 1340XB(2)W(54.5)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
After wining on debut, Te Akau put this one up against the best fillies around as a 2yo, in its next 3 races. Ran well and, after two trials, should be fit enough to start things off right again now resuming. Gets the 3kg claim
Main Danger
6 Sweet Ice
Indicative Odds: $ 12.00
F: 166XB(6)W(56.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-David Greene )
Looked smart when winning on debut last December and ran OK in two more Stakes races before being spelled 6 months ago. The EW value
Next Best
3 She's All That
Indicative Odds: $ 6.50
F: 6128XB(5)W(57.5)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
When going for a spell in March, left an impression behind that she'd be a bit better with time and so is one to follow this campaign. Has trialled
Consider
8 Vesphire
Indicative Odds: $ 10.00
F: 52646B(11)W(56.0)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Ralph Manning )
Probably won't be winning but is from a stable that has them ready fresh up so definitely a place prospect
Longer Odds
2 Opaea Joe
Indicative Odds: $ 17.00
F: 21390B(10)W(58.5)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-Gavin Opie )
The result shows it finishing 10th last start but , even so, it was only 2 3/4 lengths off the winner in a good field. Was a $61 shot then and just needs to overcome wide draw
Results
Race 7 - INGLIS READY2RACE SALE - 16 OCT
Time: 2:58 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
1 Hakkinen
Indicative Odds: $ 6.00
F: 1448XB(1)W(61.5)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Akau runner that looks a good type for these spring races. Only the 5 runs last campaign, winning one, but last start it ran well in the Derby. Will be wanting further but this apprentice settles them well and can get the finishing sprint out of it
Main Danger
3 Bellezor
Indicative Odds: $ 6.50
F: 77973B(9)W(58.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Paul Richards )
Three time winner that will be fir from recent races and a much better proposition now on this firmer surface
Next Best
2 Top Shelf
Indicative Odds: $ 6.50
F: 412XB(8)W(60.5)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
A Te Akau runner with ability and will be winning soon. Has had 3 trials but might need a run or two to be winning, especially given that its drawn gate 9
Consider
5 On The Town
Indicative Odds: $ 6.00
F: 2895XB(4)W(58.0)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Resuming from 3 month spell and surprised to see it backed down to favourite. Needs to be considered on the back of that
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
12 Live On Air
Indicative Odds: $ 7.00
F: 37588B(6)W(55.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Danica Guy )
Danica Guy says this 5yo mare is " ... flying and one of my best chances"
Results
Race 8 - CHRIS JOLLY OUTDOORS
Time: 2:59 PM | Distance: 1800 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
1 Top Dollar
Indicative Odds: $ 3.10
F: X7231B(4)W(59.0)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray )
Nicely placed to win its maiden on the synthetic three weeks ago. That will have given it good confidence to go on to better things
Main Danger
4 Stella Success
Indicative Odds: $ 10.00
F: X7915B(6)W(57.0)
( J-Amber Riddell )
( T-Joshua Lavelle & Sacha Rennie )
Comes north as a mare with good potential. Caught punters out two back when up to middle distance for the first time and today's distance should be just perfect
Next Best
2 Blackwaterfoot
Indicative Odds: $ 7.50
F: 296X5B(2)W(57.0)
( J-Bridget Grylls )
( T-Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray )
Won a trial last month before resuming with a nice run on the synthetic. That will have brought good improvement and will be hard to beat today
Consider
6 Vickezzlastcall
Indicative Odds: $ 6.00
F: 5197B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Just the 4 runs so plenty of upside. Won its maiden three back and both fields since have been stronger than this
Longer Odds
9 All Shook Up
Indicative Odds: $ 8.50
F: 09X40B(8)W(55.5)
( J-Elen Nicholas )
( T-Stephen Ralph )
There's not much to like about most of the 'roughies' but this one goes alright 'on its day'