LUCKY NEKO (8) returns after a five-month spell. Opened last prep with a gallant third in heavy going over this distance at Murwillumbah. In good hands and should be ready to make an immediate impact. OL' MATE COOP (12) last appeared when a distant third on debut over 800m on a soft track at Coffs Harbour on 12 January. No subsequent barrier trials to measure him by. Has some ability so any betting push should be respected. BARRON (1) returns for a sixth campaign at his thirtieth start. Handles wet ground, generally performs well when fresh, and this is his pet trip. Worth an each-way investment. MAGNOLIA JEWEL (17) last raced when fourth over 1000m at Hawkesbury on 15 December. Went okay at the provincials last prep so this looks a nice race to launch the new campaign. ZOUANDME (6) has switched stables and is back from a four-month break. In the market at both runs to date but didn't fire. Expect he has a bit more to offer.