HALLE BEE (9) consistent mare who gets her chance in this easier contest. Trained on the track and narrowly beaten again when sitting on the speed for a narrow second over 1400m at Inverell. Looker keeps the ride and will take catching. HIDEYO (10) third-up for this after attacking the line late when a close-up second over 1405m at Coffs Harbour. Since fitted with a 1200m tick over trial and the tongue-tie goes on. Leading player. SAINTLY SANDS (13) encouraging debut when motored late from well back to secure third over 1200m here on January 6. Ready for this trip and further now and should prove hard to hold out. SHOWRUNNER (6) kept safe in betting on debut when covering ground for a gritty third over 1280m at Muswellbrook. Further improved and expecting another strong showing again from the inside draw.