KULINA (5) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid third at Yarra Valley over 1209m after being prominent from the outset. Sits handy in the run. Finds a suitable race and can take the next step and salute. PARADISE ISLAND (8) showed little early speed last start and failed to come on in the straight when seventh, beaten 8 lengths, over 955m at Moonee Valley. Has the ability to figure prominently. DILUTION (11) ran below expectations last time at Holbrook, finishing seventh and beaten 3 lengths starting at $4.80. Finds a tougher race but this looks well within his grasp. ROCKBARTON SHOUT (12) finished second two runs back at Holbrook then improved last time out to score by 1.5 lengths as public elect over 1000m at Dederang. Finds a suitable race and can make it two in succession.