SLIPPERY (3) hit the frame two starts ago at New Plymouth Raceway but ran below par last time when eighth and beaten 3.5 lengths over 1200m at Trentham. Ideally placed and is sure to play a major role. BODACIOUS KATE (6) has been out of the placings in two runs since a break, the latest when 12th, beaten 7 lengths, over 1200m at Trentham. Should be peaking now and is among the main hopes. SHARE POWER (7) hasn't been able to break through for an extended period, the latest effort a sixth over 1400m at New Plymouth Raceway after being in contention on the turn. Faces an easier assignment so he is a major player. LUCULLAN (9) resumes from a spell of three months. Looked close to a win before that break, finishing off with a minor placing over 1000m at Tauherenikau. Has ability and is worth including.