PAPPIANA (11) was a determined maiden winner last time out, scoring by a nose over 1400m at Tamworth. Shaping up nicely and she should be in the finish. FLEETLY (13) was too good for a maiden field last start over 1400m at Armidale, scoring by half a length. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Serious contender again with the confidence high. ALWAYS A SAINT (5) ran below expectations last time at Dubbo, finishing fifth and beaten 1.5 lengths starting at $3.30. Taking on a better field but he is up to the task. RAYMOND'S REWARD (7) is putting together some solid results. Finished third at Armidale two starts back then got the job done by 0.8 lengths as public elect last time out over 1400m at Armidale. Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish.