OTIUM (7) ran below expectations last time at Newcastle over 1870m, finishing fourth and beaten 4 lengths. Can atone for that last run. VEANDECHANCE (1) proved too strong two runs ago at this track. Not as effective last time out when tenth over 1435m at Grafton, beaten 7 lengths. Needs to be at her best to beat this field but she deserves plenty of thought. WANNAWINWIN (5) drifted well back last start before winding up strongly to finish second, beaten 1.4 lengths, over 2100m at Wyong. Among the chances again. STROBING (6) was in the placings when a length away from the winner last time at Port Macquarie on heavy going and drops in the weights. Has a win and four minor placings from six starts at this track and distance. Not to be discounted.