The Straight Six at Flemington became the target for Maharba after a wide draw and weight forced him out of the Wagga Town Plate.

Joyful Fortune will chase a third victory at Flemington when he runs in the Straight Six.

Progressive mare Tashi will be chasing her first black-type win.

Visiting New Zealand jockey Michael McNab has landed a feature race win on the tricky Mornington track.

Nicolini Vito will kick-off his winter campaign in the Hareeba Stakes at Mornington.