Talented North Queensland mare Ruby July will make a low-key comeback at Innisfail on Saturday ahead of a likely return trip to Brisbane.

After a luckless trip to Brisbane for the Battle of the Bush Final last year, Joshua Manzelmann and consistent galloper Such A Whit are about to head south again eager for a better result.

Atherton trainer Michael Lee has enjoyed considerable success with his top broodmare Platinum Ruby and now hopes of one of her progeny can take him to Brisbane again.

Townsville training family the McGuires are keeping their fingers crossed for a remarkable comeback for one-time Northern Cups hope Tears To Glory at Cluden Park on Saturday.

Aquis Park’s QTIS Jewel Race day is still a month away but the contenders from the north of the state are already starting to emerge.