Trainer Chris Waller, jockey Hugh Bowman and the owners of Winx are all noticing slight differences this campaign but are pleased with the mare's preparation.

Winx has claimed another award ahead of her return to racing, being named the NSW Horse of the Year for the second time.

Former Godolphin Australia managing director Henry Plumptre has been fined in the strangles case with ex-Godolphin trainer John O'Shea guilty of two charges.

Ten-year-old gelding Wells will have eight rivals at Ballarat as he attempts to win a third Grand National Steeplechase.

The PB Lawrence Stakes at Caulfield is set to feature the return of a host of trainer Darren Weir's spring carnival contenders.