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Michael Costa is leading the premiership in the UAE. Johanne Taylor will depart the Waller stable to join the Costa in the New Year. Taylor says a QLD horse was the catalyst for her staying in the racing industry.

Detonator Jack will proceed to the rich Ingham on Saturday week at Randwick. Darren Dance says should he win the G2 feature, the Doncaster will definitely be on the radar during the Autumn given the ballot exemption.

Barry Baldwin won't be lost to racing, even though he saddles up his final runner today. Baldwin says Chris Anderson is keen for him to assist around the stable.

Robbie Laing says he is still doing it tough, but doesn't want sympathy. Laing who saddles up a talented horse today at Sandown (El Soleado) says the Bamford family who own the horse, have always been terrific support.

Rockhampton colt Astapor appears a genuine Magic Millions player following two impressive wins. Trainer Clint Taylor says he will have one more run before the January 13 feature.

Shock 'Em Ova will face his acid test in this weekend's Zipping Classic at Caulfield. Alex Rae says he's excited about stepping him up to 2400M for the first time.

Anemacore is a horse on the rise in QLD and may have one more run this prep. Trainer Shaun Dwyer says he is really looking forward to stretching him out in distance next preparation.

The Fixer, two starts at the Sunshine Coast for 2 arrogant wins. Jack Bruce says he has terrific potential and wants to take baby steps with the horse at this stage.

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Simon and Ed Crisford are yet to lock in a rider for West Wind Blows in the Hong Kong Vase (2400M). Simon Crisford says they have been working hard in an attempt to improve his tardiness out of the barriers.

Lindsey Smith says Jamie Kah will be told to take no prisoners in the G1 Railway Stks. Smith says he has made a decision to change things up (work wise) with Tuvalu.

The Map absolutely bolted in on Melb Cup day at Flemington. Co-trainer Dan Clarken says the Adelaide Cup is well and truly on the radar if she fires tomorrow at Morphettville.

Robbie Dolan's passion for singing will always remain but he wants to focus totally on race riding. Dolan says the move north to QLD has been very rewarding so far.

Gifted young rider Jasmine Cornish is uncertain about what her future holds. Cornish says her back pain is quite debilitating some days.

Over $16M was spent on day 1 at Karaka R2R sale yesterday. Managing director of NZB Andrew Seabrook says an extraordinary figure, up almost $5M in comparison with day 1 last year.

QLD bred filly Keshi Boom will be attempting to maintain her unbeaten record in Saturday's WA Guineas. Co-trainer Grant Williams says she is not big but the engine is powerful.

He kicked him in the face one day and he knew he did the wrong thing. Coal Crusher is quirky, intelligent and much loved by Brave Pride. Pride says he wouldn't have it any other way.

Bring on the Brisbane Winter Carnival for G1 Rupert Clarke winner Magic Time. Grahame Begg says the Stradbroke is an option, although there is another race which really appeals.

Some QLD trainers are paying over $200k annually for work cover premiums. Cam Partington (QLD ATA) says Racing QLD are doing their best to lighten the load for participants.

Arguably Australia's most improved racehorse Strait Acer, will be targeted towards next year's Stradbroke Hcp. Ed Cummings says the Hall Mark Stks may be a nice starting point during the Sydney Autumn.

Barbie's Sister has been sent for a freshen-up following her debut second last weekend. Gollan says her sister Outback Barbie won the Calaway Gal and that she may tackle that same race on December 9.

Prince Of Boom's summer prep is now up in the air following the horse pulling up with an issue last weekend. Rob Heathcote says he is keen to do more tests before deciding what happens next.