Has placed in 2 of 3 career starts and appears to be building nicely second-up from a spell. The fast tempo should suit her finishing style, and she drops from stronger company at Ascot.
Western Australia · Monday 26 January 2026
Bunbury tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Bunbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Nelson Irrigation Australia Mdn
Has shown improvement with each run and gets in with just 52kg. The inside draw should allow her to secure a good position in midfield, though she'll need to find clear running in the straight.
The booking of Brad Parnham (15% strike rate for the stable) is significant, and the likely speed map has this runner taking up a forward position from barrier 4.
Now second-up from a spell, she should strip fitter and has the advantage of barrier 1. The Pearce stable knows how to prepare a winner.
- 1st6Pariah's ThanksHolly Watson$12.00
- 2nd3MaythisbetheoneLucy F Fiore$2.70
- 3rd2Deepest DesireBrad Parnham$2.70
- 4th5Hello VenetaHolly Nottle$12.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Pariah's Thanks | 6 | Holly Watson | D & B Pearce | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Maythisbetheone | 7 | Lucy F Fiore | D R Harrison | 55kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 2 | Deepest Desire | 4 | Brad Parnham | D & B Pearce | 57kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 5 | Hello Veneta | 1 | Holly Nottle | D & B Pearce | 53kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 4 | My Testimony | 2 | Natika Riordan | Tiarnna Noske | 52kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Call Nick | 3 | Austin Galati | D & B Pearce | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Hard To Ignore | 5 | Chanel Cooper | Ryan Hill | 53kg | $12.00 |
Hunter Industries Mdn
The J F Miller-trained filly gets the services of Lucy Fiore who combines well with this stable (21% strike rate). The addition of lugging bit and winkers suggests connections expect improvement, and the midfield draw suits with the predicted fast tempo.
Holly Nottle (14% strike rate at Bunbury) is a significant jockey booking, and the middle barrier draw should allow tactical options in a race with likely fast tempo.
Hot Chix Lane returns from a spell with the advantage of barrier 1, which should provide a perfect run in transit. Holly Watson's low strike rate at Bunbury (3%) is a concern, but the perfect draw offsets this.
The Ryan Hill-trained runner gets the services of Victoria Corver who has a solid 12% strike rate at Bunbury. The addition of blinkers first time suggests connections expect a focused debut, and barrier 3 should allow tactical options.
- 1st3SharpassaLucy F Fiore$1.70
- 2nd4Hot Chix LaneHolly Watson$3.00
- 3rd8ZioliteHolly Nottle$11.00
- 4th1River BeautyChanel Cooper$41.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Sharpassa | 4 | Lucy F Fiore | J F Miller | 54.5kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 4 | Hot Chix Lane | 1 | Holly Watson | D R Harrison | 54.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Ziolite | 5 | Holly Nottle | Takahide Ikenushi | 52.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 1 | River Beauty | 8 | Chanel Cooper | R J Malpass | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Machinemdown | 7 | Joey Azzopardi | A G Durrant | 54.5kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Pennylass | 2 | Jason Whiting | A W Maley | 54.5kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Mt Magnet Gold | 6 | Shaun O'Donnell | M L Lane | 54.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 6 | College Commander | 3 | Victoria Corver | Ryan Hill | 54.5kg | $16.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Honey Boo | 9 | Jefferson Tsang | J E Grieve | 50kg | $81.00 |
Toro Australia Mdn
The filly's second-up record shows improvement, and the application of blinkers first time should sharpen her focus.
His track record is excellent (5: 0-2-1) including a placing at this track and distance. The gelding gets the services of Shaun O'Donnell who boasts a 25% strike rate at Bunbury. While yet to win, his consistency makes him a major player.
The 3yo gelding gets significant weight relief and the services of Holly Nottle who has a 25% strike rate with this trainer.
The gelding placed third two starts back and gets the services of Brad Parnham who's riding at 15% recently. From barrier 3, he should get an economical run in a race where many runners are struggling for form. The 10-day freshen-up could see him improve.
- 1st6Buster BiffHolly Nottle$6.50
- 2nd1Magic CaratsShaun O'Donnell$1.50
- 3rd7Keri CommanderVictoria Corver$15.00
- 4th4ExcavationBrad Parnham$8.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Buster Biff | 8 | Holly Nottle | D R Harrison | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Magic Carats | 9 | Shaun O'Donnell | B R Larsson | 58kg | $1.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Keri Commander | 5 | Victoria Corver | Ryan Hill | 54.5kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Excavation | 3 | Brad Parnham | D T McAuliffe | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Sunday Mass | 2 | Joey Azzopardi | A G Durrant | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Kody's Belle | 4 | Keshaw Dhurun | Mack Hall | 54.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 2 | Ain'tnocureforlove | 6 | Jade Mc Naught | Ms M J Midgley | 58kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Newington Boy | 7 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Ryan Hill | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Willyabrup | 1 | Jason Whiting | B Monteleone | 58kg | $101.00 |
Nutrien Water Mdn
She's dropping significantly in class after racing in stronger company and has the benefit of Holly Nottle aboard, who combines with trainer McAuliffe at an impressive 29% strike rate. The filly has been knocking on the door with placings in her last two starts.
The gelding is dropping significantly in class after racing in open company and gets the services of Brad Parnham who combines with trainer Lane at an impressive 27% strike rate. His last start fourth showed promise and the step up to 1400m looks suitable.
La Nocciola brings solid recent form, having finished a close third over this distance at Bunbury last start. She's the only runner with a placing at this track and distance, which is significant given the specific demands of the 1400m at Bunbury. The filly is showing an improving pattern and gets in with just 51.5kg.
She's dropping significantly in class and draws the inside barrier which should be advantageous. Shaun O'Donnell is a strong booking with a 25% strike rate at Bunbury.
- 1st2Barney RommelChanel Cooper$18.00
- 2nd12Vampi QueenLucy F Fiore$2.45
- 3rd3SafedeelBrad Parnham$7.50
- 4th9Queen SelyseHolly Nottle$3.70
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Barney Rommel | 14 | Chanel Cooper | T M Wolfe | 54.5kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Vampi Queen | 2 | Lucy F Fiore | D & B Pearce | 54.5kg | $2.45 |
| 3rd | 3 | Safedeel | 13 | Brad Parnham | M L Lane | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Queen Selyse | 4 | Holly Nottle | D T McAuliffe | 52.5kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 5 | Luna Ballet | 1 | Shaun O'Donnell | Renee Forrest | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Poppy's Roses | 5 | Holly Watson | Holly Taylor | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Ludington | 11 | Jefferson Tsang | Ms S Naylor | 53kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Secretchino | 3 | Jason Whiting | A W Maley | 54.5kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Jobeth's Prayer | 9 | Madi Derrick | Rebecca Bayliss | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Superb Vintage | 6 | Chloe Azzopardi | Darren Taylor | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 10 | La Nocciola | 12 | Natika Riordan | P E Roberts | 51.5kg | $7.00 |
| 12th | 8 | Principal Dealer | 7 | Keshaw Dhurun | N D Parnham | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 13th | 1 | Opal Nero | 10 | Jade Mc Naught | Tania Burns | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 14th | 4 | Awarded Glory | 8 | Joey Azzopardi | D & B Pearce | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
Wittens Irrigation & Design Hcp (C1)
Tosen Impact brings the strongest form credentials despite being first-up. Has tactical versatility to overcome the wide draw and should appreciate the moderate-fast tempo. Holly Nottle's riding style suits, and the 1677m first-up looks ideal for a horse who thrives over middle distances.
Has shown versatility in running style and should get a perfect midfield position from barrier 4. The step up to 1677m looks ideal based on her strong 1600m performances.
Maximum Impact is the quintessential place-getter with only 1 win but 8 placings from 60 starts. Recent form has been consistent with a 4th at Narrogin and 6th at Pinjarra over similar distances. Gets significant weight relief with just 51.5kg and should appreciate the moderate-fast tempo. Barrier 7 allows options and the 1677m distance looks suitable based on previous performances.
Peter Farrell has won on this mare before and knows her well. The class rise is significant but she's shown ability at similar distances and should appreciate the moderate-fast tempo from a middle barrier.
- 1st9Maximum ImpactNatika Riordan$12.00
- 2nd2Annie WarbucksAustin Galati$3.10
- 3rd8Hot NovaCassey Martinan$31.00
- 4th5Lyn's StarChanel Cooper$6.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Maximum Impact | 7 | Natika Riordan | B Monteleone | 51.5kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Annie Warbucks | 4 | Austin Galati | Jordan Rolfe | 58.5kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 8 | Hot Nova | 8 | Cassey Martinan | Sky Ballinger | 51.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Lyn's Star | 3 | Chanel Cooper | Ryan Hill | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Angel Shame | 5 | Chloe Azzopardi | Kirsten Melis | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Venus King | 2 | Brad Parnham | D T McAuliffe | 60kg | $3.90 |
| 7th | 3 | Tosen Impact | 9 | Holly Nottle | Takahide Ikenushi | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 6 | Who Told Kayla | 6 | Peter Farrell | Ms K Farrell | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Lakeview Lightning | 1 | Jade Mc Naught | Tania Burns | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
Swan Draught Hcp (C5)
Galway Shawl brings a perfect 3 from 3 record at Bunbury and tactical speed that should see her settle prominently from barrier 9. Her first-up record is excellent (1 from 1) and Jason Whiting has a strong 67% strike rate on this mare. While stepping up in class, she's a progressive type with significant upside and should prove hard to beat.
Desert Life is first-up but drops in class and gets the benefit of blinkers for the first time. Her wet track form is excellent and she's shown ability at metropolitan level. Shaun O'Donnell (25% strike rate at Bunbury) is a significant jockey booking, and as a 3YO filly, she has natural improvement to come. The class drop is significant.
The advantageous barrier 2 draw should allow him to settle in a prominent position, and the removal of winkers could sharpen him up. While his win strike rate is modest, he's proven at the distance and should be finishing strongly.
Holly Nottle (14% strike rate at Bunbury) is a positive jockey booking.
- 1st2Galway ShawlJason Whiting$2.35
- 2nd8Desert LifeShaun O'Donnell$10.00
- 3rd4HezangelicGiaan O'Donnell$4.20
- 4th1Lost GravityAva Catarino$9.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Galway Shawl | 9 | Jason Whiting | B V Watkins | 57kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 8 | Desert Life | 5 | Shaun O'Donnell | M L Lane | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Hezangelic | 6 | Giaan O'Donnell | Mitchell Pateman | 52.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 1 | Lost Gravity | 3 | Ava Catarino | Misty Bazeley | 57kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Coondle | 1 | Holly Nottle | L P Luciani | 53kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Frantic War | 7 | Bailey Webster | Rebecca Bayliss | 52kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Zouboltz | 4 | Luke Campbell | N D Parnham | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Storm Lord | 8 | Joey Azzopardi | Tina Glasson | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Mantua | 2 | Lucy F Fiore | Dylan Bairstow | 57kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 6 | On The Full | 10 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Aaron Pateman | 54kg |
TABtouch Supports Bunbury Racing Hcp (C3)
Second-up today with a 2:0-0-1 record in this pattern, the addition of blinkers first time should see further improvement. Brad Parnham (15% recent strike rate) takes the ride and from barrier 7, she should get a perfect midfield position in what looks to be a very fast tempo.
She gets in with just 52.5kg and has drawn perfectly in barrier 5. Holly Nottle maintains the ride and has a strong 29% strike rate for this stable. The significant class rise is the main query, but she appears to have considerable upside.
Rolling Ruler is clearly the class runner of the field with a strong overall record of 5:2-1-1 and excellent track statistics (2:1-1-0). He's drawn perfectly in barrier 1 and has Troy Turner aboard, who knows him well. The 60.5kg topweight is the main concern, especially first-up from a 57-day break.
He gets in with just 51kg and is drawn to get a perfect run from barrier 3. A previous winner at this track and with only 22 days since his last run, he's fit and ready.
- 1st7PingersBrad Parnham$7.50
- 2nd1Rolling RulerTroy Turner$1.75
- 3rd9Miss FinkmeyerHolly Nottle$3.50
- 4th11SchuhbeckAva Catarino$41.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Pingers | 7 | Brad Parnham | Misty Bazeley | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Rolling Ruler | 1 | Troy Turner | B V Watkins | 60.5kg | $1.75 |
| 3rd | 9 | Miss Finkmeyer | 5 | Holly Nottle | D T McAuliffe | 52.5kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 11 | Schuhbeck | 9 | Ava Catarino | Ms K Farrell | 51kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Magnasonic | 10 | Peter Farrell | Ms K Farrell | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Brave Shot | 3 | Natika Riordan | Darren Taylor | 51kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Subsix | 2 | Chloe Azzopardi | Dylan Bairstow | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Magnum Class | 4 | Jade Mc Naught | P J Naylor | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Warby Ranges | 8 | Elisha Whittington | Timothy Pike | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Another Nephew | 6 | Chris Nicoll | Timothy Pike | 57kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Shoot To Fame | 11 | Madi Derrick | Mack Hall | 55.5kg |
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