The first-time blinkers and tactical barrier position provide additional positives in an open maiden field.
Western Australia · Saturday 7 March 2026
Bunbury tips and results
Our top pick won 0 of 9 races at Bunbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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On The Ball Statewide Bearings Sprint
The ideal barrier draw and first-time blinkers provide tactical advantages, while the Parnham family connection adds credibility to the selection in this maiden field.
The neutral barrier allows tactical options, and if the gear change sparks improvement, represents solid value in an open maiden contest.
- 1st7Here The BoomSteven Parnham$14.00
- 2nd1ProperataNatasha Faithfull$10.00
- 3rd4MarcosHolly Watson$21.00
- 4th9Divine MirageBrad Parnham$6.50
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Here The Boom | 9 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Properata | 10 | Natasha Faithfull | D & B Pearce | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Marcos | 3 | Holly Watson | Luke Fernie | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Divine Mirage | 4 | Brad Parnham | N D Parnham | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Dixie Doo | 7 | Chris Parnham | S & J Casey | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Our Mane Man | 1 | Jason Whiting | L P Luciani | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Magnificent Malcom | 2 | Joey Azzopardi | Joshua Krispyn | 57kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Ace Sniper | 6 | Lucy F Fiore | Misty Bazeley | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Treasured Legacy | 8 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 55kg | $1.90 |
| 10th | 5 | Mind Heist | 5 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 57kg | $71.00 |
Bunbury Brighter (Rs0ly)
The significant class drop from BM66+ to Rst 0 Met Win provides a clear advantage, while her ideal barrier 5 position allows tactical flexibility. Despite only one previous 1200m start, her consistent form pattern and strong finishing ability make her the standout selection.
Seven Candles offers strong winning prospects first-up with a proven fresh record (1 win from 2 starts). His recent close second at BM66+ level demonstrates current form, while the class drop to Rst 0 provides significant advantage.
The significant class drop and previous success at this level create upset potential, though inconsistent form limits confidence.
- 1st7FantaxticHolly Watson$16.00
- 2nd5Girls Day OutBrad Parnham$3.60
- 3rd10Show The WaySteven Parnham$10.00
- 4th12Zac Luvs To FlyShaun O'Donnell$26.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Fantaxtic | 4 | Holly Watson | P B Hunter | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Girls Day Out | 5 | Brad Parnham | D L Morton | 56.5kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 10 | Show The Way | 3 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Zac Luvs To Fly | 2 | Shaun O'Donnell | Ms C Stelmach | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Lash Out | 8 | Lucy F Fiore | Rebecca Bayliss | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 1 | Playing Rio | 6 | Cassey Martinan | P B Hunter | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Roundabout Glory | 7 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | P E Roberts | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Corn Cob | 11 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | C & M Gangemi | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 8 | On The Full | 1 | Alan Kennedy | Aaron Pateman | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Hostile Talk | 10 | Chanel Cooper | Luke Fernie | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Seven Candles | 9 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Brett Pope | 58.5kg | $3.20 |
| 12th | 11 | Mini Winnie | 12 | Natasha Faithfull | Q R Jackson | 54kg | $101.00 |
Redink Run (Rs1mw)
The significant class drop from Group 2 level to Rest 1 Metro Win, combined with barrier 1 and light weight, creates ideal winning conditions.
The proven Parnham/Lane combination and suitable class level make her a genuine winning chance, though the wide barrier and time between runs present minor concerns.
Old Mate Henry's outstanding Bunbury record and perfect track/distance statistics make him a strong each-way chance.
Western Lady represents excellent value as a last-start winner stepping down in class with a light weight.
- 1st7Bird's The WordSteven Parnham$8.00
- 2nd12Western LadyLucy F Fiore$2.40
- 3rd5Pharoah ShowClint Johnston-Porter$17.00
- 4th11My AuthoritahBrad Parnham$3.20
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Bird's The Word | 2 | Steven Parnham | Charlotte Skerritt | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Western Lady | 8 | Lucy F Fiore | G & A Williams | 54kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 5 | Pharoah Show | 14 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 11 | My Authoritah | 1 | Brad Parnham | D L Morton | 55kg | $3.20 |
| 5th | 3 | Gage Roads | 6 | Natasha Faithfull | Mollie Clark | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Decoration | 9 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | D & B Pearce | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Uncle Gerard | 4 | Holly Watson | J N Pateman | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Henry The Aviator | 11 | Brayden Gaerth | P B Hunter | 57kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 4 | I Dreamed A Dream | 12 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Old Mate Henry | 13 | Jarrad Noske | Steele Casey | 57kg | $16.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Shamilian Miss | 7 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 12th | 2 | King Mahuta | 5 | Elisha Whittington | Brett Pope | 59kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Pointless Praise | 10 | Brandon Louis | John Doyle | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Five Down | 3 | Chanel Cooper | Luke Fernie | 52kg |
City & Regional Fuels (Bm66+)
Lillian presents as the most reliable winning chance based on her recent BM66+ victory over 2200m and consistent upward trajectory.
Audio Boy has been knocking on the door with consistent placings at this level and distance.
True Player brings winning form into this assignment and has the distance credentials with a previous win at 2000m. The class rise is significant, but his recent victory and strong jockey booking suggest connections are confident of handling the step up.
The barrier draw and in-form jockey provide tactical advantages, while his recent form suggests he's ready for a class rise.
- 1st6True PlayerLucy F Fiore$6.50
- 2nd2LillianChanel Cooper$2.90
- 3rd7Audio BoyBrad Parnham$5.50
- 4th4Dennis ChouxHolly Watson$7.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | True Player | 12 | Lucy F Fiore | G & A Williams | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Lillian | 5 | Chanel Cooper | Michael Grantham | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 7 | Audio Boy | 3 | Brad Parnham | A G Durrant | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Dennis Choux | 8 | Holly Watson | D R Harrison | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Alaskan | 10 | Chris Parnham | N D Parnham | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Manzor Magic | 1 | Troy Turner | Ms S Bakranich | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Duchees Demerit | 4 | Natasha Faithfull | P E Roberts | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 5 | What A Prince | 9 | Jason Whiting | Ashleigh Woollett | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 11 | My Harv | 2 | Jordan Turner | Colin Webster Jnr | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Great Fortune | 7 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | D R Harrison | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Red Top | 6 | Keshaw Dhurun | Ashleigh Woollett | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Warralea Lass | 13 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 13th | 12 | Super Romani | 11 | Clint Johnston-Porter | D & B Pearce | 55kg | $26.00 |
William Barrett & Sons Vase (Rs1mw)
The mare has shown consistent improvement through the grades and drops significantly in class from BM66+ to Rest 1 Metro Win.
Great Emotion returns first-up from a 118-day spell with a strong fresh record showing 67% place rate. The mare benefits from a significant class drop and has the excellent Clint Johnston-Porter/Michael Grantham combination. Her proven 1200m ability and good barrier draw offset fitness concerns from the extended break.
The 3-year-old filly has shown consistent recent form with two placings and benefits from the strong Chris Parnham/M L Lane combination.
- 1st11Great EmotionClint Johnston-Porter$4.80
- 2nd12Desert LifeChris Parnham$5.50
- 3rd6Just Walter JohnHolly Watson$3.80
- 4th3Galaxy AffairKyra Yuill$81.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Great Emotion | 5 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 54.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 12 | Desert Life | 2 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 54kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Just Walter John | 1 | Holly Watson | Mitchell Pateman | 56kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 3 | Galaxy Affair | 3 | Kyra Yuill | Timothy Pike | 59.5kg | $81.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Zing To Win | 6 | Chanel Cooper | D & B Pearce | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Galway Shawl | 7 | Jason Whiting | B V Watkins | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 7th | 10 | Choux Shoe | 9 | Joey Azzopardi | Simon Miller | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Mean Feat | 10 | Alex Hearn | Rebecca Bayliss | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Kamakazi Shooter | 13 | Natasha Faithfull | Ashleigh Woollett | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Looks | 12 | Jordan Turner | T M Wolfe | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 5 | En Plein Air | 11 | Lucy F Fiore | Brandon Fiore | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Zouboltz | 8 | Luke Campbell | N D Parnham | 56kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Snippy Which | 4 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | A G Durrant | 57.5kg |
Bunbury Volkswagen Hcp
His 2 from 4 record shows consistency, and the fast expected tempo should suit his strong finishing kick.
Swingman benefits from the ideal barrier draw and strong second-up statistics. The inside draw will allow him to secure a forward position in what should be a fast-run race, giving him every chance to be competitive.
Country God brings proven class and an excellent second-up record to this assignment. His strong partnership with Chris Parnham (60% strike rate) is a major positive, and his recent form suggests he's ready to peak. The weight and barrier are concerns, but his class and fitness edge make him a genuine chance.
- 1st5SwingmanSteven Parnham$3.40
- 2nd6God's CrossJason Whiting$18.00
- 3rd8Holler NuffZephen Johnston-Porter$31.00
- 4th11So Much SerenityNatasha Faithfull$26.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Swingman | 2 | Steven Parnham | J P Taylor | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 6 | God's Cross | 6 | Jason Whiting | B V Watkins | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Holler Nuff | 12 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 52kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 11 | So Much Serenity | 4 | Natasha Faithfull | T M Wolfe | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Beyond Measure | 5 | Brandon Louis | P B Hunter | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Country God | 9 | Chris Parnham | N D Parnham | 60kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Champagne Crusader | 13 | Joey Azzopardi | Simon Miller | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Unfortunate Lad | 1 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Watto's Mark | 11 | Brad Parnham | Mack Hall | 59.5kg | $2.70 |
| 10th | 14 | Vino Miss | 10 | Shaun O'Donnell | Robert & Kate Witten | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Streamlined | 14 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Publicise | 3 | Lucy F Fiore | D T McAuliffe | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 13th | 9 | Mr Kissinger | 7 | Chanel Cooper | Simon Miller | 53kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Ripper Rupert | 8 | Holly Watson | Luke Fernie | 57.5kg |
TABtouch Bunbury Stakes
Talkanco presents as the standout selection with exceptional recent form including narrow defeats in Listed company. Her Group 2 victory and consistent black-type placings demonstrate the class required for this level. Strong connections and slight class drop enhance winning prospects.
London's Image brings excellent current form with a recent Listed victory and perfect Bunbury record. The step up in class is manageable given her recent black-type success.
Elite Missile offers solid each-way value with strong recent form including Listed placings. The excellent jockey/horse combination and good distance record provide confidence, while his recent BM72+ victory shows he's in winning form. The wide barrier is concerning but his class progression suggests he can handle this level.
The significant class rise is concerning but the value proposition is compelling.
- 1st7BonjoyClint Johnston-Porter$6.00
- 2nd10Fast FlickerNatasha Faithfull$10.00
- 3rd3London's ImageLucy F Fiore$4.00
- 4th13TalkancoChris Parnham$2.60
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Bonjoy | 6 | Clint Johnston-Porter | J F Miller | 54.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Fast Flicker | 9 | Natasha Faithfull | T Triscari | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | London's Image | 5 | Lucy F Fiore | G & A Williams | 57.5kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Talkanco | 2 | Chris Parnham | D & B Pearce | 54kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 8 | Demolish | 7 | Jason Brown | N D Parnham | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Elite Missile | 11 | Brad Parnham | S J Miller | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 6 | Sensessional | 10 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | D & B Pearce | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Oly's Choice | 8 | Shaun O'Donnell | D & B Pearce | 54kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Bustler | 1 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Without Reg | 15 | Holly Watson | Rhys Radford | 54kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Multinational | 4 | Keshaw Dhurun | N D Parnham | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 15 | Zephyra | 14 | Jordan Turner | Simon Miller | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 13th | 4 | Saloon Bar | 13 | Luke Campbell | D L Morton | 56.5kg | $71.00 |
| 14th | 2 | Mojo Rhythm | 12 | Jarrad Noske | Mitchell Pateman | 59kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Cool Memory | 3 | Brayden Gaerth | D T McAuliffe | 55.5kg |
Swan Draught Bunbury Cup
Fancy Red brings the best current form into this Listed contest with three wins from her last four starts, including back-to-back victories. The barrier 3 draw allows tactical positioning from trainer Durrant, and the slight weight drop aids her chances despite the class rise.
Redback Flyer enters off a convincing Ascot win and brings valuable Listed race experience to this contest. The Parnham/Lane combination strikes at 28%, and the gelding has shown he can handle this class level.
Arcadia Park brings proven Bunbury form with a Listed victory here previously, making him a logical threat. The wide barrier is concerning but his class and course knowledge make him a genuine chance in this company.
- 1st5Arcadia ParkClint Johnston-Porter$6.50
- 2nd3Silver EyeShaun O'Donnell$11.00
- 3rd13SnazzlerHolly Watson$21.00
- 4th4Fancy RedBrad Parnham$3.50
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Arcadia Park | 12 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Silver Eye | 11 | Shaun O'Donnell | A G Durrant | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Snazzler | 4 | Holly Watson | J N Pateman | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Fancy Red | 3 | Brad Parnham | A G Durrant | 57.5kg | $3.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Rocking Society | 6 | Brayden Gaerth | J F Miller | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Fly With Caution | 1 | Steven Parnham | Robert & Kate Witten | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 2 | Fear The Wind | 2 | Luke Campbell | D & B Pearce | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Fat Roy Slim | 7 | Lucy F Fiore | J F Miller | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Desennea | 9 | Jason Whiting | Dylan Bairstow | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Redback Flyer | 10 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 54kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Rudhyar | 13 | Natasha Faithfull | Rebecca Bayliss | 54kg | $71.00 |
| 12th | 1 | River Rubicon | 8 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 9 | Amazing Cheat | 5 | Joey Azzopardi | Ms D Riordan | 54kg | $16.00 |
MGIB (Bm72+)
Bakeel presents exceptional value dropping significantly in class from Listed company where he was competitive. With a 67% first-up strike rate and perfect suitability at 1400m, he's clearly the best credentialed runner despite the long spell.
The Johnston-Porter/Grantham combination strikes at 22%, and she's proven consistent with a 71% place rate. However, her lack of wins at this distance and on good tracks are concerns in this stronger company.
The Parnham/Pearce combination is striking at 21%, and her distance record shows capability. However, the significant class rise and wide barrier present challenges against this stronger field.
Axeman's Jazz offers significant value with his exceptional first-up record and perfect distance statistics. The freshening effect could see him return to his best form.
- 1st8AvoidanceShaun Mc Gruddy$17.00
- 2nd2Essentric NatureLucy F Fiore$4.20
- 3rd11Dug Another HoleBrad Parnham$6.50
- 4th4Miss SkyhighChanel Cooper$21.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Avoidance | 1 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 55.5kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Essentric Nature | 6 | Lucy F Fiore | G & A Williams | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 11 | Dug Another Hole | 5 | Brad Parnham | N D Parnham | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Miss Skyhigh | 8 | Chanel Cooper | G & A Williams | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Antique Star | 10 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 56kg | $3.50 |
| 6th | 10 | Otheroneson | 4 | Alex Hearn | Charlotte Skerritt | 55.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Platinum Shot | 9 | Chris Parnham | D & B Pearce | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Western Knight | 3 | Jason Whiting | B V Watkins | 54.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Investmentstrategy | 2 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Bakeel | 7 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | G & A Williams | 57kg | $4.60 |
| Scr | 6 | Cashel Palace | 3 | Luke Campbell | D L Morton | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Axeman's Jazz | 11 | Alan Kennedy | G & A Williams | 55.5kg |
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