★ Top pick4th
6Valadore
Her recent form shows consistent improvement with placings, and the strong Fry/McCormack combination gives confidence.
Queensland · Saturday 18 April 2026
Home Hill tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 5 races at Home Hill. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won1/520%
Any tip won4/580%
Top pick placed3/560%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
NQ Party Hire Mdn Plate
14:07 local1000mMaiden$10,000
Winner4. Missin' De QuoSP $15.00
2nd pick2nd
3Lady De Vega
Her recent second at Cairns and track experience are positives, but the winless record from 33 starts is concerning despite consistent placing.
3rd pick5th
5Volare
Value pickWon
4Missin' De Quo
Missin' De Quo offers value based on her strong Home Hill record including a recent close third.
- 1st4Missin' De Quo$15.00
- 2nd3Lady De VegaLacey Morrison$1.75
- 3rd1Radio WavesSamantha Pointon$20.00
- 4th6ValadoreIvo Fry$3.90
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Missin' De Quo | 3 | Kayla Russell | 57.5kg | $15.00 | |
| 2nd | 3 | Lady De Vega | 1 | Lacey Morrison | Lachie Manzelmann | 57.5kg | $1.75 |
| 3rd | 1 | Radio Waves | 2 | Samantha Pointon | Jade Doolan | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Valadore | 5 | Ivo Fry | Ms L McCormack | 56.5kg | $3.90 |
| 5th | 5 | Volare | 6 | Tasha Chambers | Troy Clive | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Instigate | 4 | Wanderson D'Avila | Ms L McCormack | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
Nutrien Ag Solutions Hcp (50)
14:42 local1180mRestricted 50$10,000
Winner2. War CouncilSP $2.90
★ Top pickWon
2War Council
War Council presents the strongest winning chance based on recent improvement and tactical advantages. The gelding finished a narrow second at Bowen just 7 days ago, showing excellent fitness. Barrier 2 is crucial at Home Hill's tight track where inside draws dominate. The Holt/Royes combination strikes at 24%, and the horse has won at 1180m before. Despite soft track concerns, the class drop and forward positioning make this the most reliable selection.
2nd pick2nd
1Bubbles'n'froth
Bubbles'n'froth offers solid each-way value with proven soft track ability and consistent recent form. The gelding's 2-from-8 soft track record is superior to most rivals, and recent placings at Townsville show maintained form. The nose roll addition and slight class drop are positives, though the weight burden and jockey's track record present concerns.
3rd pick3rd
7Blondie's Secret
Blondie's Secret represents the best roughie chance with strong distance credentials and recent form. The mare's 1180m record is solid, and the recent Innisfail third shows she's competitive. The light weight and previous Home Hill placing provide hope, though the jockey's poor track record and lack of early speed are concerns at this speed-favoring venue.
Value pick7th
4Mister Tia
- 1st2War CouncilAidan Holt$2.90
- 2nd1Bubbles'n'frothTasha Chambers$3.60
- 3rd7Blondie's SecretSamantha Pointon$7.00
- 4th5StateswomanChelsea Jokic$26.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | War Council | 2 | Aidan Holt | S J Royes | 61kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 1 | Bubbles'n'froth | 4 | Tasha Chambers | William Kenning | 61kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 7 | Blondie's Secret | 5 | Samantha Pointon | A G Malliff | 54.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Stateswoman | 3 | Chelsea Jokic | Kayla Russell | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Diamond Lucy | 6 | Lacey Morrison | Troy Clive | 57.5kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Wicked Games | 1 | Wanderson D'Avila | Wanderson D'Avila | 60kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Mister Tia | 7 | Ivo Fry | Ms L McCormack | 59kg | $14.00 |
Raine & Horne Ayr (Bm60)
15:22 local1460mBenchmark 60$10,000
Winner3. ParchSP $2.50
★ Top pick4th
1Joe's Giggle
Joe's Giggle stands out as the track specialist with a perfect 2-from-2 record at Home Hill including a win at this exact distance. Despite the wide barrier, his proven ability at this venue makes him the logical choice.
2nd pickWon
3Parch
Parch benefits from the ideal barrier 1 draw which is crucial at Home Hill's tight track.
3rd pick3rd
7Mississippi Dream
Mississippi Dream shows an improving trajectory with recent placings and benefits from the light 55kg weight. The 21-day freshen-up could be positive, and her 36% place strike rate suggests she can be competitive.
Value pick6th
4Silver City
- 1st3ParchTasha Chambers$2.50
- 2nd2BellzenSamantha Pointon$9.00
- 3rd7Mississippi DreamLacey Morrison$3.70
- 4th1Joe's GiggleAidan Holt$4.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Parch | 1 | Tasha Chambers | S J Royes | 59.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Bellzen | 2 | Samantha Pointon | A G Malliff | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Mississippi Dream | 5 | Lacey Morrison | Lachie Manzelmann | 55kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 1 | Joe's Giggle | 8 | Aidan Holt | Ms J Hassett | 61.5kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Guapo | 4 | Chelsea Jokic | A G Malliff | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Silver City | 3 | Wanderson D'Avila | Megan Purvis | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Mishani Perfection | 7 | Ivo Fry | Kayla Russell | 55kg | |
| Scr | 8 | The Kobay Train | 6 | Joshua Manzelmann | 55kg |
NextGen Building Co (Bm50)
16:02 local1000mBenchmark 50$10,000
Winner8. Arrogant HeartSP $2.50
★ Top pick3rd
1Framed It
Framed It gets the perfect setup with barrier 1 on a track that heavily favours leaders and inside runners. The significant class drop from Restricted company to BM50 level, combined with consistent recent form including a close third last start, makes this mare the logical choice. The 2kg apprentice claim is a bonus.
2nd pickWon
8Arrogant Heart
Arrogant Heart brings proven class and an excellent distance record to this contest. While the soft track and wide barrier are concerns, his ability at this level and distance, combined with Morrison's current form, makes him a genuine winning chance if the pace suits.
3rd pickScratched
6Spirit Of Bluey
Spirit Of Bluey represents excellent value dropping from Open company after a long break.
Value pick4th
9Egzakly
While her overall record is poor, the combination of inside barrier, proven speed, and first-up placement record creates an upset chance that's worth a small investment.
- 1st8Arrogant HeartLacey Morrison$2.50
- 2nd5Secret Boom$18.00
- 3rd1Framed ItSamantha Pointon$2.20
- 4th9EgzaklyChelsea Jokic$15.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Arrogant Heart | 6 | Lacey Morrison | K J McGuire | 57.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Secret Boom | 5 | Lachie Manzelmann | 59kg | $18.00 | |
| 3rd | 1 | Framed It | 1 | Samantha Pointon | Rachael Singleton | 59kg | $2.20 |
| 4th | 9 | Egzakly | 2 | Chelsea Jokic | Kayla Russell | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Mr Damage | 4 | Wanderson D'Avila | Troy Clive | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 3 | Wired For Fun | 7 | Ivo Fry | Ms L McCormack | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Inala Aticus | 3 | Jason Babarovich | Melissa Bieri | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Middle Child | 9 | Tasha Chambers | S J Royes | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Spirit Of Bluey | 8 | T Button | 59kg |
Great Northern Plate (C3)
16:37 local1180mClass 3$10,000
Winner3. Cyclone CocoSP $8.50
★ Top pick2nd
7Red Hot Lizzie
The class drop and winning momentum make her the standout despite the wide draw.
2nd pick4th
2Impressionism
His 1180m record is excellent with 2 wins from 3 attempts, and he showed ability winning on heavy tracks. The class rise is a concern but his raw ability suggests he can handle it.
3rd pick5th
4Pro Forma
Pro Forma has the key advantage of proven success at Home Hill, winning a Class 2 race here previously. The inside barrier is crucial at this tight track, making him a solid each-way chance despite distance concerns.
Value pickScratched
1Better Be Ready
Better Be Ready offers value as a second-up runner dropping significantly in class.
- 1st3Cyclone CocoChelsea Jokic$8.50
- 2nd7Red Hot LizzieLacey Morrison$2.60
- 3rd6CapicellaIvo Fry$6.50
- 4th2ImpressionismWanderson D'Avila$6.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Cyclone Coco | 9 | Chelsea Jokic | A G Malliff | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Red Hot Lizzie | 7 | Lacey Morrison | Lachie Manzelmann | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 6 | Capicella | 8 | Ivo Fry | Stephen Bush | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Impressionism | 6 | Wanderson D'Avila | William Kenning | 61kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Pro Forma | 4 | T Button | 59.5kg | $3.90 | |
| 6th | 9 | Yorokobi | 1 | Samantha Pointon | Lachie Manzelmann | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Better Not Forget | 2 | Aidan Holt | Kris Thomas | 58kg | $9.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Better Be Ready | 5 | Jennifer Hatfield | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Spin Doctor | 3 | Lachie Manzelmann | 59.5kg |
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