Impeccably-bred stallion Polarmore will be a new addition to the sire ranks on the NSW north coast this year.

Kempsey Cup winner Geronimo Jack, who chases a hat-trick of wins on his home track at Coffs Harbour tomorrow (Friday), has built up an unusual and finicky fan club.

Local trainer Nick Chambers is hoping a first time bid to win the Taree Cup pays off with Island Dane on Sunday.

Last start Kempsey Cup placegetter Capital Raising looks a strong prospect in this afternoon's Benchmark 70 Handicap over 1614m at Taree.