The Connie Greig-trained Linden Tree has atoned for a narrow defeat at his previous start by claiming the Inland Petroleum Condobolin Picnic Cup (1400m) on Saturday.

Dubbo trainer Connie Greig is forecast to play a leading role at the Bedgerabong picnic meeting on Saturday with nominations for most races including representation in the $11,000 Total Wear Solutions Bedgerabong Picnic Cup over 1400m.

Rodney Robb travelled to regional Queensland aiming to lift the Birdsville Cup of 2023 but will soon be heading back to NSW smiling with a consolation prize.

There would have been a collective sigh of relief from Bourke to South Australia when Knee Slapper won his first race in 32 attempts at the Back O'Bourke picnics on Easter Sunday.