The Team Hawkes stable have been producing some handy winners of late but none more so than the impressive Messene who steps out at Canterbury this afternoon.

Last start listed winner Moriarty will jump from barrier four when he tackles the $125,000 Listed Gosford Gold Cup (2100m) this Thursday.

The service fee for popular sire Magic Albert has been increase to $22,000 for the 2012 season.

Lee Freedman; Gai Waterhouse; Guy Walter; Dao Dao

Trainer Guy Walter will give Keith Nolan Classic winner Appearance a shot at Group One glory as a late entry in the Vinery Stud Stakes.