CAROLINE ISLAND finished 2nd over track and trip at a higher level last time, albeit against same-sex opposition, and a repeat of that effort off a slightly higher mark could suffice in this grade. Well-bred STONEYWOOD is progressive and likely to remain competitive on his post-maiden debut, even over a shorter trip. Returning PIVOTAL ROLE impressed when winning a course-and-distance maiden and is open to any amount of improvement after a subsequent absence. Hard-knockers KIA KAHA and HIS LORDSHIP also have the means to stake a claim. SAKETINI continues to improve and can have a say too.