A relatively low-key weekend of feature racing, albeit with three Group races in Australia and New Zealand, heralds the start of the new Black Type Premiership season. Lovely weather is expected for Royal Randwick where some of the possible contenders for the Gr1 Golden Rose will look to get an edge with early race fitness. Down in Melbourne, showery conditions and mid-teen temperatures will take the gloss off an otherwise smart-looking line-up in the straight six Aurie's Star sprint. Whilst every effort is made to ensure information and the below race times (in Australian Eastern Time order) are accurate, please consult official race cards if certainty is required.