Janelle Millar can’t fault Te Hana’s condition and she is banking on a change of riding tactics to return the mare to her best form at New Plymouth on Friday.

A devastating home straight burst that has become the trademark of local runner Te Hana was put to good use again as the five-year-old mare delivered a first-up victory at New Plymouth on Saturday.

Procurement earns a shot at Te Aroha; Stablemates turned out; Crack stayer straight to cup.

A successful Boxing Day has boosted Janelle Millar’s confidence ahead of next month’s Wellington Cup meeting.