MELBOURNE Cup Day is more affectionally known as ‘Heather Holcombe Day’ in Port Fairy.

It is a day that celebrates the life of a fun loving, effervescent and compassionate women – a cherished wife, mother and friend to many. Heather was an extremely active member of her local community – volunteering with local football, squash, rifle clubs and anything local that needed a hand. She was on many community club and sporting committees, so her loss was felt widely.