Mortlake is situated in Western Victoria in a strong horseracing area.  The Moyne Shire Derby Day Mortlake Cup is conducted at the Mortlake Racecourse on the premier day for Spring Racing in Victoria.  Mortlake has a long and proud tradition of providing grass roots racing at its best in the South West.

Derby Day at Mortlake promises you a genuine country race day experience in a beautiful country setting.

Whether you are seeking the invigorating country air, the idyllic surroundings, the warm welcome and relaxing fun atmosphere or the appeal of vibrant colours or thundering hooves on the turf then we suggest you get yourself along to Mortlake as we can provide you with them all.

We offer a day full of racing, fun and fashion.  Mortlake offers a great venue for Spring Racing in the country.  Pack the car and escape the hussle and bussle of the city for a long weekend to enjoy a great day of grass roots country racing in the Moyne Shire at the Mortlake Cup. 

At the end of the day, journey across to the jewel in the crown in the Moyne Shire - Port Fairy.  At Port Fairy you will enjoy a relaxing break in this historic maritime and fishing village located on the beautiful coastline.  Enjoy the vast array of galleries, eateries and boutique waterfron accommodation. 

Mortlake is know as the Olivine Capital of Australia.  Olivine is a volcanic rock only found in one other place in the world which is Hawaii.