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Flowers on a gravestone with the words, 'Cemeteries and cremations consultation now open'

Cemeteries Act and Cremations Act Review

Nov 15, 2023
The public, community groups, industry and government bodies are invited to comment on a discussion paper released as part of a review of the Cemeteries Act 1976 and the Cremation Act 1929 (the Review), now available on the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industriesโ€™ website.
Gravestones on a grassy field

Department undertaking Cemeteries and Cremation Acts Review

Jun 21, 2021
The department is seeking the views and expertise of local governments with cemetery responsibilities to find out more about their experience of cemetery management.
Page reviewed 23 August 2023