Melbourne General Cemetery in Carlton North, Victoria, Australia | Cemetery

Melbourne General Cemetery

Locality: Carlton North, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9349 3014

Address: College Cres 3054 Carlton North, VIC, Australia

Website: smct.org.au/our-locations/about-melbourne-general-cemetery

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25.01.2022 Genealogical research and access to deceased records are a crucial aspect of understanding and connecting to our past. A core part of our role is to carefully maintain the records of millions of Victorians who have been buried or cremated at one of the 9 cemeteries under our care, including Melbourne General Cemetery. We are continuing to fulfil that important role and we are asking for your help while restrictions are in place. We ask that visitors refrain from attending any... of our offices to conduct genealogical research in person. There are still many options available to access assistance in your research, including: 1. Submit a records enquiry online at https://smct.org.au/deceased-search-form 2. Call Melbourne General Cemetery directly on (03) 8772 6196 3. Use our online Deceased Search tool at https://smct.org.au/deceased-search (for searches related to Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Bunurong Memorial Park and St Kilda Cemetery) For a full list of locations and contact details visit https://smct.org.au/locations

25.01.2022 Books are an endless source of entertainment, information and comfort. They can support us with knowledge and guidance as well as connecting us with loved ones through the sharing of a good story. On National Book Lovers Day, we asked the team at The Centre for Care and Wellbeing to provide some of their top book recommendations for dealing with grief and bereavement.

24.01.2022 We know how important it is to seek joy in our every day, now more than ever. We’d love for you to share with us something that made you smile this week, maybe it was a pretty flower, an encouraging message or simply the sun shining.

24.01.2022 Knowing what to say to someone grieving the loss of a loved one can be a great challenge. We know there’s no right thing to say, but there are ways to offer your support in a loving and kind way. We’ve put together some helpful suggestions on how to approach the topic and help ease their journey where possible.

24.01.2022 Have you attended our Halloween Tours before? In previous years we would now be preparing for our Halloween Tours at Melbourne General Cemetery. These immersive tours provide a wonderful way to share the stories of the many historical and notable figures who are now laid to rest within the cemetery. Although we are unable to host our Halloween Tours this year, we look forward to sharing these historical stories with you for years to come.

23.01.2022 Celebrations and days of remembrance are bound to look a little different this year. Wherever you are this Father’s Day, take a moment to remember the wonderful men and father figures in your life. Those special men that for so many of us, played the role of our everyday heroes. Here are some ideas of ways that you can honour your everyday hero from near or far this Father’s Day.

22.01.2022 We have been honoured to host All Souls’ Day services annually as our community gather with family and friends. However, this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, we are sadly unable to host the services on our sites. While restrictions may have limited our on-site services, we encourage you to connect with a local parish community at this time to participate in an online All Souls Day service.

22.01.2022 Grief is challenging and whether you’ve experienced it a few times or you’re going through it for the first time, it requires space, time and support. We’ve made a selection from a diverse range of podcasts which all tackle the topic of grief and how to process it.

22.01.2022 Today is World Teachers’ Day and this year more than ever, we wanted to send out a huge thank you to all teachers around the world for their dedication and commitment to education. Tag a teacher in the comments and let them know you appreciate them and the special role they play.

21.01.2022 With the introduction of stage 4 restrictions for Metropolitan Melbourne, we encourage you to continue to adhere to Government directives. These changes help us... work together in reducing the number of people leaving their homes and moving around Victoria. We would like to assure you that our locations will remain open for the purpose of organising or attending a funeral, with up to up to 10 people able to attend funeral gatherings and burials. Our locations will also remain open to those who live within a 5km radius to exercise and purchase takeaway food and flowers. Our thoughts are with our community and those who are experiencing the pain of loss during such a difficult time. We are committed to supporting you during this time, and while our Centre for Care & Wellbeing has temporarily closed its doors, our team are continuing to provide the community with care and support via email [email protected] and phone (03) 8772 6111.

20.01.2022 Today we take a moment to remember all the wonderful fathers and father figures in our lives. Father’s Day this year whilst it may look different for many, still holds a unique place in our hearts. Some of us are lucky enough to be close by our nearest and dearest, and others are further apart. For some, our loved ones are no longer with us - at these times, we remember them. Earlier this week we were delighted to join with our community online as we spend time in reflection together, honouring our ‘every day heroes’.

20.01.2022 It’s World Kindness Day and, in 2020 more than ever, we need to spread kindness far and wide. We’ve seen some beautiful acts of kindness and generosity in our community, and it’s these small moment’s that can make one’s day. How will you be spreading a little extra kindness today? ... If you’re feeling lost for ideas, we’ve suggested some ways you can start to include random acts of kindness in your day.

19.01.2022 We're privileged to have some incredible humanitarians who have contributed greatly to the lives of others interred within our cemetery. Today on World Humanitarian Day we’d like to celebrate some of these notables and share a little bit of their story.

18.01.2022 Are you OK? It’s a question we may have asked many times over the course of our lives, but this phrase has gained ever-increasing meaning as mental health has risen in importance in our national conversation. R U OK Day offers a simple guide of what to do after the initial question has been asked and how to continue supporting those around you. Ask... Listen Encourage Action Check-in Remember, it’s ok to not be ok. Seeking out support and help can be a difficult first step, but with the support of our friends, family and colleagues all looking out for each other and being willing to start the conversation, the journey is made smoother.

14.01.2022 As you are likely, aware, commencing Thursday 23 July, wearing a protective covering will be compulsory if you leave your home for any reason. The Victorian Dep...artment of Health & Human Services has advised that this includes anyone attending a funeral service, including family members and funeral attendants, as well as those visiting our cemetery grounds. Please keep this in mind If you are attending a funeral, organising a funeral, exercising locally or purchasing takeaway food and flowers on our sites. To protect our employees and community, please note that we are also introducing temperature checked in our Customer Service areas. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this challenging time, our thoughts are with our Victorian community and with all those experiencing the pain of loss during such a difficult time.

12.01.2022 With this week being National Science week, it’s the perfect time to celebrate Pietro Paolo Giovanni Ernesto Baracchi (25 February 1851 23 July 1926) Australia’s first Italian Astronomer, laid to rest at Melbourne General Cemetery. Born in Florence, Italy, Baracchi studied mathematics and astronomy, with a degree in civil engineering. In 1876 Baracchi arrived in Melbourne where he began work as an assistant at the Melbourne Observatory. Later he was sent to Port Darwin wher...e he documented Australian longitudes and was in charge of the Great Melbourne Telescope, undertaking a review of the Southern Nebulae. Through enterprise and hard work, Baracchi became acting government astronomer in 1895 and to his displeasure became best known to the public as the official weather-forecaster for Victoria. His displeasure came about from his belief that ‘popular meteorology’ was not serious science and completely impractical (anyone who lives in Melbourne would understand how impractical meteorology can be!). In 1911, Baracchi established a small observatory on Mount Stromlo making observations of the sun, planets, stars and deep-sky objects, site-testing the location for suitability as the first Commonwealth Solar Observatory. Image source: http://www.eoas.info/objects/D00036.htm

11.01.2022 Today we light a candle, in honour and remembrance of all the precious babies whose lives were too short. International Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day is held annually on October 15, bringing families and loved ones together as we pause and reflect collectively.

10.01.2022 As of today, Monday 19 October, we have had a slight easing of COVID-19 restrictions within Melbourne. This means that we are now able to welcome our wider community living within a 25km radius of our site for exercise, as well as up to 10 people from two households using our grounds for outdoor social interaction. We would also like to remind our community that those who do not live within a 25km radius of our locations can visit the resting place of loved ones for special ...occasions. At this time, funeral gatherings remain at a limit of up to 10 people in attendance, in addition to Funeral Director and support personnel. When visiting our grounds, we remind you to please remember to adhere to social distancing and mask guidelines.

06.01.2022 We are committed to providing light for all Victorian's throughout this time, and would like to address the most recent changes within the Second Step of the roadmap to easing the COVID-19 restrictions, effective as of today, 28 September. Melbourne General Cemetery will remain open to those attending a funeral, organising a funeral (where a phone appointment is not possible) or visiting the resting place of a loved on special dates. Members of our community within a 5 km rad...ius can also come on-site for exercise, and enjoy our gardens as a public gathering space with up to five people from two households. You may attend the resting place of a loved one for the purpose of remembering a key milestone such as a birthday, date of death or anniversary and may travel further than 5km to do so. We are committed to keeping our locations as safe as possible for our community and encourage you to continue to adhere to all current Victorian Government directives.

04.01.2022 Each year on National Police Remembrance Day, Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust are honoured to partner with Victoria Police. On this special day of remembrance, we honour and reflect on the memories of police officers who have so tragically lost their lives in the line of duty. We remember them, we celebrate their valour, and humbly commemorate their legacy. In lieu of holding a service at our police memorial, this year, we share with you a special message from SMCT CEO Jane Grover, Local Area Commander - Greater Dandenong Inspector Mark Langhorn and Victoria Police Officer Constable Mark Andrews.

03.01.2022 Coffee - it's something that can symbolise many different things to so many of us. For some, pouring a fresh cup of coffee may be one of the first things we do in the morning. Symbolising a new day, full of fresh opportunities, a time to reset our mood and choose how we decide to step out into the day. For other, coffee can be a reminder of spending quality time in conversation amongst loved ones - something that many of us in Melbourne are craving. Today on International Coffee Day we encourage you to pour a cup of coffee, slow down and reflect on all the things you're grateful for. You could even arrange to call up a friend on video, sit down, chat, and enjoy a virtual coffee together.

03.01.2022 In memory of all the special men in our lives- both past and present, we invite you to join us on Thursday 3rd September at 7.00pm for a unique Facebook Live Father's Day Remembrance Event. https://www.facebook.com/events/3169919069795465

03.01.2022 We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to those who attended our Father’s Day Facebook Live Remembrance Service tonight. We are sorry to announce that unfortunately due to our event being compromised by spam comments we made the decision to remove the live interaction within this service. We understand that this is a difficult time for many, If you need support during this time, visit smct.org.au/help for a full list of bereavement counselling and support organisations.... On behalf of us all at SMCT we wish you a safe and happy Father's Day.

02.01.2022 I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light. - Helen Keller Today on International Day of Friendship, we celebrate our closest and dearest friends. Those who are there for us during the darkest moments in our lives, who pick us up when we fall, offer a shoulder to cry on and make us laugh when we thought that might never be possible again. Even though we can't be physically close to our friends during this time, we can still encourage them, and let them know we care and are still here for them. Check-in with your friends and let them know you're thinking of them today.

02.01.2022 "You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." - Marcus Aurelius What’s a positive affirmation or quote you’ve held onto during this time of slowing down and reflecting? Sharing positive, uplifting quotes and messages with one another, helps us keep positive and can be a welcome change for those who may be feeling down or overwhelmed.

01.01.2022 Are you predominately left-handed? Today we celebrate you on International Lefthanders Day! Did you know that Champion Australian billiards player, Walter Lindrum (1898 -1960) was a left-hander? Walter Lindrum is one of the most visited figures at Melbourne General Cemetery with a monument to match his life’s passion a billiard table.... Lindrum’s success in billiards even led to an invitation to Buckingham palace in 1931 where he met the Royal Family and gave an exhibition of his play. He participated in many fundraisers including World War II fundraising exhibitions, one of which was held on an aircraft carrier. With 57 world records and a world speed record (he scored 816 points in 23 minutes in an unfinished break), it’s easy to see why Lindrum is known as one of Australia’s great sporting legends.

01.01.2022 It’s International Men’s Day in Australia and we’re taking this opportunity to encourage men to initiate conversations about their health. Speaking up and looking out for their health is one of the most common challenges that men face. It’s time to change the conversation about both mental and physical health and support men to open up and seek help when they need it.

01.01.2022 She smiled and her whole face lit up. Or maybe it was mine. All I know for certain is that smile lit up even my darkest days. - J. Sterling Today we’re celebrating World Smile Day . Although in Melbourne we’ve been wearing face masks covering our nose and mouth, there’s nothing that can hide a genuine smile, it beams through our entire face. Smiling can also boost our own personal mood, helping us relieve stress and encourage positivity. ... Tag someone who makes you smile and let them know you’re thinking of them today.