St Kilda Cemetery in St Kilda, Victoria | Cemetery

St Kilda Cemetery

Locality: St Kilda, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9349 3014

Address: Dandenong Road 3183 St Kilda, VIC, Australia

Website: smct.org.au/our-locations/about-st-kilda-cemetery

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24.01.2022 If you ask any of our employees what its like to work at a cemetery they are likely to use words like beautiful, natural and serene, well before tombsto...ne or gravestone. If you love images that show the seasons unfurling before our eyes, or the wildlife that works alongside us in our shared habitat. Check out our favourites, featured in our latest blog post Life among the headstones. https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//life-among-the-headsto/ See more

23.01.2022 Read our latest blog post, 'Stopping to smell the roses with Rolfe'. You will gain insight into what it takes to cultivate, nurture and care for over 35,000 roses across Springvale Botanical Cemetery's beautiful grounds. http://bit.ly/RosesSBCBlog. Then why not our Head Rosarian, Rolfe, who will be giving a rose-themed walk and talk at The Centre for Care and Wellbeing at Springvale Botanical Cemetery on Thursday 9 November, at 10.30am (bookings essential at http://bit.ly/RosesCCW)

23.01.2022 Life Winter Edition 2018 -

20.01.2022 Our popular Halloween Tours at Melbourne General Cemetery are only just around the corner! Read the 'From tombstones to TripAdvisor reviews' blog article to rem...ind yourself why cemeteries are such interesting and beautiful places to visit. And don't forget to book yourself into a Halloween Tour at MGC as tickets sell out fast. https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//from-tombstones-to-tri/

20.01.2022 Reimagining 'Little Lon'. Archaeological digs in Melbourne's CBD have unearthed surprising insights into the everyday lives of Melburnians living in the Little... Lonsdale precinct, known as 'Little Lon', during the Victorian era. In fact, Little Lon has become one of the most thoroughly investigated urban archaeological sites in Australia, with over 500,000 artefacts recovered from one site alone.Find out more about Melbourne's fascinating past with our Honouring Life guest extract from the soon-to-be-launched history and geneaology related magazine, 'Traces'. https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//reimagining-little-lon/

19.01.2022 When is a doily not a doily? I found out firsthand, after my mother died and these humble posessions gained the title of treasure. Read the personal account o...f why clearing out her deceased estate was so difficult as previously seemingly everyday items gained precious status overnight. https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//how-trinkets-become-fa/

19.01.2022 Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust are currently undertaking a review of the fence surrounding the perimeter of St Kilda Cemetery We ask that you exercise caution when travelling through the area.

18.01.2022 Art can be discovered in the most surprising places and Melbourne General Cemetery is no exception. Teeming with historically relevant sculptures from prominent... artists of the time or humble monumental masons, you can spend many hours inspired by the gorgeous works across our grounds. Whether taking a group tour, or enjoying a solo trip there's plenty for the art student or the art lover to marvel at. Kickstart your artistic journey of discovery by reading the 'Leaving a mark with art' blog. https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//leaving-a-mark-with-art/

18.01.2022 We are proud supporters of Dying to Know Day, which is held annually on the 8th of August. This national campaign encourages people to break down taboos around ...death and get talking about one of lifes greatest certainties. To find out more about why this day is so important, read what the organisers, the Groundswell Project, have to say in their guest blog piece The other fact of life we should talk about. #D2KDay See more

16.01.2022 Springvale Botanical Cemetery is beautiful in every season, but Spring is one of our favourites with Cherry Blossoms abuzz with foraging bees. Our on-site hives... will produce over 100 kilograms of honey before Summer's end. Come and watch the bees in action in our stunning gardens and reward yourself with a visit to our on-site Cafe Vita et flores (meaning life and fowers - how apt!). See more

15.01.2022 We are currently undertaking works on the iconic St Kilda Cemetery fence. Some graves near the wall now have restricted access. We are contacting families dire...ctly. For anyone planning on visiting their loved one during the Easter please exercise caution. Please contact customer care with any queries ph (03) 9349 3014 e. [email protected]

15.01.2022 RU OK? Today is #RUOKDay, an important initiative we feel passionate about. Understanding others starts with asking 'are you ok?' and particularly in times of g...rief it can be hard. So ask someone today how they are, and help them through a tough time. To find out more visit https://www.ruok.org.au/. If you or someone you know is having a difficult time contact Lifeline 13 11 24.

15.01.2022 https://goo.gl/Fspx7v "Engaging in the full range of experience living and dying, love and loss is what we get to do. Being human doesn't happen despite suf...fering it happens within it." - Dr Lucy Kalanithi. We are privileged to share Dr Kalanithi's powerful talk on the Honouring Life blog. Her moving and brave TED talk sheds eloquent light on how having tough conversations about death and what we want, helps those around us more than silence ever could. See more

15.01.2022 Sometimes it's the little things in life that make us truly happy, as described in our latest blog, 'The happiness list'. Read the heartwarming story of Marie-T...herese Khan's happiness list and find out why the little things count for a lot, particularly when the big things don't work out as we would like. Read more... http://honouringlife.smct.org.au//09/25/the-happiness-list/ See more

12.01.2022 During the holiday season we can find ourselves missing loved ones who are no longer here to share this special time, and the special meals associated with it. Our latest blog explores the role food plays in cherished memories. honouringlife.smct.org.au//family-recipes-honour-life-aro/

12.01.2022 Wherever in the world you are, join families, friends and loved ones across the globe for the Lights of Love International Wave of Light in memory of all children who pass away during pregnancy and in infancy.

12.01.2022 Whether it's around the camp fire or around a banqueting table, humans are hard-wired to connect and share stories over a meal. This is something our very own S...ous Chef, Roxy Flores knows too well as she oversees the beautiful food served in our function rooms. Roxy shares her Grandmother's time-honoured fajitas recipe in our latest Honouring Life blog. The recipe embraces seasonal produce such as sun-ripened capsicums, and a story or two from 'Mama' Roxy! https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//roxys-time-honoured-ch/

11.01.2022 Lest We forget... Today we remember, and are grateful for, the honour of the servicemen and women who gave so much to protect our way of life.

11.01.2022 Clearing the contents of a loved ones home is often seen as the highway to healing, when the opposite is usually true. Do you have any trinkets or treasures that you hold dear? https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//grief-and-clearing-dec/

10.01.2022 In a world where change is constant, it is small gestures of kindness that make us uniquely human. Care, compassion and community are the ordinary virtues that underpin a good society. The Autumn edition of Life focuses on our valued community. Click here to read - Life Autumn Edition 2018 -

10.01.2022 Many of us know someone affected by cancer, whether a colleague, a friend or a family member. Sending strength and love everyday, but especially today - #DaffodilDay together in the fight against cancer.

09.01.2022 Today marks the 40th anniversary of Elvis Presleys death. Did you know, Melbourne General Cemetery is the location of a famous memorial to the King of rock '...n roll? Believed to be the only authorised Elvis memorial outside of America, it was unveiled by Australia's leading rock singer, Johnny O'Keefe, on 26 November 1977. Devastated by the singers premature death, his Australian fan club convinced the cemetery managers to locate the memorial in a rockery that has stood in the cemetery since the 1880s. Reflecting the significance of popular culture, and the style of rockery, the memorial is now heritage listed. Although Elvis is buried in Graceland, this memorial has been a popular place of pilgrimage for fans over the years, and remains one of the most visited memorials in the cemetery. On the anniversary of his death many of Elvis fans place flowers, guitar-shaped wreaths and teddy bears on the memorial. It is not unusual to see fans in tears all these years later. Today is no different, and we expect many fans will flock to Melbourne General Cemetery to reflect on the milestone anniversary of Elvis death. Perhaps you would like to join them and share your memories of the singer. Or why not book yourself on a tour of Melbourne General Cemetery to find out more about the Elvis memorial as well as other notable figures? Image Courtesy of Helen Green Art

08.01.2022 The Winter edition of SMCT's publication 'LIFE' is now ready for you to explore. Find out about our exciting new blog, 'Honouring Life', and a host of new developments including the final mausoleum currently under construction at Melbourne General Cemetery, MYLifebook workshops at our Centre for Care and Wellbeing and an upgrade to the Witness Cremation Viewing Room at Springvale Botanical Cemetery. We hope you enjoy catching up on all the news in LIFE.

08.01.2022 Our Head Rosarian shares his 'Top 6 Life Hacks for Roses' on our blog. http://bit.ly/RoseHacks It's customary that the roses at Flemington are in full bloom for... the Melbourne Cup Carnival, but many home gardeners cross their fingers that their roses will be in good form and give a 'home stretch' full of Summer colour. If you want a bit of insider information to ensure life comes up roses, then read on to find out top tips to get your roses 'race day ready' and blooming beautifully this Summer. See more

07.01.2022 Today is a time to reflect on what makes Australia such a great country the people, land, diversity, sense of fair go, lifestyle, democracy and the freedom we... enjoy. Australia Day is about acknowledging our nations past, celebrating the present, uniting and moving forward together as a community. At the Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust we honour and embrace our diverse communities.

07.01.2022 Rebecca Dunns thoughtful and personal story illustrates how keenly the loss of a mother can be felt, throughout every phase of our lives, and well beyond Mothe...rs Day. Read about her journey in her guest blog post Beyond Mothers Day which tells of the support that can be gained through connection with others facing the similar challenge of navigating motherhood without the presence of your own mum. https://honouringlife.smct.org.au///14/beyond-mothers-day/

07.01.2022 One of the quirkiest aspects of early Victorian funerals was the employment of a funeral mute. It was the mute's job to stand vigil outside the door of the dec...eased, then accompany the coffin, wearing dark clothes, looking solemn and usually carrying a long stick (called a wand) covered in black crepe. Historys best-known mute is undoubtedly Charles Dickens Oliver Twist, who was employed by the extremely sour undertaker, Mr. Sowerberry. Though most "mutes" were perfectly capable of speech, it was their responsibility, not only to remain silent throughout the duration of every funeral, but also to maintain an exaggeratedly mournful expression while they served in the capacity of mute. Macabre as it may seem, during the Regency period, there were men and boys who regularly supplemented their income as professional mutes. See more

06.01.2022 ANZAC Day Today we honour the sacrifice and service of our brave servicemen and women. Lest we forget.... Picture: War Graves at the Springvale War Cemetery

05.01.2022 Branching out at the cemetery is all in a day's work for the arborists at Springvale Botanical Cemetery. Learn about the valuable training provided by our trees... in our lates blog piece, or better still, see these beautiful quiet giants for yourself on your next visit. https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//arborists-branch-out-a/

05.01.2022 Melbourne has many hidden treausres, but one of the most surprisingly different days out can be found at Springvale Botanical Cemetery. Find out what you can discover in the 'Looking for a different day out?' - https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//looking-for-a-differen/

03.01.2022 Visitors to any one of the eight cemeteries and memorial parks that SMCT cares for are immediately struck with how much beauty, and life, exists within the grou...nds. Thats because the founding principles of cemeteries was that they should be multi-purpose assets, built for community use. These principles are still very much in evidence in the images taken by our proud employees during their working day. Head to our blog Life among the headstones to see why SMCT employees are proud to preserve and enrich the beautiful park lands entrusted to our care. https://honouringlife.smct.org.au//life-among-the-headsto/

03.01.2022 51 years ago today - 18 August 1966, 105 young Australians of Delta Company, 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (half of them conscripts) along with 3 New... Zealanders attached from 161 Battery, 16 Field Regiment, Royal New Zealand Artillery, fought for their lives against an overwhelming enemy force of 2,500 battle hardened North Vietnamese and Main Force Viet Cong, in a rubber plantation called Long Tan. These 18 young Australians, one from every state of Australia, gave their lives in the service of their country. Lest we forget these 18 brave Australians and of course the hundreds of former Vietnamese foes who perished in this incredible battle. We also remember the extraordinary duty, service, skill and gallantry of the supporting Australian, New Zealand and U.S. Army artillery in this battle, the RAAF, the Australian Armoured Corps and the U.S. Air Force. These circumstances of an Australian Infantry Company defeating an enemy force 25 times their size with combined arms support, was so extraordinary that Delta Company, 6RAR were awarded the U.S. Presidential Unit Citation for Gallantry, the Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation from the South Vietnamese Government, and the Australian Unit Citation for Gallantry. Today is also a day to remember and honour all of the 521 Australians and 37 New Zealanders who made the supreme sacrifice in the Vietnam War.

02.01.2022 We are lighting a candle tonight for Lights of Love International Wave of Light in memory of all children who have passed away during pregnancy and in infancy.

02.01.2022 Life Summer Edition 2017 - This edition includes articles describing our activities and services that ensure we remain a constant advocate for the communities we serve, our people and our industry. -

01.01.2022 Transforming end of life conversations into deep community engagement and social action is a part of what Dying to Know Day is all about every year on the 8th o...f August. Read what the The GroundSwell Project team have to say about this national day dedicated to end of life discussion in their guest blog piece The other fact of life we should talk about. http://bit.ly/2fZvYhH See more