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Macquarie Park Cemetery Celebrates 100 Years of Caring
On 20 April 2022, Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium marked a century passed since its first burial took place.
Well known for its serene and picturesque parkland gardens, Macquarie Park has grown to become the largest cemetery on Sydney’s North Shore, spanning 59 hectares of Crown land.
Henry Mashman (1855 – 1922)
History of Henry Mashman prepared by Willoughby District Historical Society and Museum – April 2022. Born in Lambeth, London, Surrey, England on 2 April 1855, Henry Mashman was the sixth child of James Mashman and Harriett Frances Mashman (nee Baker).
Bushland Cemetery monument dedicated to Armenian souls past, present, and future
4 April 2022 More than 90 guests connected with the northern beaches and north shore Armenian community, attended the dedication of a unique memorial at Frenchs Forest Bushland Cemetery on Saturday 2 April.
Amenities Upgrades at Macquarie Park
Northern Cemeteries will be carrying out minor refurbishments to the Amenities Blocks across Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium.
Mourning in the digital age
While the ongoing Covid pandemic has had the heart-rending effect of separating families across towns and cities, states and countries through the restrictions on gatherings and travel, it has also accelerated a digital revolution in various ways.
Major restoration planned for Sandgate Cemetery’s historic chapel
Sandgate Cemetery’s historic chapel will undergo a major restoration, with Northern Cemeteries matching a $330,000 NSW state government grant. Funding for the project was secured from the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund Program which supports the development, maintenance and protection of Crown reserves through the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment. Northern Cemeteries’ Acting Chief … Continued
Grounds Maintenance and Projects Update
Our grounds team are dedicated to maintaining our cemetery grounds so they look their best at all times throughout the year.
Visitor Weather Warning
Due to recent inclement weather, areas of our cemetery may be slippery and not to our usual standard. To ensure the safety of everyone on site some areas may be closed from time to time if they are identified as posing a greater risk and/or requiring extensive cleaning. We encourage you to remain cautious and postpone your visit where possible.
Working together to limit the spread of COVID-19
As the current Covid situation continues to evolve, Northern Cemeteries is doing everything possible to limit disruption to services and keep our families, employees and community safe.
Some staff are working remotely and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we resolve issues locally. If you are planning a funeral services, we urge you to engage with us as early as possible so that we can continue to deliver the best outcomes for families at their time of need.
As a reminder, we ask all visitors to our cemeteries site to ensure they comply with the current NSW Health Restrictions.
- For the safety of families, staff and the general public, we are asking that anyone who is feeling unwell to not attend funeral services
For further information about COVID-19 and the latest updates at Northern Cemeteries click here.
About Northern Cemeteries
Northern Cemeteries is a not-for-profit organisation that consists of five unique cemetery sites, four located on Sydney’s North Shore and Sandgate Cemetery located in Newcastle. Each location has its own distinct personality, catering to diverse communities with individual cultural, traditional and religious needs.
We provide funeral services including burial and cremation to all members of the community. Everyone that uses our services can enjoy the same level of care, quality and respect from our team.
Australia’s First Peoples
Northern Cemeteries acknowledges the unique status of Australia’s First Peoples as the original people of this land. We recognise their cultures, histories and ongoing relationship and obligations to the land and waterways.
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