News & Events - The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust

Tales from Beyond the Grave at Templestowe Cemetery 28/04/2016

Local author and historian Dr Jim Poulter will host a heritage walk through Templestowe Cemetery on 28 April.

Werribee Mausoleum blessed 30/03/2016

Werribee Mausoleum recently received an official blessing from Auxiliary Bishop of Melbourne Vincent Long.

Harrick's Cottage Open Day 19/03/2016

Join Keilor Historical Society for the Harrick's Cottage Open Day at Keilor Cemetery.

Mother's Day Ikebana Workshop 08/05/2016

You are invited to a free Mother's Day workshop at GMCT to learn the art of Ikebana, a meditative flower arranging technique originating in Japan.

Blessing of the Werribee Mausoleum Extension 23/03/2016

Join GMCT for the official blessing of the Werribee Mausoleum extension, to be conducted by Auxiliary Bishop Vincent Long on March 23.

'A Will for the Woods' Screening 04/03/2016

GMCT recently hosted a screening of ‘A Will for the Woods’ at Donkey Wheel House, supporting people to start conversations about pre-planning and informed, sustainable end of life choices.

New GMCT Trust Announced 01/03/2016

New appointments to The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust have been announced, including a new Chair and three new members.

Community Celebrates Altona Memorial Park's New Facilities 01/03/2016

Altona Memorial Park's new chapel complex and sculpture garden have been officially opened at a special community event.

Vigils for Vietnam Veterans at GMCT 29/02/2016

On Sunday 21 February, the Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia Victorian Branch marked the 50^th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, conducting a simultaneous graveside memorial.

Celebrating our new facilities at Altona Memorial Park 24/02/2016

We welcome the local community to join us in celebrating the opening of Altona Memorial Park’s new chapel complex and gardens.