Kinglake Ranges Cemetery Trust

01/06/2026

The trust is looking for your feedback!

Have you ever thought about what will happen to you after you pass away?
What process do I want.. Cremation or Burial?
How will I be buried or where?
These are very important questions to answer so your loved ones know your wishes, when the time comes.

The Kinglake Ranges Cemetery Trust has been diligently working on the development of a cemetery at 11 Blackwood Lane, Kinglake Central.
Our goal for the site is to create a tranquil and respectful final resting place for the community.

While physical development has not yet begun, the Trust is eager to hear from residents and the wider community. We invite you to participate in a survey to help us understand which types of interment options are most needed and should be considered as we plan the future vision for this space.

The Trust would like to thank you for your time and interest in completing our survey. It will also be available in the July edition of the Mountain Monthly.
Please return hardcopy surveys by mail to PO Box 92 Kinglake, 3763
or scan & email to [email protected]
or submit online with the attached QR code.
https://forms.gle/ASWWiXDAdK7Jc2tE9

15/08/2025

Construction of the entry & exit crossovers back in 2022.

30/01/2024

This too is the vision of the Kinglake Ranges Cemetery Trust.

Can I visit a cemetery for exercise or leisure?

Cemeteries are often misunderstood as spaces reserved solely for the dead and those grieving.

While this is an incredibly important role cemeteries play for the public, our parks are also evolving, open spaces for everyone to enjoy.

Historically, cemeteries have been a place for families and friends to meet socially for walks, picnics and events.

Today, members of our local communities visit our locations for a variety of activities including dog walking, jogging, cycling, coffee catchups, meetings, guided and self-guided historical tours or family research, just to name a few.

We kindly ask that visitors remember our cemeteries are used as spaces for quiet reflection, and to always be mindful of others. Dogs on lead are welcome at all GMCT sites, but we do ask that they remain on lead at all times to protect wildlife, be respectful of others and ensure their own safety.

Learn more about what to expect when visiting your local cemetery: https://www.gmct.com.au/resources/what-to-expect

06/03/2023

The Kinglake Ranges Cemetery Trust are sad to announce the passing of one of our founding members Marg Hale.
We would like to acknowledge her passion and all her contributions to the cemetery, and community she loved. She will be greatly missed.

Marg’s celebration of life will be held at White Haven Reception in Whittlesea @1:30pm on Tuesday 7th March. Afternoon tea will be provided after the service.

Photo: Sue Blacket-Hale

10/02/2023

“Why isn’t somebody taking care of these old graves?”

If you find yourself asking this question while walking through certain areas of our cemeteries, you’re not alone.

Many people assume that it’s the cemetery’s responsibility to care for headstones and memorial plaques.

In fact, the right to alter, repair or remove memorials belongs to the holder of the right of interment (ROI) – the original purchaser of the plot or someone nominated by them.

As the ROI is passed from generation to generation, people often fall out of the habit of visiting and maintaining memorials and even finding the descendants of the original rights holders can be a difficult task.

If an old headstone has collapsed or become unstable, the most GMCT can do without the permission of the ROI holder is adjust its position to make the area safe for visitors.

GMCT staff work to maintain the shared space around memorials to ensure a safe, peaceful, beautiful environment for all. If you think you might be entitled to the ROI for a grave as the descendant of the original holder, GMCT can help guide you through the process of determining who holds the right.

Learn more on our website: https://www.gmct.com.au/resources/right-of-interment