Dying to Know

Dying to Know We’re not here to whisper about death. We’re here to yell about life. Death literacy advocates. Dying to Know Day (8 August) is a national day of action.

Host an event to normalise chatting about death, dying, grief in your home, community or workplace. Dying to Know is an annual campaign that brings to life conversations and community action around death, dying and bereavement. Dying to Know Day is held across the month of August each year, with the 8th August being the signature date. The campaign aims to support Australians to improve death lite

racy and progress end-of-life planning through local and community events. Our purpose is to promote:

- Community led conversations about end-of-life care, death and loss.

- Taking a public health approach to these conversations by addressing death, dying and bereavement through community-focused initiatives. Through action, we can normalise how we approach death and build compassionate communities that are able to respond to death and loss when it occurs.

- Meaningful value-based end-of-life planning that occurs at any age and regardless of our health status to help ensure we are all dying in a way that is consistent with our individual values or wishes.

- The latest research and evidence about death, dying, grief and end-of-life planning.

- Developing death literacy as the knowledge, compassion and practical skills that enable supportive action and active decision-making around someone’s end-of-life choices. Dying to Know is a not-for-profit organisation powered by Proveda, founded by The Groundswell Project Australia.

09/08/2026

🎶 Behind the Song | Australia's Final Playlist

Today we share more of your Dying to Know songs. Kelly from Community Village in Central West Queensland shares the song she'd choose for her final farewell.

Final song: Standing Room Only - Tim McGraw

For Kelly, Standing Room Only is a reminder of what really matters in life. She loves the song's message about letting go of grudges, leading with kindness, and making sure love is at the centre of the life we live.

It's a song that encourages us to focus less on the things that divide us and more on the people and relationships that matter most. That's how Kelly hopes to be remembered, with an open heart and no regrets.

What's your final song, and why?

1️⃣ Add your song to Australia's Final Playlist on Spotify.
2️⃣ Share a post on social media telling us why you chose it.
3️⃣ Include so your story becomes part of the conversation.

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09/08/2026

🎶 Behind the Song | Australia's Final Playlist

Today we share more of your Dying to Know songs. Rod from the Woolgoolga Senior Centre, shares what he'd choose for his final farewell.

Final songs:
Time to Say Goodbye - Sarah Brightman & Andrea Bocelli
Don't You (Forget About Me) - Simple Minds

Rod couldn't choose just one. Together, these two songs capture the farewell he'd like to leave behind, and as he puts it, they'll "see me out nicely."

What's your final song, and why?
1️⃣ Add your song to Australia's Final Playlist on Spotify.
2️⃣ Share a post on social media telling us why you chose it.
3️⃣ Include so your story becomes part of the conversation.

🤍 Thank you.Dying to Know Day may be over, but the conversations don't stop here!Thank you to everyone who opened your d...
09/08/2026

🤍 Thank you.
Dying to Know Day may be over, but the conversations don't stop here!

Thank you to everyone who opened your doors, pulled up a chair, put the kettle on or simply made space for a conversation that matters.

Thank you to every event host, volunteer, health professional, community group and compassionate community who helped Australians feel more confident talking about death, dying and end-of-life wishes.

Thank you to everyone who shared your final song, your story or simply asked someone, "Have you ever thought about what you'd want?"

Every conversation matters, because every conversation helps make Australia a little more death-literate.

If you didn't make it along to an event this week, don't worry. There are still plenty happening throughout August, and free conversation starters, planning tools and resources are always available at dyingtoknow.au.

The conversation doesn't end with Dying to Know Day. In many ways, it's only just getting started.

Thank you for being part of it.

Enjoy more songs as we share them today.

08/08/2026
08/08/2026

🎶 Behind the Song | Australia's Final Playlist

As Dying to Know Day comes to a close, we've been privileged to hear the stories behind some truly meaningful songs.

From songs that brought comfort and security, to those that celebrated a life well lived, honoured cherished memories or simply invited everyone to end with a dance, every choice reminded us that a final song is never just about the music.
It's about the people, the memories, the values and the conversations that help others better understand what matters most to us.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who shared their story with us today, and to everyone who added their song to Australia's Final Playlist.

If you haven't chosen your final song yet, there's still time.

1️⃣ Add your song to Australia's Final Playlist on Spotify.
2️⃣ Share a post on social media telling us why you chose it.
3️⃣ Include so your story becomes part of the conversation.
Because when we share what matters most, nobody knows becomes .

08/08/2026

🎶 Behind the Song | Australia's Final Playlist

This Dying to Know Day, Jodie Atkinson shares the song she'd choose for her final farewell.

Final song: Symphony of Life - Tina Arena

For Jodie, this uplifting song is about love, connection and appreciating the simple things in life. It's a reminder that wisdom and the relationships we build are often the things that matter most.

What's your final song, and why?

1️⃣ Add your song to Australia's Final Playlist on Spotify.
2️⃣ Share a post on social media telling us why you chose it.
3️⃣ Include so your story becomes part of the conversation.

08/08/2026

🎶 Behind the Song | Australia's Final Playlist

This Dying to Know Day, Kylie from Advance Care Planning Australia shares the song she'd choose for her final farewell.

Final song: Stand by Me - Ben E. King

For Kylie, this song has been part of her life for many years. She describes it as feeling like a warm hug, representing love and security. After singing it to her children as babies and playing it at her wedding, it feels like the perfect song to bring comfort to those she leaves behind.

What's your final song, and why?

1️⃣ Add your song to Australia's Final Playlist on Spotify.
2️⃣ Share a post on social media telling us why you chose it.
3️⃣ Include so your story becomes part of the conversation.

08/08/2026

🎶 Behind the Song | Australia's Final Playlist

This Dying to Know Day, Judy Fitzgerald from shares the song she'd choose for her final farewell.

Final song: Love Is in the Air - John Paul Young

Judy says she has created a whole playlist, but this is the song she wants played because she'd like her passing to be remembered as a joyful celebration of who she was and what she brought to the world.

What's your final song, and why?

1️⃣ Add your song to Australia's Final Playlist on Spotify.
2️⃣ Share a post on social media telling us why you chose it.
3️⃣ Include so your story becomes part of the conversation.

08/08/2026

🎶 Behind the Song | Australia's Final Playlist

This Dying to Know Day, Leanne from DragonFly's Rest with Leanne Oshea shares the song she'd choose for her final farewell.

Final song: You Learn – Alanis Morissette

For Leanne, this song reflects a life of learning, growing and embracing every experience along the way. It's a reminder that our lives are shaped not only by the milestones, but also by the lessons we learn through every ebb and flow.

What's your final song, and why?

1️⃣ Add your song to Australia's Final Playlist on Spotify.
2️⃣ Share a post on social media telling us why you chose it.
3️⃣ Include so your story becomes part of the conversation.

08/08/2026

🎶 Behind the Song | Australia's Final Playlist

This Dying to Know Day, Peter shares the song he'd choose for his final farewell.

Final song: Don't You (Forget About Me) - Simple Minds

For Peter, this song speaks to something many of us hope for: to be remembered. It's about the memories we leave behind and the impact we have on the people in our lives.

What's your final song, and why?

1️⃣ Add your song to Australia's Final Playlist on Spotify.
2️⃣ Share a post on social media telling us why you chose it.
3️⃣ Include so your story becomes part of the conversation.

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