Metropolitan Memorial Parks

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Metropolitan Memorial Parks For over 150 years, Metropolitan Memorial Parks has been a place of meaningful connection and history.

We celebrate life by creating remarkable places to reflect, connect and remember. We are dedicated to creating a shared space for all Australiansโ€”one where lifeโ€™s most significant moments are honoured, remembered and cherished. Through compassionate care and sustainable innovation, our grounds are carefully crafted to be lasting tributes, ensuring they remain special for generations to come. We proudly care for and manage the following memorial parks and cemeteries:
โ€ข Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park and Crematorium
โ€ข Field of Mars Cemetery
โ€ข Frenchs Forest Bushland Cemetery
โ€ข Gore Hill Memorial Cemetery
โ€ข Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium
โ€ข Rookwood General Cemetery and Crematorium
โ€ข Sandgate Cemetery
โ€ข Woronora Memorial Park and Crematorium

Our team is united by a deep commitment to excellence and a heartfelt responsibility to the communities we serve across Sydney and Newscastle.

How do you find the right words to remember a loved one? ๐ŸคChoosing an inscription is a deeply personal part of creating ...
20/10/2026

How do you find the right words to remember a loved one? ๐Ÿค

Choosing an inscription is a deeply personal part of creating a memorial, but knowing what to write isnโ€™t always easy.

Our latest article offers gentle guidance on choosing words that reflect the person youโ€™re remembering, with ideas for traditional, spiritual and personal inscriptions.

You can also download our Inscription Guide, with examples and guidance to help you find the words for a meaningful tribute.

Read the article and download the guide ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4zFKxJQ

Planning ahead isn't about dwelling on the future. It's about making things a little easier for the people you love ๐Ÿ’šJoi...
19/10/2026

Planning ahead isn't about dwelling on the future. It's about making things a little easier for the people you love ๐Ÿ’š

Join us for a free Rest Assured webinar with Nicque and Lillian from The Last Time Funerals as we discuss the value of documenting your wishes, having meaningful conversations and using the My Wishes resource to capture what matters most.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Wednesday, 21 October
๐Ÿ•” 5pm - 6:30pm
Register ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/47YoUIG

Every family has a story and every story deserves space and time to be remembered ๐ŸคTo mark Pregnancy and Infant Loss Rem...
16/10/2026

Every family has a story and every story deserves space and time to be remembered ๐Ÿค

To mark Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, Metropolitan Memorial Parks held a special memorial service to remember babies lost too soon and honour the love, grief and memories carried by their families.

Throughout the service, families generously shared their personal experiences of loss, creating moments of connection, understanding and remembrance. Their stories were a powerful reminder that while every experience is different, no one should have to navigate loss alone.

As evening fell, candles were lit for the International Wave of Light, a shared moment of remembrance for babies lost too soon, observed by families around the world ๐Ÿ•ฏ๏ธ

We thank everyone who attended and shared in this meaningful occasion of remembrance and our partners Bears Of Hope Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support and White Lady Funerals for their support in making the service possible.

Want to stay connected with whatโ€™s happening across our memorial parks?Subscribe to our newsletter for: ๐Ÿ“ฐ Helpful articl...
16/10/2026

Want to stay connected with whatโ€™s happening across our memorial parks?

Subscribe to our newsletter for:
๐Ÿ“ฐ Helpful articles and resources
๐Ÿ“– Stories of notable Australians laid to rest at our memorial parks
๐ŸŒณ Updates, events and news from around the grounds

Subscribe now and stay connected ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/3UiXB8N

โœจ Submission deadline extended to 31 October!There's still time for professional and apprentice stonemasons to enter the...
14/10/2026

โœจ Submission deadline extended to 31 October!

There's still time for professional and apprentice stonemasons to enter the Masters of Stone Exhibition and showcase their craftsmanship.

๏ปฟThis yearโ€™s theme, The Arch, invites entrants to explore one of the most recognisable and enduring forms in stone architecture, celebrating the craftsmanship and artistry that continues to shape our built and memorial landscapes.

๐Ÿ“† Submissions now due by 31 October 2026.
Apply now ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4hZrZNo

For almost 160 years, Rookwood has been part of Sydney's story.Our latest article explores the history of Rookwood, from...
13/10/2026

For almost 160 years, Rookwood has been part of Sydney's story.

Our latest article explores the history of Rookwood, from the funeral railway to the Victorian landscape features that continue to shape the grounds today. Watch our history video and discover the stories, people and places that have made Rookwood one of Australia's most significant heritage sites.

Read more and watch the video ๐Ÿ”— https://bit.ly/3TQLJKS

Last chance to enter the Masters of Stone Exhibition ๐ŸŒŸWeโ€™re inviting professional and apprentice stonemasons to showcase...
07/10/2026

Last chance to enter the Masters of Stone Exhibition ๐ŸŒŸ

Weโ€™re inviting professional and apprentice stonemasons to showcase their craftsmanship, creativity and connection to this enduring trade in our Masters of Stone Exhibition.

The 2027 exhibition theme is The Arch, encouraging entrants to explore one of the most recognisable and enduring forms in stone architecture. This exhibition celebrates the artistry that continues to shape our built and memorial landscapes.

Applications close on 12 October 2026.
Apply now ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/4hKcbOw

"What would you want your family to know?"It's a simple question, but one many of us haven't taken the time to answer.Ou...
06/10/2026

"What would you want your family to know?"

It's a simple question, but one many of us haven't taken the time to answer.

Our free Rest Assured webinar will explore why sharing your wishes matters, how to start the conversation, and practical ways to document what's important to you. Join Nicque and Lillian from The Last Time Funerals for an open and informative discussion about planning ahead ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Wednesday, 21 October
๐Ÿ•” 5pm - 6:30pm

Register ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://bit.ly/46S39Ke

We warmly invite the community to join our annual remembrance service, where families, friends and loved ones can come t...
01/10/2026

We warmly invite the community to join our annual remembrance service, where families, friends and loved ones can come together to honour and remember babies and infants gone too soon.

The service will include personal stories, music, a candle-lighting ceremony as part of the International Wave of Light and an opportunity to write messages of love and remembrance.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, 15 October
๐Ÿ•“ 4pm - 5pm
๐Ÿ“ Karinya Children's Garden, Woronora Memorial Park and Crematorium

Register: https://bit.ly/4hprixK

Address

Hawthorne Avenue
Rookwood, NSW
2141

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4am
Tuesday 8:30am - 4am
Wednesday 8:30am - 4am
Thursday 8:30am - 4am
Friday 8:30am - 4am
Saturday 8:30am - 4am
Sunday 8:30am - 4am

Telephone

+61285758100

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