Full monumental graves

Certain cemeteries allow the erection of both vertical and horizontal private memorial works, which may include a headstone, cross or plaque, or a commemorative grave demarcation like a slab, railing or stone chips.

Full monumental graves are laid head-to-head, flanked by pathways. This is an uneconomical layout and attracts the highest price. The City therefore encourages families to consider reopening graves to accommodate a second or third burial. There is also the reduction burial option, which involves exhuming remains in older graves and placing them in a smaller box for even deeper burial to free up space for one or two more coffins.

Owners of monumental graves may alter or add to these works if they apply for a memorial works permit.

Berm burials

Berm graves are private graves and allow a second burial of a family member on top of another coffin. Only headstones are permitted making these the more aesthetically and financially attractive option.

The absence of pathways saves space and eases upkeep of the cemetery, which results in a better ambience.

The City encourages families to consider reopening graves to accommodate a second or third burial. There is also the reduction burial option, where remains from older graves are exhumed and placed in a smaller box for deeper burial to accommodate one or two more coffins.