Geelong Cemeteries Trust has opened its fourth community mausoleum.
The official opening was held in the grounds of Geelong Eastern Cemetery on Monday 20 May 2024, with a number of Councillors and Representatives of Parliament in attendance to support the importance of this new space.
This was followed by a community opening on Wednesday 19 June 2024, welcoming families who have purchased crypts. St Mary’s Parish Priest Father Jim Clarke performed a blessing of the new mausoleum.
The new mausoleum building meets the growing needs of the community and offers a traditional, cultural and significant resting place.
Completed over 11 months, the new space provides 105 crypts and is set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens and walkways, offering visitors a quiet environment for reflection.
The building is designed by award-winning architecture and interior design practice, Harmer Architecture, and draws on the existing three mausolea, characterised by light-filled galleries and elegant finishes using the highest quality materials. All trades and consultants were Victorian based with many from the Geelong region. Geelong Cemeteries Trust staff also played a pivotal role in the construction and landscaping.
Each mausoleum stands as a unique building, distinguished by details such as unique stone, Italian bronze statues and chandeliers of coloured glass.
Crypts are available to be pre-purchased, with options to suit all families. For more information or to Plan Ahead, contact our friendly client services team on on 5249 3939 or [email protected].
