Many people believe that their loved one’s final resting place belongs to them forever. This isn’t true in Western Australia (WA). Every grave is subject to a lease known as a “Grant of Right of Burial” (Grant). A standard Grant (including for pre-paid plots) lasts for just 25 years. This doesn’t just apply to burial... Continue Reading →
Broken Promises on Karrakatta Headstone Removal
In March 2022, redevelopment commenced in the Anglican ZO section of Karrakatta Cemetery. The majority of headstones were removed, making way for new graves as part of the ongoing redevelopment program — marketed by the misleading term “Cemetery Renewal”. This area is rich with history, having been established in the 1930s and being the last... Continue Reading →
Templeman Backflips on Karrakatta — 10 Years On
Ten years ago this week, the then Shadow Minister for Local Government, David Templeman, made a statement in parliament criticising the Karrakatta Cemetery redevelopment program (marketed by the misleading term “Cemetery Renewal”). Mr Templeman stated that it was an “increasingly concerning issue” that “threatens the last resting place of hundreds of Western Australians, some of... Continue Reading →
Has Karrakatta Become a Showroom?
To date, more than 45 original sections at Karrakatta Cemetery have been affected by the redevelopment program — marketed by the misleading term “Cemetery Renewal”. The Metropolitan Cemeteries Board (MCB) claims that this process is “essential” to keep the cemetery open for new burials. It seems, however, that Karrakatta is also being used for other,... Continue Reading →