Visiting Myrtleford Cemetery

Myrtleford Cemeteries are peaceful places of rememberance, reflection and connection with our community's history. Visitors are welcome to spend time paying respects or explore the grounds. We kindly ask that all guests respect the quiet surroundings, follow cemetery guidelines, and help us preserve the grounds for future generations.

ENTRY CONDITIONS

For safety reasons, items such as glass, ceramics, and other breakables or deteriorating materials must not be placed on memorials or interment sites.
Due to cemetery location and risk of fire, it is not permitted to light candles within the cemetery, LED Candles are permitted.
Removing weeds in or around a grave (NOTE: No herbicide is to be sprayed on or around graves)
Only Authorised vehicles are permitted to enter the cemetery.
Please use the bins provided for all rubbish and green waste to help keep the cemetery grounds clean and respectful for all visitors.
It is not permitted to remove, pick, plant or damage any plant, flower, scrub or tree within the public cemetery without prior written approval.
Dogs are allowed in the Cemetery providing that:

Dogs remain on a leash at all times
Owners show courtesy to others and clean up after their dogs.
Dogs do not relieve themselves on memorial sites
Dogs do not bark excessively

VISITORS SAFETY NOTICE

When visiting Myrtleford Cemeteries, please be aware that the grounds are home to local wildlife, including kangaroos and snakes.

Snakes are occasionally seen in grassy or shaded areas, especically in warmer months. Please stay on the pathways where possible, wear inclosed footwear and take care when walking through long grass or near memorials and shrubs.

Kangaroos may be present on the grounds, particularly at the Lawn Cemetery. They are generally calm but can become unpredictable if approached. Please observe them from a distance and do not attempt to feed or touch them.

If you see a snake, remain calm, keep a safe distance and leave the area. In the event of an emergency, please call 000 immediately.

These cemeteries are not only places of rememberance but also part of the local natural environment. Thank you for respecting both the grounds and the wildelife that share them.