Draft Cemeteries Strategy 2026

About the project

Council is updating its Cemeteries Strategy to help guide the future planning, management and provision of cemetery services across the Cessnock Local Government Area.

As part of early engagement, Council is seeking feedback from the general community to better understand local connections to cemeteries, current experiences and future needs. This includes views on interment options, cultural and religious considerations, cemetery features and potential improvements.

Feedback received through this survey will help inform the preparation of the draft updated Cemeteries Strategy, ensuring it reflects community values, changing needs and long-term planning considerations.

Participants may also choose to leave their contact details to be notified when the draft Cemeteries Strategy is placed on public exhibition.

Cemeteries in Cessnock Local Government Area

A cemetery is a place of reflection, remembrance and to celebrate your loved one's life. Cessnock City Council manages a total of 12 cemeteries made up of ten General Cemeteries and two Lawn Cemeteries.

Council's Cemeteries are located in Branxton, Cessnock, Ellalong, Rothbury, Aberdare, Greta, Weston, Millfield and Wollombi.

For more information about Council's Cemeteries including Frequently Asked Questions and to speak with our Cemeteries Team please visit the Our Cemeteries webpage.

Have Your Say

Our engagement survey collecting early input for the development of a draft Cemeteries Strategy is open now and available below.

The project lifecycle will include ongoing stakeholder engagement as the draft Cemeteries Strategy is developed.

Please let us know when you complete the survey if you would like to stay informed as the project progresses.

The next steps include a draft Cemeteries Strategy to be placed on public exhibition once prepared.