Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium
Overview
Nestled in the heart of North Sydney lies Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium, spanning over 145 acres of meticulously maintained grounds. Established in 1922, it has been a cornerstone of the local community ever since.
Visitors can immerse themselves in the history of the cemetery, by participating in self-guided tours.
Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium have developed self-guided tours to provide a unique perspective on this historic site, the design of the grounds and insights into the stories behind the notable figures buried here. Among the most notable are Sir Robert John Kerr (Governor General), William Morris ‘Billy’ Hughes and Bob Hawke (Prime Ministers), and celebrated entertainers Lottie Lyell and Johnny O’Keefe.
Accessibility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Have a hearing loop
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have step free access to the conference or function room
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
