Waverley Cemetery facts for kids
Waverley Cemetery
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| Established | 1877 |
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St Thomas Street, Bronte, Waverley Council, New South Wales
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| Country | Australia |
| Type | Category II Local Govt Business |
| Owned by | Waverley Council |
| Size | 17 hectares (41 acres) |
| No. of graves | 50,000 |
| Official name | Waverley Cemetery; Waverley Cemetery; General Cemetery Waverley |
| Type | State heritage (complex / group) |
| Designated | 28 October 2016 |
| Reference no. | 1975 |
| Type | Cemetery/Graveyard/Burial Ground |
| Category | Cemeteries and Burial Sites |
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Waverley Cemetery is a special place located on cliffs in Bronte, a suburb of Sydney, Australia. It opened in 1877 and is known for its beautiful old monuments. Many people think it is one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world. The cemetery is home to the graves of many important Australians, including the famous poet Henry Lawson. It is also sometimes called General Cemetery Waverley. This historic site was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register in 2016.
The local government, Waverley Council, owns the cemetery. It pays for itself by charging for burials, cremations, and memorials. Over 86,000 people have been laid to rest here. Waverley Cemetery was even used as a filming location for the 1979 movie Tim, starring Mel Gibson. The cemetery was designed to be like famous cemeteries in other parts of the world, such as Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.
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Discover Waverley Cemetery
Waverley Cemetery is a very old and important place. It is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register. This means it is protected because of its history and beauty. The cemetery was built by R. Watkins and P. Beddie. They designed the cemetery lodge and office.
A Special Place by the Sea
The cemetery is famous for its many monuments. These include Victorian and Edwardian style memorials. These styles were popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The monuments are very well-preserved. They show the art and history of that time.
Famous People Rest Here
Many important Australians are buried at Waverley Cemetery. These are people who made a big difference in Australia. One well-known person is the poet Henry Lawson. He wrote many famous poems and stories. Walking through the cemetery is like taking a trip through Australian history.
How the Cemetery Works
Waverley Council runs Waverley Cemetery. It does not get money from the government. Instead, it earns money from the services it provides. These services include burials and cremations. People can also buy memorial plaques or spots in mausoleums. A mausoleum is a building where people are buried. This money helps to keep the cemetery running and looking beautiful.
Images for kids
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Graves at Waverley Cemetery
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Grave of Henry Lawson
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Graves of George and Charlotte Sargent
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Waverley Cemetery and the boardwalk for the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk in 2018
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A panorama of the cemetery.
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Grave of Sir John Robertson
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Grave of John Horbury Hunt
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Packer family mausoleum
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Fairfax family plot
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Memorial of Juanita Nielsen, Mark Foy family mausoleum
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Grave of Sir Walter Edward Davidson
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Grave of Sir Edmund and Lady Barton
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Grave of Sir Roden and Lady Cutler
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Grave of Sir Philip and Sir Kenneth Street
