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Springvale Botanical Cemetery

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Springvale Botanical Cemetery

Our world class botanical cemetery. Magnificent, diverse, historically and culturally rich.

Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust ( SMCT) is a public entity reporting to the Minister for Health, purposed with providing cemetery, cremation and related support services to the community on the government’s behalf. SMCT administers Brighton General Cemetery, Bunurong Memorial Park, Cheltenham Memorial Park, Cheltenham Pioneer Cemetery, Dandenong Community Cemetery, Melbourne General Cemeter

y, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, St Kilda Cemetery, San Remo Cemetery and Wonthaggi Cemetery. Historic and iconic, the cemeteries and memorial parks within our care are beautiful, tranquil and distinctive destinations to honour and celebrate life.

24/06/2026

It was our privilege to welcome you to Springvale Botanical Cemetery for the Grief Retreat. We were glad we could help you prioritise your own wellbeing, and share a day of care, compassion, and connection with you.

We understand that events like this can feel daunting. Thank you for taking that brave step and for bringing an open heart.

We truly appreciate the time you dedicated to yourself, as well as your willingness to connect with others. Navigating the loss of someone close is deeply challenging, and while we cannot take that pain away, we hope you left on Saturday with some helpful tools to support your grief journey. Please remember that in your grief, you are never alone.

22/06/2026

Finding the right words to say goodbye.

Choosing the music for a loved one’s funeral is a deeply personal task. It is also one of the decisions families often find most overwhelming when planning a service.

Music has a unique ability to capture a person’s spirit, celebrate their life, and provide comfort to those left behind. Whether you are looking for a traditional hymn, a classical instrumental piece, or a contemporary song that brings back fond memories, finding the perfect tribute takes time.

To help support you during this process, we have put together a carefully considered collection of 40 funeral songs.

This guide covers a wide variety of genres and artists to help you find a piece of music that truly reflects the life and personality of your loved one.

Read our guide to find the inspiration you need to create a meaningful tribute.

https://www.smct.org.au/blog/40-funeral-songs-to-honour-a-loved-one

15/06/2026

Order beautiful floral tributes online for your loved ones

We understand that finding the time to visit a florist can add pressure to an emotional day. To make things easier, you can browse and order from our carefully curated selection of fresh floral arrangements directly through our website.

Whether you are planning an upcoming visit or you are currently unable to attend in person, our on-site florist team is here to help you honour your loved ones with dignity and respect.

Through our online store, you can conveniently:

Choose from a beautiful range of fresh seasonal arrangements.
Request our team to carefully place the flowers at a specific memorial location on your behalf.
Schedule a time to collect your arrangement upon your arrival at the cemetery.

Let our team handle the details with the utmost care. Browse our floral range and place your order online today.

Please visit https://www.smct.org.au/services/florist

05/06/2026

A gentle reminder to secure your family's place at Springvale Botanical Cemetery before 30 June

Springvale Botanical Cemetery has been a place of comfort, connection, and reflection for generations of Melbourne families.

If you have been considering securing a memorial space within our beautiful botanical grounds, we want to provide you with an important update. Our current prices are locked in until 30 June 2026.

From 1 July 2026, a government-regulated price update of 3.1 per cent will take effect across all Victorian cemetery trusts in line with the Consumer Price Index.

By finalising your pre-planning arrangements this month, you can secure your preferred location at Springvale at today's rates. More importantly, pre-planning locks in the cost of your selected memorial forever, completely protecting your loved ones from future financial stress.

We know that space within our established, historic grounds is highly sought after by families wishing to stay close together. Taking the step to plan ahead is one of the most practical and thoughtful gifts you can leave for them.

Our dedicated Customer Care team is here to guide you through the remaining options at Springvale with absolute sensitivity and zero pressure.

Please visit https://www.smct.org.au/news/2026-planned-price-updates to read the full details of the upcoming fee updates, or to book an obligation-free appointment today.

03/06/2026

Take time to understand your grief in a supportive space.

Navigating loss is a deeply personal experience, but you do not have to walk that path entirely alone.

If you are seeking a safe, guided environment to process your feelings and learn practical coping strategies, we warmly invite you to our day-long Grief Retreat at Springvale Botanical Cemetery on Saturday, 13 June 2026.

To ensure every attendee receives the care, space, and support they need, we keep the capacity for this retreat small. Spaces are strictly limited, and registrations must close on Sunday, 07 June 2026.

If you have been considering attending, please take a moment today to secure your place.

To read more about what the day involves or to register your attendance, please visit our website: https://www.smct.org.au/events/grief-retreat-springvale

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29/05/2026

Gain better understanding of your grief through a supportive day-long event on 13 June 2026 at Springvale Botanical Cemetery. Register by 07 June 2026 (limited spaces available)

https://www.smct.org.au/events/grief-retreat-springvale

28/05/2026

🖤💛❤️ For SMCT, Reconciliation means taking meaningful action. We appreciate opportunities to work alongside the Traditional Custodians of the land on which many of our sites are located, the Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

We were honoured to host Bunurong Elder Uncle Shane and proud Bunurong man James Brown to conduct a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony on site at St Kilda Cemetery to officially mark our healing of Country together through Project Cultivate.

SMCT CEO Ingrid Harvey said Project Cultivate was a nation-building program creating a legacy of care and connection.

“Together we are creating a thriving, respectful place for community to honour their loved ones, acknowledge our shared histories, and explore the possibilities for a more sustainable future.”

We thank the Traditional Custodians, community leaders and organisations who continue to offer their support and share knowledge to strengthen our work to care for Country together.

For more information visit: www.engagewith.smct.org.au/cultivate-stk

12/05/2026

Visitor Update: Wednesday, 13 May

If you are planning to visit Springvale Botanical Cemetery on the morning of Wednesday, 13 May, please note a temporary change to our customer service hours.

From 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, our on-site customer service centre and the central SMCT Contact Centre will be closed to allow our team to undertake compulsory safety training.

While the cemetery grounds remain fully open for you to visit your loved ones, please be advised that page-turn requests at the Garden of No Distant Place may be delayed during this time.

Our team will be back to assist you from 12:30 pm. Thank you for your understanding.

04/05/2026

This Mother’s Day, we come together to honour mums, mother figures and cherished people who live on in our hearts. We welcome all families and friends to our sites across the weekend.
As we anticipate heavy traffic, please plan ahead, allow extra travel time and move carefully through our grounds.
Our on site Café and Florist will remain open from 9am – 4pm

27/04/2026

You do not have to share your story to find support.

Navigating grief can be overwhelming, and taking the step to seek guidance is often daunting, especially if you are not ready to talk about your personal experience.

In partnership with Grief Australia, we are hosting our free monthly "Navigating Grief" bereavement information session at Springvale Botanical Cemetery.

This session is designed differently. It is an educational environment, not a peer support group. There is absolutely no expectation or pressure to speak. You are warmly invited to simply sit, listen, and take away the insights, practical guidance, and understanding that feel most helpful to you.

Set in a calm and welcoming space, this session will focus on delivering clear, accessible information to help you understand the different aspects of the grieving process.

Event Details:
Date: Friday, 1 May 2026
Time: 10:30 am – 12 pm
Location: Springvale Botanical Cemetery
Cost: Free

Bookings are essential as places are limited.
To secure your place, please register via the link below, or contact our team directly by emailing [email protected] or calling 0428 213 776.

For more information, please visit https://www.smct.org.au/events/navigating-grief-springvale

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600 Princes Highway
Melbourne, VIC
3171

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61385588278

Website

https://www.smct.org.au/locations/springvale-botanical-cemetery

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