Dying to Know Day is an annual campaign that brings to life conversations and community action around death, dying and bereavement. The campaign aims to support Australians to improve their death literacy and progress end-of-life planning through local and community events. All activities are free and open to anyone who would like to attend.
Friday, August 4
4-5pm Launch of the Compassionate BUNBURY Charter, City of Bunbury Function Room
Hosted by the City of Bunbury.
Come and join us to launch the Charter and share how we can collectively grow compassion in Bunbury.
RSVP to assist with catering: swcomcomnetwork@gmail.com / 0483 802 915
Saturday, August 5
All activities hosted by Bunbury Cemetery Board.
1-2pm Tour of crematorium and memorial gardens
This is a walking tour and involves walking on uneven surfaces. Enclosed shoes are recommended and an umbrella may be needed if it is raining.
Meet at the Bunbury Cemetery Board Administration Office, located behind the Crematorium, Hales St, Carey Park
Numbers are limited and bookings are essential: swcomcomnetwork@gmail.com / 0483 802 915
2.30-4pm Every story matters – beyond the grave
Brendan Kelly tells stories of everyday people interred in the Bunbury Cemetery. They each have a life story – a tale to tell. Hear about them and the way our death rites differ from other cultures.
This is a walking tour and involves walking on uneven surfaces. Enclosed shoes are recommended and an umbrella may be needed if it is raining.
Meet at Bunbury Cemetery Gates, Forrest Avenue, Carey Park.
Numbers are limited and bookings are essential: swcomcomnetwork@gmail.com / 0483 802 915
4-5pm Concert at the Memorial Gardens
Enter through Hales Street entrance. Light refreshments available to purchase.
4pm – Bunbury Men of Song in the Porte Cochere
4.30pm – Singer, Elavina Williams in the Indoor Lounge
RSVP: swcomcomnetwork@gmail.com / 0483 802 915
5pm-5.30pm Remembering our Dead ceremony with floating lanterns
Meet in the Indoor Lounge.
In honour of those who have gone before us, you are invited to add the name of someone who has died to a lantern and join us in a short ceremony of remembrance before floating the lanterns on the lake.
Please note that the lake area has uneven surfaces and is not wheelchair accessible.
RSVP: swcomcomnetwork@gmail.com / 0483 802 915
Sunday, August 6
10.30am-12noon Death Cafe – Dying for a Cuppa
Hosted by the Bunbury Death Cafe & the Bunbury Cemetery Board. Indoor Lounge, enter through Hales Street entrance.
Come and enjoy the experience of a Death Café. At this session we will explore the different aspects of planning a funeral. What would your choices be for your own farewell? Come along and join the discussion.
RSVP: swcomcomnetwork@gmail.com / 0483 802 915
12.30-1.30pm Tour of William Barrett & Sons Care Centre
Hosted by William Barrett & Sons, 5 Zaknic Place, East Bunbury
See inside one of Australia’s newest and most advanced funeral care centres. Find out what goes on behind closed doors on this respectful tour.
Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP: deen@barrettfunerals.com.au / 9722 5361
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