Cemeteries
Wentworth Shire Council maintains a number of cemeteries. The main ones being:
Brennan Avenue, Coomealla NSW 2717
(north of the Silver City Highway, 2km east of the Dareton Township).
97 – 117 Wood Street, Gol Gol NSW 2738
(Located on the corner of Wood Street and Blight Street)
Cemetery Road, Pooncarie NSW 2648
(on the left just before you leave Pooncarie on the way to Menindee).
Fees and Charges
Basic Ash Interment prices
Basic Adult Burial Interment prices
Weekend and Public Holiday Interment Fee
Wentworth Shire Council offers weekend and public holiday interments between the hours of 9.00am – 1.00pm at our Coomealla, Gol Gol, Pooncarie and Wentworth Cemeteries, however these incur an additional charge of $486.00 (inc. GST) during the 2024/25 financial year, which is over and above the standard plot and interment fees. The additional charge is subject to annual increases.
A full list of fees and charges is available below:
Contract for Sale of a Perpetual Interment Right
Please complete the following form Contract for Sale of a Perpetual Interment Right and return to Wentworth Shire Council Main Administration Office, 61 Darling Street, Wentworth NSW 2648.
For further information, phone 03 5027 5027 or email council@wentworth.nsw.gov.au
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes a funeral booking?
Funerals are generally arranged through a Funeral Director who will contact Council to make the necessary arrangements.
North West Funerals
596 Deakin Avenue, Mildura, Victoria, 3500
Ph: 03 5023 1234
McGlynn Hunt Funerals
38-40 Madden Avenue, Mildura, Victoria, 3500
Ph: 03 5021 5777
E: info@mcglynnhuntfunerals.com.au
Sunraysia Funerals
Madden Avenue, Mildura, Victoria, 3500
Ph: (03) 5021 2312 (all hours)
What is a Right of Burial?
At Cemeteries in Wentworth Shire, Council owns the land and a “Grantee” is issued a Right of Burial. The Right of Burial is the “Exclusive” right to have themselves or any other person they nominate buried in that grave. Furthermore, the Grantee who has Exclusive Right of Burial is the only person who can authorise the placement of a memorial on that grave.
Does the Grantee own the land where the grave is?
A Right of Burial is not a Title Deed to that land as many would believe. The Grantee’s entitlements are limited to access to the burial site and right to arrange memorials.
Can I transfer a Right of Burial to someone else?
You can transfer a Right of Burial to someone else. The “Grantee” who is issued the Right of Burial must either complete the bottom of the Right of Burial or provide written correspondence to Wentworth Shire Council.
What if the Grantee dies? Who owns the Right of Burial?
The Right of Burial is considered to part of the Grantee’s estate, to be administered by his or her Executor.
How many burials may take place in a single grave?
All graves at the Lawn Cemetery are double depth graves and therefore two burials are allowed in a single grave site.
Can someone who is cremated have their ashes placed in a grave site?
Yes, ashes can be placed in a grave site, however memorial options must comply with the requirements of that section.
Can anyone place a plaque at a grave?
No. The Grantee is the only person who can make memorial arrangements unless written correspondence is received from the Grantee giving permission for someone else to make those arrangements.
Who do I contact to arrange a memorial/plaque at the Wentworth Shire Cemeteries?
The Grantee is responsible to arrange memorials directly with a mason who will arrange the necessary permit. Further information can be obtained by contacting Customer Service. Council accepts no responsibility for the condition and upkeep of the grave and any monument placed.
Who is responsible for the maintenance of memorials?
The Grantee is responsible for the maintenance of memorials and Council accepts no responsibility for the condition or theft of memorials after placement.
Can I plant trees, shrubs, plants etc. on a grave site?
No. The planting and maintenance of plants, trees, shrubs etc. are the responsibility of Council.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Wentworth Shire Council Customer Service on (03) 5027 5027.
Cemetery Records
Please contact Wentworth Shire Council on (03) 5027 5027 with any enquiries regarding our Cemetery Records.
