Lawn Cemetery Memorials - City of Wagga Wagga...Bronze Plaques are set on a concrete beam...

Wagga Wagga Lawn Cemetery & Crematorium

Lawn Cemetery Memorials

The Lawn Burial sections shown in this booklet currently have positions available for new

graves and reservations. While these sections are traditionally used for burials, the graves

can also accommodate cremated remains, allowing family members with different needs to

be together.

Each current section at the Wagga Lawn Cemetery has different memorial options to meet

different cultural, religious and personal preferences. In the following pages of this brochure

detailed information is supplied on the different sections and memorial options available.

Memorials are not included in the cost of burial or cremation.

WHY MEMORIALISE?

A memorial provides an enduring memory of someone who is no longer with us. It serves as

a focal point for families and friends to reflect on the life of their loved one.

It ensures future generations have a place to visit and remember those that have been

before them. A memorial creates a connection with history, an important sense of belonging

and identity.


MEMORIAL FEES AND CHARGES

The enclosed prices list is a guide only. Please contact the Cemetery office to arrange an appointment to discuss your options and obtain a draft and quote. PLEASE NOTE MEMORIAL ARRANGEMENTS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

SECTION ELEVEN

The memorial options for section Eleven also apply to sections Two, Three and Burial Shrub Garden (situated between sections Two & Three)

Bronze Plaques are set on a concrete beam construction. One 380 x 280mm Bronze Plaque is permissible per position. Provision has been made for two

vases per position on either side of the bronze plaque. Ceramic photos can be attached to the bronze plaque. War Graves plaques are permitted in this

section (please refer to information on War Graves further in the brochure).


SECTION EIGHT

Section Eight is located to the left of the main entrance on Brunskill Road. Upright engraved granite headstones with integrated vases are set on

concrete beam construction. Ceramic photos can be attached to the granite headstone or vases. One headstone is permitted per position.


SECTION TEN

The memorial options for section Ten also apply to sections Four, Five, Six and Seven.

Garden bed beam construction with white pebbles. There are many memorial options available in this section including bronze plaques and granite

panels. Maximum space for memorial in each position is 864mm wide x 356mm high.

Bronze Plaques with concrete or granite backing. Range of sizes available, more than one plaque can be placed in each position.

Engraved granite panels.

Ceramic Photos can be attached to either bronze plaques or granite panels.

Maximum of two vases per position.


FORGET-ME-NOT CHILDREN’S SECTION

Garden bed beam construction with white pebbles. Lawn Burial memorials consists of a

305 x 203mm (12 x 8”) Bronze Plaque with a concrete or granite base:

Ceramic Photos can be attached to either bronze plaques or granite panels.

Maximum of two vases per position.


NATURAL BURIALS

This section was developed in 2012 and includes plant species endemic to the local area.

Natural burials are also accepted at the four rural cemeteries managed by Wagga Wagga City Council, Uranquinty, Humula, Tarcutta and Currawarna.

The main principal of natural burial is that the body (or cremated remains) is prepared for burial or interment without chemical preservatives and a

simple shroud or biodegradable coffin is used. The body or remains are returned to the earth to decompose naturally.

In an attempt to keep the burial area as natural as possible there is no physical identification or memorial used at the site. Therefore there are no

headstones, vases or flowers placed at the burial site. Accurate maps and plotting data is recorded to ensure that future generations are able to locate

the place of burial.


BRONZE CONVERSION PLAQUE

Available in the following sizes –

380 x 280mm

559 x 305mm

A conversion plaque is an ideal choice if you wish to be interred with your loved one and share much of the same information, for example, surname

and children. Following the first interment, a base plaque is ordered with an inscription that includes common elements of the couple such as the

family name and names of decedents. At the same time details of the individual are included on the “first detachable plate”. This is supplied with and

fitted to the centre of the base plaque. When the second interment occurs the second plate is ordered, the first plate repositioned and the second

plate installed.

Design options are available including emblems, borders, plaque colour and the addition of ceramic photos. A conversion plaque can also be coupled

with a granite panel base in Section 10.

Surname Detachable Plate –

First and Second Name Date of Birth, Date of Death

Family information

Children’s Names

– if required.

Closing Line

Emblems

EXAMPLES

15 x 11” Bronze Conversion Plaque with

5 Line Detachable Plate in Section 3

15 x 11” Bronze Conversion Plaque with

5 Line Detachable Plate on Red African Granite

Panel with 2 x Vase Holes and Bronze Vases in

Section 10

MEMORIAL OPTIONS

15 x 11” Bronze Conversion Plaque with 5

Line Detachable Plate with concrete base

in Section 10


SINGLE BRONZE PLAQUES

Single Bronze Plaques

There are several sizes available, including

152 x 152mm

229 x 184mm

229 x 229mm

305 x 203mm

380 x 280mm

559 x 305mm

A single bronze plaque is a popular choice for many families when memorialising their loved ones. Detailed family information can be included,

including children and grandchildren. In certain sections a second plaque can be placed, if space allows, accommodating a second interment. Design

options are available including emblems, borders, plaque colour and the addition of ceramic photos. A single plaque can also be coupled with a granite

base in Section 10 and the Forget-me-not Section.

BAS Relief

Emblem

Closing Line

Inscription

EXAMPLES

380 x 280mm Bronze Plaque with Camping and

Fishing Emblem in Section 3

Plain Cross

559 x 305mm Bronze Plaque with

Farmyard Emblems on Black Granite Panel

with 2 Vase Holes in Section 10

229 x 229mm Bronze Plaque on Granite

Panel in Section 10


BOOK OF LIFE PLAQUES

Available in the following sizes –

380 x 280mm

559 x 305mm

Similar to a conversion plaque a Book of Life design is an option if you wish to be interred with your loved one and share the same plaque. Following

the first interment the base plaque is supplied with the left hand page containing the inscription fitted. Following the second interment, a right hand

page is ordered with the inscription and fitted to the base plaque.

Design options are available including emblems, plaque colour and the addition of ceramic photos. A book of life plaque can also be coupled with a

granite panel base in Section 10.

Inscription

Space for

Second

Page

EXAMPLES

BAS Relief

Emblem

380 x 280mm Bronze Book of Life with First Page on

Granite Panel in Section 10 380 x 280mm Bronze Book of Life with First

Page Section 3


UPRIGHT GRANITE PANELS

Available in Section 8 only.

Upright Granite Panels can be used for both single and double interments. For a single interment the inscription will generally take up the complete

granite upright. If a second interment is planned space for a second inscription is left on the right hand side of the plaque.

Upright Granite Panels are available in three different colours; Black Galaxy, Blue Pearl and Africa Red. Different lettering options are also available

including V-Cut, Raised Edge and Reverse Blast, each of these can be combined with gold or silver gilding or a painted or natural finish. Other design

options available include the addition of ceramic photos or emblems.

EXAMPLES

Name, date and

inscription

Name, date and inscription

Shared information

Space for second inscription

Blue Pearl Upright Granite Panel

in Section 8 Black Galaxy Upright Granite Panel

in Section 8

Red African Upright Granite Panel

in Section 8


PERSONALISING BRONZE PLAQUES

There are many design options available to personalize your loved one’s memorial. The following are examples of some of the design options we

have available.

MOTIFS AND EMBLEMS

The appearance of a plaque can be enhanced by the use of motifs. There are two types of motifs available, Flat Relief and BAS Relief.

FLAT RELIEF: These motifs are created by the plaque manufacturer using design software.

Examples of Flat Relief motifs

BAS RELIEF: These motifs are sculptured by the plaque manufacturer in a three dimensional shape. The surface of the motif is highlighted in bronze

on the plaque resulting in a motif with depth and perspective.

Examples of Bas Relief motifs

PLAQUE BORDERS AND COLOUR OPTIONS

The border is the design that surrounds the bronze plaque. There are two types of borders available, Raised and Sculptured.

RAISED BORDERS: These are solid borders with a choice of corner designs

SCULPTURED BORDERS: These border designs are more elaborate and intricate and are selected to match the design or theme of the plaque.

There are also many options for background colour on bronze plaques. The background colour provides a contrast to the raised elements of the

plaque, including the inscription and motifs. The standard colour is dark brown (above left), but there are a choice of colours available, including dark

blue, dark green and maroon (as above).

For further information on design options please contact the Cemetery office.


DRAFTING PLAQUE AND GRANITE DESIGNS

Prior to visiting the cemetery office you may wish to discuss with your family what information you want to include on the bronze plaque or granite

panel. Consider the following information which is typically included on a bronze plaque or granite panel, also consider the use of emblems and

photos to personalise the memorial.

PLEASE NOTE MEMORIAL ARRANGEMENTS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

YOU MAY CONTACT THE CEMETERY OFFICE ON 02 6926 9310 TO ARRANGE AN APPOINTMENT.

Introduction

Surname

Name (s)

Date of Birth – Date of Death

Personal Inscription




Closing Line(s)

Closing Line(s)


OFFICE OF AUSTRALIAN WAR GRAVES

Office of Australian War Graves memorials can be placed in Section 3 and Section 10 at the Wagga Wagga Lawn Cemetery. The memorial is provided

and maintained in perpetuity by the Office of Australian War Graves for veterans of the Australian armed forces who die in war or conflict, or eligible

veterans who die after a war or conflict of causes related to their service in that war or conflict.

How to arrange the memorial?

Notify Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) when the veteran passes away. If the veteran is eligible for an official commemoration, DVA will

contact the Office of Australian War Graves (OAWG)

The Office of Australian War Graves will send information and a form to the next of kin, advising of the options available –

o Memorial in a cemetery or lawn cemetery – OAWG will arrange for the placement of a standard size single bronze plaque. In the

case of a second interment the veteran’s plaque cannot be moved or changed in any way. For this reason if the first interment

takes place in Section 3 if a second interment were to take place the OAWG memorial would need to be completely removed (with

permission) and replaced with a plaque paid for by the family. If the first interment takes place in Section 10 and an OAWG

memorial is placed in position, when the second interment takes place there is space for a second plaque of the same size to be

placed.

o Memorial in a crematorium – OAWG will arrange for the placement of the ashes in a wall niche or garden bed with a bronze plaque.

o Memorial in the Office of Australian War Graves Garden of Remembrance – A Garden of Remembrance memorial is provided as

an alternative to the lawn cemetery and crematorium options.

Complete the documentation in full and return to OAWG.

If you choose not to proceed with an OAWG memorial you may wish to have a Service Badge emblem included on the bronze plaque or granite panel.

Cemetery staff will apply for permission to use the Service Badge and will include this information in your memorial order.


Section 8 – Available for burials and reservations


Natural Burial Section - Available for burials and reservations

Forget-me-not Garden Children’s Section - Available for burials



WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL

MEMORIAL POLICY

2.1.6 Memorials Lawn Cemetery and Crematorium: • All memorial components are to be ordered through the Cemetery office and must be ordered and approved by the grantee or Authority for Burial. Funeral Directors are not permitted to order memorials on behalf of families. • Council accepts no responsibility for the condition or theft of memorials after placement. • In section 3, only 380 x 280mm bronze plaques (without granite backing panels) are permitted. • In sections 1, 2, 4-7 and 10, memorial options allowed are bronze plaques, plaques on granite panels or engraved granite panels. Maximum size of memorials for each burial is not to exceed 865mm in width and 355mm in height (300mm in sections 1 and 2). • In section 8, only upright granite headstones are allowed measuring 500mm (height) x 900mm (width). • No glass items or drink containers are permitted at memorial positions. • Ceramic items less than 15cm in height and secured as below are permitted. • Solar lights and windmills are permitted only if they are secured in a Council approved vase. Council accepts no responsibility for any damage caused to the vases in this process. • Soft toys less than 15cm in height are permitted. • Secured items are not to encroach on neighbouring graves. • Items are to be secured only to the bronze plaque or granite panel and not to the concrete beam. Council accepts no responsibility for the condition of the memorial when items are secured. • Any items not meeting these requirements will be removed; the grantee will be advised where possible and items will be held for collection at the Cemetery Office for three months. • Only flower containers approved by Council and purchased through the Cemetery office are permitted and Cemetery staff will remove all non-standard containers. • Payment of burials and memorials must be paid in full before any memorial can be placed. Monumental and Rural Cemeteries: • Families are responsible for arranging memorials subject to the necessary permit being submitted and approved. Council accepts no responsibility for the condition and upkeep of the grave and any monument placed. 2.1.7 Veterans Affairs Memorials The Department of Veterans Affairs is liable for all costs associated with the memorialisation in all Cemeteries and the Crematorium within the Wagga Wagga City Council area for deceased ex-service personnel, organised and arranged directly by that Department with the family of the deceased. Council will allow placement of memorial plaques supplied by the

Commonwealth War Graves Commission within the Lawn Cemetery

and Crematorium provided the plaque size conforms with the

standard size of plaques used in the relevant section of the Cemetery

or Crematorium.

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