Call for community to support historic cemetery’s future

Published on 08 August 2025

The City of Whittlesea is inviting community members to express their interest in joining the Epping Cemetery Community Asset Committee.

This volunteer committee supports the management of Epping Cemetery and helps raise awareness of its heritage and role in the community.

Council is seeking local residents with an interest in community history and a desire to contribute to civic life to apply.

Residents passionate about local history, the environment, or protecting the cemetery’s future are particularly encouraged to apply.

This includes historians, members of historical societies, and those with family interred at the site.

To be eligible, applicants must live in or own property within the City of Whittlesea, be 18 years or older, and be available to attend meetings and events.

Preference will be given to applicants not employed in the cemetery or funeral services sector.

To learn more, or to submit an expression of interest, visit the Engage Whittlesea website.

Expressions of interest will close on 22 August 2025.

Quotes attributable to City of Whittlesea Mayor, Councillor Martin Taylor:

“Epping Cemetery holds deep meaning for many in our community — whether through family connections, historical interest or a love for the local environment.

“We’re inviting community members to help care for this space, honour its stories and play a part in planning for its future.”