Walker Street, Maryborough (Columbarium, Garden of Rest, and Children's Memorial Garden)
As one of the Fraser Coast’s most historic cemeteries, Maryborough Cemetery offers a peaceful and dignified setting for remembrance. Established in 1873, its monumental section is state heritage-listed and also appears on the local heritage register, bearing testimony to the region’s rich history. Within this section stands the rare and beautifully preserved mortuary chapel, built in 1883 - a fine example of late 19th-century timber architecture.
Across the road lies the Garden of Rest, opened in 1960. This thoughtfully landscaped area includes columbarium walls, garden niches, official war graves, and the tenderly designed Children’s Memorial Garden. Surrounded by mature trees and quiet paths, Maryborough Cemetery is a place of lasting tribute, reflection, and deep connection across generations.
Maryborough Garden of Rest offers several peaceful options for both burials and the interment of ashes.
Graves are arranged in rows with a plaque installed at the head, typically set on a concrete base and must be installed level with the ground. Plaques are usually made of granite, marble, or bronze. Families may choose to organise a plaque privately or with Council assistance. Conditions apply for installation approval.
Similar to lawn graves but feature a headstone made of granite, marble or bronze, placed on a prefabricated beam. A sloped desk-style plinth is permitted however conditions apply. Families usually engage a private stonemason for supply and installation.
All niche plaques must be supplied by Council. Plaques can be personalised with different wording, photos, emblems, etc.
The Monumental section of the Maryborough Cemetery is State Heritage-listed and on the Local Heritage Register. The Monumental section was established in 1873. The Mortuary Chapel, located in the Monumental Section was erected in 1883 and is a rare example of a late 19th-century timber chapel.
These plots allow for the construction of a custom monument that spans the entire grave. A stonemason designs and installs the memorial in consultation with the family. Monumental graves provide space for more elaborate structures and inscriptions.
Vaults are precast concrete-lined graves with a concrete base, walls, and lid. The vault is sealed after burial and may be finished with a monument. These are often chosen for cultural, religious, or personal reasons. Check with Council for vault availability.
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