A new memorialisation option is available for loved ones at Thorak Regional Cemetery. Situated in the Courtyard of Tranquillity, the Family Tree Garden features newly landscaped surrounds, with native tress and exotic hedging.
Families can purchase a Hibiscus Tree (Red Cottonwood) in this non religious area offering space for up to eight loved ones ashes to be interred under the cool shade of the deep red heart shaped leaves. Individual bronze plaques can be attached along a concrete kerb that surrounds the Tree Gardens. A family headstone is another option. The tree garden offers a choice where families can rest in peace together.
Thorak Regional Cemetery has a number of places where loved ones ashes can be interred above and in ground. Cemetery staff are available to discuss this and their function room facilities with you.
The cemetery is situated amid natural bushland, just a short drive off the Stuart Highway or McMillans Road situated at 95 Deloraine Road, Knuckey Lagoon. Encompassing more than 26 hectares with over 10 hectares currently landscaped, it features a number of lawn areas, gardens and a children's cemetery; the Garden of Angels. It has a crematorium and a modern chapel with a modern stained glass feature window. The idyllic location of Thorak and added convenience of a fully air-conditioned room will help create a memorable and personalised celebration to celebrate the life of your loved one. You can take a virtual tour through Google Maps to see the grounds or call the office 8947 0903 to discuss their facilities.
Thorak Regional Cemetery is the only active cemetery serving the greater Darwin area. Built on the old Berrimah Experimental Farm, it was opened in 1988 and named after Klaus Thorak, a distinguished veterinarian who looked after the farm's dairy cows.
Thorak Regional Cememtery Manager Glen Minaker showing Litchfield Mayor Allan McKay the Family Tree Garden.