Australasian Cemeteries & Crematoria Association

26/02/2026

Cemeteries and memorial parks play an important role in our communities - as places of remembrance, reflection, cultural heritage and future planning.

The draft Perpetual Care Framework has been released for consultation, inviting feedback on proposed approaches to the future management, sustainability and ongoing care of cemetery and memorial park sites.

ACCA encourages members to review the draft document and consider providing input as part of the consultation process.

Consultation closes 27 March 2026.

Further information and details on how to contribute can be found here: https://ow.ly/fgTC50YbZOb

Cemeteries are part of all our lives, whether we’re visiting, remembering, or planning ahead. That’s why it’s important for you to have your say on the future of cemeteries and memorial parks.

The draft Perpetual Care Framework is open for public consultation, seeking to keep cemeteries vibrant and accessible (even when at capacity), and giving families confidence that loved ones’ resting places will be maintained with dignity and respect.

Have your say and help shape the future of these important places before 27 March 2026 by visiting https://ow.ly/fgTC50YbZOb

24/02/2026

Our Monument Safety & Inspection Course at Mt Gravatt Cemetery was a fantastic success, with strong engagement and hands-on participation from attendees across the sector.

Delivered by Sach Killam, Specialist Heritage Stonemason & Monument Supervisor at Metropolitan Memorial Parks, the course provided a practical deep dive into real-world monument safety. Participants took part in in-field visual and physical inspections, explored common monument defects and stability testing methods, and worked through documentation supporting the MMP Monument Safety Framework.

The day also covered Australian Standards, monument permitting and construction management, ensuring attendees left with practical skills they can confidently apply within their own organisations.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such a valuable and collaborative training experience.

03/02/2026

ACCA welcomes our newest Silver Sponsor – Key Business Advisors 🔑📊

We’re excited to welcome Key Business Advisors as ACCA’s newest Silver Sponsor. With extensive experience supporting organisations through strategic advice, financial insight, and business planning, their expertise is a valuable addition to our network.

We thank Key Business Advisors for their support of ACCA and our members, and we look forward to working together.

👉 Learn more about their services at www.keyba.com.au

27/01/2026

19/12/2025

As we wrap up the year, we’d like to sincerely thank all of our members and industry associates for your continued support throughout 2025. We truly value being part of such a dedicated and collaborative industry.

Please note the ACCA office will be closed from 19 December 2025 and reopen on 12 January 2026.

On behalf of the ACCA team and board we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year and we look forward to working with you again in the New Year.🎄🎁🎄

11/12/2025

🚗ACCA Roadshow Training Day – Registrations Now Open!🚗

We’re excited to share that ACCA is expanding its training offerings in 2026 with the introduction of a new Roadshow-style training program, developed in collaboration with RAVs.

Our first Roadshow Training Day will take place on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, hosted by the Geelong Cemeteries Trust, in the Geelong Memorial Park and Crematorium Function Room and is open to all industry professionals.

This engaging full-day workshop is designed to support staff working in emotionally demanding roles across the cemeteries and crematoria sector. Participants will develop practical skills, enhance wellbeing, and gain valuable tools to navigate the challenges of frontline and operational work.

⚠️ Please note: Spots are limited, so we encourage early registration to secure your place.
Have questions? Email us: admin@accaweb.com.au

17/10/2025

✨ACCA at the ACC Higgins Australian Funeral Expo ✨
We’re here today at the ACC Higgins Funeral Expo. Come and say hello to the ACCA team at Booth #117! 👋

It’s a great opportunity to connect, chat about all things industry, and learn more about ACCA’s work supporting the cemetery and crematorium community.

08/10/2025

Join ACCA CEO Ben Kelly, General Manager of Plotbox Martin Jackson and guest speaker Mathew Crawley EMBA, FICCM(DipHons) from ICCM - Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management as they share insights, strategies, and global perspectives on managing the challenges of monumental risk assessments.

Date and Time: 9:30am AEDT, Thursday 9th October 2025
Register here: https://lnkd.in/echFB6tz

02/10/2025

☀️SAVE THE DATE☀️
1 - 4 September, 2026

We’re excited to announce that we are heading to the Gold Coast, in sunny Queensland for the 2026 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition!

Next year will be extra special as we celebrate 40 years of ACCA. Four decades of leadership, collaboration, and innovation in the cemetery and crematoria sector!🎉🎉

Stay tuned for program highlights, speaker announcements, and exhibition opportunities – this is the event you won’t want to miss!

To express interest in exhibiting, sponsoring or for more information on the conference, feel welcome to email us at admin@accaweb.com.au.

01/10/2025

How do cemeteries across the UK, Australia, and New Zealand manage the challenges of monumental risk assessments?

It’s a question impacting safety, heritage, and community trust and it’s one we’ll be unpacking in next month’s Australasian Cemeteries & Crematoria Association Webinar.

Join ACCA CEO Ben Kelly, General Manager of Plotbox Martin Jackson and guest speaker Mathew Crawley EMBA, FICCM(DipHons) from ICCM - Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management as they share insights, strategies, and global perspectives on this critical issue.

Date and Time: 9:30am AEDT, Thursday 9th October 2025
Register here: https://lnkd.in/echFB6tz

24/09/2025

A huge thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Arrow Bronze Pty Ltd for their support of the 2025 ACCA Annual Conference and the amazing generosity of our community.💫💜

05/09/2025

🚨Last Chance to Register! 🚨

The 2025 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition is almost here and we can’t wait to welcome you!

Registrations close THIS WEEKEND. Don’t miss your chance to be part of three days packed with learning, inspiration, and networking with cemetery, crematoria, and memorialisation professionals from across the sector.

Updated program & speaker bios are now available. Email us at admin@accaweb.com.au or visit our website https://accaweb.com.au/about/events/ to find out more.

To secure your place and book your accommodation, please visit:
Conference: https://nectarcc.eventsair.com/acca-annual.../registration
Accommodation: https://www.conferencenational.com.au/2025-acca *Please note, Discounted accommodation rates have now closed at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

ACCA Events and Training in conjunction with ACCA Education organises and facilitates a Mid-Year Education Seminar and an Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition yearly.