The Necropolis, Springvale

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The Necropolis, Springvale is the largest crematorium and memorial park in Victoria, Australia. It is located in Springvale, in the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Between 1904 and 1952 it was served by its own railway station and line to transport coffins, passengers and staff to the cemetery.

The Necropolis commenced operations in 1901. The Trustees of the Necropolis now administer Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Dandenong Cemetery, St. Kilda Cemetery and Melbourne General Cemetery. In 2007 Springvale conducted over 2000 burials and 6000 cremations.


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  • Chambers, D (2001) City of the Dead: A History of The Necropolis, Springvale, Flemington Vic: Hyland House [ISBN 1-86447-020-8]

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