We engaged the community via the Tomorrow Together - A Resilient City 2024 to understand the burial and cremation needs as well as their connection to Carr Villa Memorial Park and Cemetery.

Key findings from round one:

• 41% of respondents indicated that they do not have plans in place to be interred in Carr Villa (23% do and 36% unsure) though 30% of those aged 60+ indicated that they would plan to be interred at Carr Villa.
• Of those who planned to be interred in Carr Villa, 61% would choose ash placement.

The survey presented respondents with a series of options for how they want their remains handled when they die. Pie chart above illustrates the top results.

The second round of engagement focused on getting a better understanding of what the community thinks about the Memorial Park, how they use its facilities and nearby areas, and what they would like to see in the future.

Key findings from round two:

• Respondents noted that additional bench seating, shelters, public toilets, wayfinding, children's play, and reflection spaces as key assets they would value most within Carr Villa.
• 37% of respondents who visit Carr Villa value the Flora Faun/Bushlands.
• 86% of respondents have either a positive or neutral view of Carr Villa of activity usage such as dog walking, walking, picnics etc.

Below shows the different ways the community engaged during this round:

Seniors Week Poster

Carr Villa Open Day Poster