Makara Cemetery

Set on 84 hectares in the Makara Valley, Makara Cemetery is Wellington's largest cemetery.

COVID-19 update – Alert Level 1

Open for all services – email cemeteries@wcc.govt.nz or phone 04 476 6109. 

Cremations and funerals – There is no limit on the number of people who can attend a gathering.

Funerals and tangihanga – Covid19.govt.nz 

Cemeteries Management Plan Review

Earlier this year, we asked for your thoughts about our cemeteries at Mākara, Karori and Tawa. Your feedback has helped to shape a draft plan, which is now open for formal consultation.

Go to: wgtn.cc/review-cemeteries to have your say.

Feedback closes at 5pm Friday 11 December 2020.

About Makara Cemetery

Find out the hours, location and the history of Makara Cemetery, or search our online map for graves.

Fees

Find out about or pay fees for services at Makara Cemetery.