South Brisbane Cemetery, Dutton Park

Join us for Guardian Angels' Grave Cleaning Day at South Brisbane Cemetery to help preserve this historic site. We clean and care for graves, honoring those long gone but never forgotten. This is a hands-on, community event where you can wash headstones, trim grass, and uncover hidden inscriptions. It's a great way to connect with history, meet new friends, and spend a meaningful morning. Children can enjoy the treasure hunt aspect, while adults appreciate the peaceful atmosphere. No experience is needed, just bring a hat, tools provided, and maybe a friend. It's a rewarding event that everyone can enjoy.

<p dir="ltr">Where it all began – a cemetery, a torchlight, and a thousand untold stories.</p><p dir="ltr">Step back into the roots of Brisbane’s most beloved cemetery experiences on a&nbsp;<i><em>Moonlight Tour</em></i>,&nbsp;<u>the original night-time walk</u>&nbsp;that started it all.&nbsp; First held back circa 2009, this was the tour that lit the path – quite literally – for every&nbsp;<i><em>Friends of South Brisbane Cemetery</em></i>&nbsp;tour that’s followed.</p><p dir="ltr">Unlike other tours with fixed scripts and set stops,&nbsp;the<i><em>&nbsp;Moonlight Tour</em></i>&nbsp;is delightfully unpredictable.&nbsp; It flows with the mood of the night and the curiosity of the group.&nbsp; No two nights are the same, because no two walks through history should ever be!</p><p dir="ltr">As you meander beneath the stars and the towering trees of South Brisbane Cemetery, your guides – Tracey Olivieri and Liam Baker – will share the real stories that have shaped this extraordinary place.&nbsp; They’ve spent years delving into the archives, decades amongst the headstones, and countless evenings sharing their passion for the cemetery with others.</p><p dir="ltr">You <u>might </u>hear about:</p><ul><li value="1" dir="ltr">The floods that swallowed the past</li><li value="2" dir="ltr">The evolution of headstone art and forgotten funerary symbols</li><li value="3" dir="ltr">The graves of the executed, tucked quietly into a shaded corner</li><li value="4" dir="ltr">How faith divided the dead in life, and in burial</li><li value="5" dir="ltr">The controversial “beautification” that reshaped an historical landscape</li><li value="6" dir="ltr">A whispered ghost story (or two)…for those who like their history with a little chill</li><li value="7" dir="ltr">And whatever questions you bring - because on this tour, you help steer the story!</li></ul><i><em>This is history as it should be: lived, shared, and responsive to the wonder of the moment.</em></i><p dir="ltr">Whether you’re returning to where it all began or joining us for the very first time, the<i><em>&nbsp;Moonlight Tour</em></i>&nbsp;offers a rare and immersive way to explore South Brisbane Cemetery – not just as a resting place, but as a living archive of lives once lived.</p><p dir="ltr">Bring your torch. Bring your curiosity. The story is still unfolding.</p><p dir="ltr">All of our tours are <u>not-for-profit</u>, with all money raised going to our cemetery history and maintenance projects.</p>