Change of management at Rookwood Memorial Gardens

The NSW Government has been working toward a restructuring of cemetery management and improved corporate governance resulting in the decision for Rookwood Memorial Gardens & Crematorium to return to the stewardship of Crown operators. This coincides with InvoCare’s end of lease agreement and as a result, we will be ceasing operations on 27 June 2025 and vacating the premises effective on 30 June 2025.

With the conclusion of InvoCare’s lease agreement, we will cease operations on 27 June 2025 and vacate the premises effective 30 June 2025.

Operationally, the Chapels and Crematorium will continue to function as usual, with no interruption to funeral or cremation services. Likewise, the Memorial Gardens will remain well-maintained, with ongoing care and dedication. There will be no impact or disruption to client families, and no action is required on their part.

Prepaid memorial sites will remain unaffected. Your memorial site will be seamlessly transferred to Metropolitan Memorial Parks, ensuring continued care and management. If you have any questions after 27 June 2025 please contact Metropolitan Memorial Parks on info.rgc@mmplm.com.au or phone (02) 8575 8100.

Your loved one’s memorial will continue to be cared for with the same dedication and respect. There is no action required from you. 

Rookwood will assist with either the collection or memorialisation of cremated remains, based on the preferences of each family until 27 June 2025.

Payment will remain with InvoCare, should there be any items outstanding for delivery (i.e. a plaque) then InvoCare has arranged with MMP for fulfillment of these items as and when required.

For any queries or further information, please contact the Rookwood Memorial Gardens team at (02) 9746 8945 From the 28 June 2025 onwards please contact Metropolitan Memorial Parks on info.rgc@mmplm.com.au or phone (02) 8575 8100.