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SUMMARY:Ballarat Cemeteries – Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our FREE Death Cafe on Sat 22nd August\, 2026 from 10.00am – 11.00am. \nEnjoy coffee and a snack while having conversations about death\, dying\, and end of life planning in the friendly surrounds of Ballarat Central Library. \nHosted by Ballarat Cemeteries\, the purpose of this Death Cafe is to encourage open conversations about mortality and end-of-life matters. Discussing death is not always easy\, but it can enhance our appreciation for life and ensure we are more equipped to fulfil a loved one’s last wishes. \nBookings are essential as places are limited. Please email rachel@ballaratcemeteries.com.au to reserve your place. \n☕ Not sure what a Death Café is\, or whether you should attend one? Read about the origins of this global movement and its aims here: https://deathcafe.com/what/
URL:https://proveda.com.au/event/ballarat-cemeteries-death-cafe-5/
LOCATION:Ballarat City Library\, Meeting Rm 3\, 178 Doveton Street North\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dying To Know Day,End of Life
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SUMMARY:South Side Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Death Cafe is an opportunity to come together for an inclusive\, open conversation about death\, dying and end-of-life.\nIt is not however\, a bereavement or counselling session.\n\n\nFacilitated by Funeral Celebrant Klara McMurray (aka The Funky Celebrant)\, there are lots of giggles\, deep chats and conversations that have been known to change lives. \nAfter all\, talking about it won’t kill you!
URL:https://proveda.com.au/event/south-side-death-cafe-2/
LOCATION:St Kilda library\, 150 Carlisle Street\, Elwood\, VIC\, 3184\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dying To Know Day,End of Life
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SUMMARY:Let’s talk about death & dying
DESCRIPTION:Death is one of life’s few certainties\, yet many of us avoid talking about it until it’s too late.\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a thought-provoking in-person panel discussion featuring death and grief literacy thought leaders Amy Firth and Ben Gibson\, alongside Denise Ora\, CEO of Metropolitan Memorial Parks. Together\, we’ll explore how families can reclaim a meaningful role in caring for the people they love\, why conversations about end-of-life can be one of the greatest gifts we leave behind\, and how we can create more personal and meaningful farewells. \nJoin the discussion: \n\nWhy talking about death is a gift to those we love.\nPlanning ahead as a final act of care.\nReimagining funerals and farewell rituals.\nThe impact of turning away from death and grief.\nHow families can play a more meaningful role at end of life.\n\nMeet your speakers: \n\nDenise Ora\, Chief Executive Officer\, Metropolitan Memorial Parks.\nBen Gibson\, Funeral Director at Life Rites Funerals.\nAmy Firth\, Interfaith Minister at Amy Firth Ministry.\n\nWhether you’re planning ahead\, caring for a loved one\, working in the end-of-life\, funeral\, health or community care sectors\, or simply interested in the changing conversation around death and dying\, you’ll find valuable insights\, practical ideas and meaningful discussion. Join us to connect with panel speakers Amy and Ben\, whose stories and expertise offer a powerful lens on love\, loss and the importance of having these conversations before they’re needed. \nA special in-person Dying to Know Day panel discussion exploring end-of-life choices\, planning ahead and the importance of open and meaningful conversations.
URL:https://proveda.com.au/event/lets-talk-about-death-dying/
LOCATION:All Souls Chapel\, Hawthorne Ave\, Rookwood NSW 2141\, Hawthorne Avenue\, Rookwood\, New South Wales\, 2141\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dying To Know Day
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe Ballarat - 27 Aug
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT – BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. \nJoin us for a FREE Death Cafe on Thursday 27th August\, 2026 from 2.00pm – 3.30pm. \nHosted by Ballarat Hospice Care\, Ballarat Cemeteries\, and Grampians Region Palliative Care Consortium\, the purpose of this Death Cafe is to encourage open conversations about mortality and end-of-life matters. \nWhile all of our organisations have extensive experience supporting people at the end of life\, during bereavement\, and through grief\, our Death Cafe itself is not a counselling\, education\, or support service. \nInstead\, we have come together to provide a welcoming\, respectful space where people can gather over tea\, coffee\, and snacks to engage in open\, group-directed conversations about death and dying. Everyone is welcome\, and there is no agenda\, objective\, or intended outcome beyond creating an opportunity for conversation. \nBookings are essential as places are limited. Please scan the QR code on the poster to make your booking.  \n☕ Not sure what a Death Café is\, or whether you should attend one? Read about the origins of this global movement and its aims here: https://deathcafe.com/what/
URL:https://proveda.com.au/event/death-cafe-ballarat-27-aug/
LOCATION:1836 Sturt Street\, Alfredton VIC 3350\, 1836 Sturt Street\, Alfredton\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dying To Know Day
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SUMMARY:Finding Words: A Grief and Loss Literacy Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online gathering about how we can better navigate grief and loss\, with Jacqui Williams from End of Life Transitions. \n\nWorkshop 1: An Introduction to Grief and Loss — 18 September\, 10 am–12 pm (Zoom)\nWorkshop 2: Death and Dying — 25 September\, 10 am–12 pm (Zoom)\n\nOver each 2-hour session\, we will reflect on: \n\nWhy we find talking about grief\, loss\, death and dying challenging\nTypes of grief\, ways people grieve\, and research on grief\nDemystifying death and dying\, and having conversations to prepare better us and those around us\, including Advance Care Planning and letting others know what matters most to us in life\nThe role we can each play in building a Compassionate Community for those grieving or facing end of life\n\nYou are welcome to join one or both sessions\, along with a warm cup of your favourite tea\, coffee\, or beverage of choice!
URL:https://proveda.com.au/event/finding-words-a-grief-and-loss-literacy-series/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Compassionate Communities,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Support Groups Queensland":MAILTO:admin@supportgroups.org.au
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SUMMARY:Great Stupa Death Festival
DESCRIPTION:A day to come together as a community to reflect\, connect and celebrate life. \n\n\n\n\nEnjoy inspiring guest speakers\, free face painting\, Kids Dharma Club\, great coffee\, delicious donuts\, food\, and plenty of activities for all ages in a welcoming\, family-friendly atmosphere. \nThe Great Stupa Death Festival is a unique community event that encourages open conversations about one of life’s most universal experiences. Rather than focusing on loss alone\, the day celebrates life\, connection and the importance of coming together as a community. \nWhether you’re curious about different cultural perspectives\, looking for meaningful conversations\, or simply after a relaxed family day out\, everyone is welcome.
URL:https://proveda.com.au/event/great-stupa-death-festival/
LOCATION:The Great Stupa of Univrsal Compassion\, 25 Sandhurst Town Road\, Myers Flat\, Victoria\, 3556\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dying To Know Day,End of Life
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SUMMARY:Finding Words: A Grief and Loss Literacy Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online gathering about how we can better navigate grief and loss\, with Jacqui Williams from End of Life Transitions. \n\nWorkshop 1: An Introduction to Grief and Loss — 18 September\, 10 am–12 pm (Zoom)\nWorkshop 2: Death and Dying — 25 September\, 10 am–12 pm (Zoom)\n\nOver each 2-hour session\, we will reflect on: \n\nWhy we find talking about grief\, loss\, death and dying challenging\nTypes of grief\, ways people grieve\, and research on grief\nDemystifying death and dying\, and having conversations to prepare better us and those around us\, including Advance Care Planning and letting others know what matters most to us in life\nThe role we can each play in building a Compassionate Community for those grieving or facing end of life\n\nYou are welcome to join one or both sessions\, along with a warm cup of your favourite tea\, coffee\, or beverage of choice!
URL:https://proveda.com.au/event/finding-words-a-grief-and-loss-literacy-series/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Compassionate Communities,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Support Groups Queensland":MAILTO:admin@supportgroups.org.au
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