Old Maclean cemeteries
Woombah Street Maclean NSW 2463
Woombah Street
Maclean NSW 2463
The Maclean cemetery extends along Cameron Street which forms the southern entry into Maclean. It is divided by the entry road to the Maclean High School. The whole cemetery is divided into religious denomination and these all have different fences or in some case no fences.
The cemetery has a great historical significant containing primary evidence of early settlers and the subsequent development of the town. The cemetery has been in use since 1871 and burials still take place where plots have been reserved. The dedication of the cemetery took place on 15th August 1871 after Alexander Cameron wrote to the Minister for Lands requesting a cemetery.
The earliest recorded burial is John Ross in 1863.
The cemetery is based on a number of religious portions as follows:-
- Roman Catholic Portion
- Anglican Portion
- Presbyterian Portion
- Methodist Portion
- General Portion
Except where excavation is possible, double depth graves will not be excavated due to shoring requirements and Occupational Health & Safety Concerns.
Any new, replacement or improvements of monuments are to be completed at the full cost of the family. Council takes no responsibility for the maintenance and repair of monuments.
Maclean Office of Clarence Valley Council
50 River Street
Maclean NSW 2463
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