Brighton Cemetery, located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, is a historic Victorian garden cemetery of significant heritage value. Spanning 29 acres, it was established in 1853 to cater to the growing population south of the Yarra River and is known for its aesthetically pleasing non-denominational lawn sections. The cemetery is the final resting place of numerous notable individuals, including politicians, landscape gardeners, soldiers, criminals, architects, authors, and artists.
Throughout its history, Brighton Cemetery has faced financial challenges but has managed to thrive, particularly in the 1920s when it witnessed a high number of annual burials and undertook major development projects. Despite missing opportunities to construct a crematorium and open a new cemetery, the cemetery remains a cherished site, preserving the memory of prominent Melburnians such as Sir Thomas Bent, Sir John Monash, Squizzy Taylor, Rolf Boldrewood, Frederick McCubbin, and many others.
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