The Shire of West Arthur is responsible for the administration of the Arthur River & Darkan cemetery. Plots can be reserved at either cemetery.
The cemetery in Arthur River is located on the western side of Albany Highway approximately 1km North of the Coalfields Road intersection. This cemetery is at the historical St Paul’s Anglican Church. This cemetery allows for gravesite burials in either a new or existing family grave or the placement of ashes in a new or existing family grave. There is parking available on site.
The cemetery in Darkan is located on the western side of the Darkan South Road. This cemetery allows for gravesite burials in either a new or existing family grave, placement of ashes in a niche wall within the cemetery or placement of ashes in a new or existing family grave. The main entry to the cemetery is commonly used as an assembly area for burial parties but also serves as a parking site.
The Shire of West Arthur operates under the Cemeteries Act 1986. Monumental works must be approved by the Shire prior to the placement of the monument in the cemetery. A monument is considered to belong to the person or persons who made the arrangement for the building of the structure. The owner is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, and repair of the monument.
Shire staff have the right to remove any structure that has become dilapidated, unsafe, or unsightly.
If you require further information about the cemeteries in the Shire please refer to the Shire of West Arthur’s Cemetery Guide 2024.
Application for Double Niche Wall Plaque
Application for Monumental Works - Arthur River and Darkan
Application for Placement of Ashes in Niche Wall - Darkan
Application for Single Niche Wall Plaque
Burial Reservation Form - Arthur River
Burial Reservation Form - Darkan
Form of Instruction for Burial
Grant of Right of Burial
Instruction for the Removal of Ashes
Niche Wall Reservation Form - Darkan
Current Fees and Charges