Melbourne General Cemetery
The Melbourne General Cemetery is a large (43 hectare) necropolis located 3 km (1.9 mi) north of the city of Melbourne in the suburb of Carlton North.
| Melbourne General Cemetery | |
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Aerial view of Melbourne General Cemetery, looking north | |
| Details | |
| Established | 1852 |
| Location | |
| Country | Australia |
| Coordinates | 37°47′20″S 144°57′55″E |
| Size | 43 hectares (110 acres) |
| Website | smct |
| Find a Grave | Melbourne General Cemetery |
The cemetery is notably the resting place of five Prime Ministers of Australia, more than any other necropolis within Australia. Former Prime Minister Harold Holt's headstone is a memorial, as his remains have never been discovered.
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