The proposed legislation will replace the current Cemeteries Act, and better reflects the needs and wishes of the NT community regarding burials, cremation and the handling of loved ones’ remains.
The new legislation will ensure that:
human remains continue to be treated with dignity and respect
burial and cremation records, such as registers, are kept and maintained
different practices and beliefs regarding the burial or cremation of human remains are accommodated
cemeteries on Aboriginal land are recognised.
To read the draft Bill or make a submission, go to dhcd.nt.gov.au
Submissions close on 31 March 2019.
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