In October 2024, Greendale Garden Cemetery opened its doors after years of careful planning to offer environmentally friendly burial options as an alternative to traditional practices. Located in Bringelly, the heart of New South Wales, the cemetery is the first eco-friendly burial site in the area and the first new cemetery in Sydney in over 50 years.
Since its opening, the cemetery has conducted two burials, marking a promising start for a project aimed at providing a space that honours loved ones while preserving the environment.
Greendale Garden Cemetery combines traditional burial practices with eco-friendly principles, using only biodegradable materials.
Mr Ahmad Hawshar, Director of the cemetery, stated, “Unlike traditional cemeteries that rely on concrete and maintenance practices that can harm local ecosystems, our cemetery blends eco-friendly practices within its operations.”
Greendale Garden Cemetery, Bringelly
This approach aligns with Islamic principles of a simple, unadorned burial, reminding us that we came from the earth and to it, we shall return. The practice of burial at Greendale Garden Cemetery ensures that the body returns to the earth as Allah (swt) intended, free from chemicals or structures that interfere with the natural process of decomposition.
Bursaria Garden, the first garden within the cemetery, has been designated for the Muslim community. As part of its efforts to raise awareness, the cemetery is launching a special campaign during the holy month of Ramadan.
The campaign reduces the price of a double burial plot to $5000 and includes a $500 donation to an ongoing charity for every purchase. This initiative embodies the true essence of Ramadan: thoughtful preparation, selflessness, and an awareness that the best investments are those that serve both this life and the next.
Ramadan is a time of reflection, renewal, and increased devotion. It is also a reminder of our ultimate return to Allah and the importance of preparing for what comes after this life. The Quran frequently calls upon us to reflect on death as a motivation to live with purpose, to do good, and to leave behind a legacy that continues to benefit others.
Planning one’s burial is not morbid; it is an act of faith, foresight, and responsibility. The Prophet Muhammad (s) encouraged believers to remember death frequently, not to induce fear, but to inspire action, encouraging us to live righteously, resolve disputes, give in charity, and leave this world in a state of readiness.
Come see us to discuss planning options.
This Ramadan, as we engage in acts of worship and charity, let us also take a moment to reflect on our own journey and the legacy we leave behind. The choices we make today can be a source of comfort for our families and an ongoing source of reward in the Hereafter. Greendale Garden Cemetery provides an opportunity to fulfil this responsibility.
Greendale Garden Cemetery invites everyone to visit the grounds and explore its services first-hand. For more information, please visit the website: https://greendalegarden.com.au.
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