Waikumete Cemetery — Local services in Waitākere Ranges

Just read a post that the City Council in West Akld are doing 'maintenance' on the area where babies are buried @ Waikumete Cemetary. Ripping out any kind of memorials, decorations, memoirs etc that families have placed there in remembrance of their loved ones. My nephew is resting there & it sucks they are doing this... If you have family or know of family who have a lil one resting there tell them to check incase they go & are unable to find them :( its not right!!

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So sad.. i have alot of friends and families who have their lil angels burried there and then hellllloooo council wants to be EyeGuys... that aint maintanace... thats pure demolishing... Rest In Love to all the lil angels God only Lent... xx

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It is Bella. They leave mud & dirt behind.. its very sad

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It just shows the little progress government agencies have made when it comes to human diginity! Their decisions are based on the bottom line, not being human. So sad

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Samething has happened here with the light rail track. A few graves in a couple of cemeteries have been bulldozered over to accomodate for the track. Then further in time people will wonder why that area of the track is plaqued with so much "mysterious" trouble

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dey doing it in MAnukau cemetry aswell...cos dey can't mow the lawns...baby area in Manukau is ugly now..weeds everywea nd high..dats y dey r doing it...Families r not cleaning it...i think its a gud idea...if dey get out dea nd clean it, it wont be a prob..

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But aunty they're removing crosses, plaques etc that families put up for their babies. Cut the grass but don't take the decorations etc.. how are they supposed to mourn their loved one if they can't even find them? Isn't it council who are supposed to take care of the groumds any way?

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That's straight MESSED UP!!!

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Just saw photos & the only way you know its your plot, by the plot number!!!! May as well do like the islands & bury in our backyards. At least then the grass will be mowed & we know where they are?!

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I'm with u on that one sis

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Do something about this Waikumete Cemetery! ...

I was born in Canada in 1965 (half Native Inuit) and raised in the suburbs of Auckland New Zealand by my grandparents and family there- until returning to Canada for highschool- and now live in the USA. Most of my family are deceased now- and I only just found my grandfather's grave (photo of). He died in our home in Glen Eden- with the solace and sorrow of our family who loved him dearly- and honored his pride of his service in the British Navy of his homeland of Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom- and buried him here in the Military Cemetery. It is all as I remembered it so vividly of when he died when I was eleven years old. I so appreciate to have found photograph record of his grave site here. Rest in peace Grandpa Davies- in your paradise and the most beautiful and peaceful country...

Waikumete Cemetery: A Peaceful Haven Waikumete Cemetery is more than just a final resting place; it's a serene and beautiful park. The well-maintained grounds, stunning views, and peaceful atmosphere make it a unique and thought-provoking place to visit.

The cemetery is also a significant historical site, housing the Erebus Memorial and Holocaust Memorial, New Zealand Influenza Epidemic memorial and ANZAC Cenotaph.

It's a place to reflect on life and history, and appreciate the beauty of nature. Whether you're interested in history, genealogy, or simply seeking a tranquil escape, Waikumete Cemetery is...