Alberton Cemetery Walking Tours

04/08/2024

If anyone is interested in attending this great activity, it’s being held at The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Traralgon. Come along and learn how to start your family tree,how to search for records, how to record and save photos,stories and videos and attach to your tree, how to apply sources and much more. Create a Family Crest…and there will be kids activities to set them on the path to find out who they are!
Followed by a good old ‘sausage sizzle’.

28/06/2024

The 2024/2025 Alberton Cemetery Walking Tours will kick off in September.
This season, the tours will be held on the 4th Saturday of the month from September to March. The final tour will fall on Easter Saturday, April 19th 2025.
The tours will also run earlier, with a start time of 4:30pm and concluding around 6pm. The perfect time to allow guest to pop down to Port Albert for dinner!
Call Sandi to book a spot on 0403819183.
$10 per person 16+ years.

22/04/2024

Absolutely loved our wonderful guests on our final tour of the year. They shared some fascinating stories of their own ancestors buried with us here at the Alberton Cemetery.
It was an absolute pleasure hosting for you.
It was extra special because it was Dave’s 89th birthday
🎂🥳🎈

19/04/2024

Today is our last walking tour for the season, AND….its our National Heritage Month Tour!
The weather is looking clear and fabulous…but bring a jacket and wear comfy walking shoes.
Eric,Chris and I love meeting our guests and sharing our local heritage stories with you.
Come along and meet some of our pioneers and learn about their struggles and their successes.
The tour commences at 4pm and finishes up around 5:30pm.
Cost is $10 per person over 16.

04/04/2024

April 20th will be our last tour for this season. It will be our very special ‘National Heritage Month’ tour. We are honoured to be included in their program.
Start time- 4pm till approximately 5:30pm.
Cost is $10 per adult. Unfortunately there are no eftpos facilities available at the cemetery.

Alberton Cemetery Tour
Explore the history and landscape of the historic Alberton Cemetery. Visit the 1842 grave of the earliest recorded burial and hear how the site is thought to have been used as a burial ground much earlier, when access to the site was via the Albert River.
The walking tour is an opportunity to explore the history of the first and largest cemetery in Gippsland. Walk the full length of the 32 acre cemetery from the entrance to the Old Ground on the banks of the Albert River. Learn of the pioneers of the Port Albert and Alberton district and hear of their achievements and the hardships and tragedies they endured.

Please call Sandi on 0403819183 to book.

30/03/2024

Happy Easter Everyone.
We certainly had a great group this evening for our Easter Walk. The Easter Bunny had left a trail of eggs for the younger one in the group and I’m pretty sure they were all found! Thank you to all our lovely guest and to my right hand man,Chris, who took over some of the story telling. Much thanks also to the Easter Bunnies……you know who you are!💗

20/03/2024

Please come along and join us on our Easter Saturday walking tour of our beautiful historic cemetery.
There will be lots of stories from our residents for the grown ups and an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids.
Call Sandi on 0403819183 to book a spot.
Start time is 5:30pm.
Wear comfy walking shoes.
(Bunny ears are optional)🐇

01/03/2024

We are so excited to be part of The Australian Heritage Festival.
Their events guide is now available.
WOW….there is so much to see and do! Check it out!

Click here to view in full screen | Click here to download the program

16/02/2024

What a crazy few days it has been….no power, no phone reception and no internet!
It’s been like the ‘olden days’ when the first pioneers arrived in Port Albert. How on earth did they cope?!
If you would like to find out, why not join us tomorrow, February 17th and take a wander through our fabulous historic cemetery.
The tour sets off at 5:30pm at the front gate and concludes down by the river at 7:00pm.
Call Sandi on 0403819183 and let me know you’re coming!

05/02/2024

Our February Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour will be held on Saturday 17th at 5:30pm.
I’m looking forward to taking you through our wonderful historically unique cemetery and sharing the stories of our early pioneers. Their triumphs and their tragedies are sure to touch your hearts.
Contact Sandi to book your spot- 0403819183.

03/02/2024

Port Albert Progress Association in conjunction with Alberton Cemetery Trust is proud to announce a special tour as part of the National Trusts Australian Heritage Festival. Full details can be found here:
https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/ahf_event/alberton-cemetery-tour/

The walking tour is an opportunity to explore the history of the first and largest cemetery in Gippsland. Walk the full length of the 32 acre cemetery from the entrance to the Old Ground on the banks of the Albert River. Learn of the pioneers of the Port Albert and

22/01/2024

If you are looking for something to do this Saturday and you are out and about around Port Albert…perhaps staying for the long weekend,enjoying the local festivities such ‘Music in the Park’ on Friday 26th from 12-3 pm….why not stay over at any of the fabulous bnb’s and join us at 5:30pm on Saturday 27th for our Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour?
The tour takes about 1.5 hours and covers the 30.5 hectares of the oldest cemetery in Gippsland.
There are some lovely residents I would love to introduce you to!
Give Sandi a call on 0403819183 to book a spot.

14/12/2023

It’s looking favourable for Saturdays Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour.
Come along and meet some of our early pioneers and residents.
5:30pm start.
Call 0403819183 to book a spot.
$10 per person over 16years.

24/11/2023

*EDIT…..
*It’s not looking great out there. Heavy rain and thunderstorm is predicted for approximately 6pm.*

I will be keeping an eye on the weather today….
It’s looking good for the walking tour so far but with a possible thunderstorm on the radar I’m a bit concerned.
A bit of rain has never stopped us before…that’s why umbrellas were invented!
If you are planning on attending today bring a brolly,just in case!
Our tour starts at 5:30pm and concludes around 7pm.

18/11/2023

Our November Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour is ON this Saturday (25th) at 5:30pm.
It will be a leisurely stroll (my legs and feet are still having issues) through the 30.5 hectare grounds while I chat and share stories of some of our residents.
Come along and take in the atmosphere and peace of the oldest cemetery in Gippsland.
$10 per head if you’re over 16 years old, but free if you’re not! 🙂

28/09/2023

I am sorry to have to do this but due to a heath issue the Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour for Saturday 30th has been cancelled.
I sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and I will contact those with bookings personally.
Thank you for your understanding.

13/09/2023

Spring is well and truly here at last, and that means the Alberton Cemetery Walking Tours new season begins.
Come and join us on Saturday September 30th at 5:30pm for our first tour for 2023/24.
Our wonderful historic cemetery has unique features and our residents have fascinating stories to share.
$10 for persons 16+
Call Sandi on 0403819183 to book.

16/08/2023

A huge ‘Thank You’ to the lovely Sue Jones, who organised her friends to take a stroll through our historic cemetery. It was an absolute pleasure to host for you on this glorious day….who would believe it was winter!
Todays guests were 8 delightful ladies from the area of Yarram and Jack River. Our tour normally takes 90 minutes but with so much to talk about and such engaging conversations it took twice as long!
Graves were found, connections made, and stories shared. It was fabulous!
Golly ladies, I hope you enjoyed your late lunch!

18/07/2023

The 2023/24 tour schedule has been finalised, so here it is!
I am looking forward to taking visitors through our wonderful historical and unique cemetery and sharing the stories of a few of our residents.

The tour dates for the 2023/24 season are as follows-:
***September 30th- Cancelled
***October 28th- Cancelled
Due to my ongoing medical issues the 2 tours above are cancelled.
I love hosting the tours and it’s breaking my heart not to be able to do so.
Hopefully by November my medical team will have me walking again.
I sincerely apologise for any inconvenience.

November 25th
December 16th (due to Christmas/New Year)
January 27th
February 17th
March 30th (Easter Saturday)
April 27th @ 4.30pm

All tours, except the December 16th 2023 tour and the April 27th 2024 tour, are held on the last Saturday of the month at 5:30pm. Please note the April 27th tour is held at the earlier time of 4:30pm due to diminished daylight.

Bookings can be made through our page -: ‘Alberton Cemetery Walking Tours’ by using the message tab, or by contacting Sandi Davie on 0403819183.
Tours are run in conjunction with the Port Albert Progress Association, Wellington Shire Council and the Alberton Cemetery Trust.
We would love to see you there.

07/04/2023

Todays Easter Saturday tour will commence at 4:30pm and conclude around 6pm.
There will be interesting stories from our host about the history and settlement of our beautiful area, and an egg hunt for any children attending.
Hopefully the weather will kind so you can enjoy a wander through our unique cemetery.
You will also receive a fabulous’Middle of Everywhere’ gift bag.
Please bring cash for entry fee of 10 per person 16+,as we do not have card facilities out at the cemetery.

23/03/2023

Only 2 more Alberton Cemetery Walks to go for this season.
This coming Saturday March 25th at 5:30pm and Saturday April 8th at 4:30pm.
If you would like at take a walk through Gippslands oldest and most unique cemetery please book a spot by calling Sandi on 0403819183 or sending a message by tapping the tab.
$10 for persons 16+ and kids are free.

22/02/2023

Our next Alberton Cemetery Tour is on this coming weekend, Saturday February 25th at 5:30pm.
Come along and hear the stories of our areas early pioneers, some are funny, some are sad and some are absolutely fascinating!
Our Cemetery is the oldest in Gippsland and is in the unique position on the bank of a river.
Book a spot by messaging or calling Sandi on 0403819183.
$10 per person 16+. Kids are free
I look forward to seeing you there.

31/01/2023

Fabulous group for our Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour last Saturday evening.
Especially fabulous was having some Appleyard/Kennedy descendants join us. Alfred Appleyard, married Catherine Kennedy and had 13 children.
It was also lovely to welcome back Eric Greenaway, after a brief hiatus,to give his regular guest presentation.

24/01/2023

If you are in the area on Saturday 28th January why not pop along to the Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour at 5:30 pm and learn about some of our residents stories from the early days of settlement in and around Port Albert.
Tours take approximately 1.5 hours.
$10 per person over 16.
Send a message via this message tab or call Sandi on 0403819183 to reserve a spot.

23/12/2022

However you celebrate this festive season, may it be filled with joy and the spirit of love and kindness.

23/12/2022

Loved hosting for these two lovely young couples.
It really warms my heart when the younger generation shows an interest in local history and their ancestors.

14/12/2022

This coming Saturday, December 17th, is our monthly Alberton Cemetery Walkibg Tour.
Come along and learn some of the fun facts and stories of our areas early settlers…and it all started with a ship wreck!
The tour begins at 5:30 at the front gate and concludes around 7pm down by the river.

You will receive a fabulous Middle of Everywhere bag with a Christmas treat as a ‘thank you’ gift. I’m look forward to hosting for you..

$10 for 16years +…under 16 free.
Call Sandi to make a booking. 0403819183.

25/11/2022

If anyone is listening to ABC Gippsland at 7:30am tomorrow morning you just might hear ‘yours truly’ chatting about the Alberton Cemetery while your are eating your cornflakes.

23/11/2022

Don’t forget this Saturday, the 26th November at 5:30pm, is our ‘Alberton Cemetery Walking Tour’.
There’s lots to do in the ‘Middle of Everywhere’ so if you are having a weekend getaway why not add us to your list of things to do!
Come along for an informal stroll and chat, meet some of our residents and hear their stories, and be treated to a fab ‘Middle of Everywhere’ gift bag!
Contact Sandi on 0403819183 or send a message to book a spot.

15/11/2022

Perfectly timed between showers…our fabulous guests from the Island Astronomy Association enjoyed the stories of our favourite residents.
Lots of jokes and laughs from our quick witted men folk and lovely ladies.
Thank you for choosing to spend the afternoon with us.
Enjoy your Jelly Beans!