South Side Death Cafe

20/07/2026

I know I'm preaching to the choir... but still, this article is an excellent reminder of why we need to WRITE OUR WISHES DOWN!!!!

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jul/17/twelve-days-nursing-my-father-in-the-dying-room-taught-me-the-value-of-planning-for-death?CMP=fb_gu&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawTKNLdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF4NmZHcjNjaE0xNjNlOVNUc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvWkt007zYSQTdj7f1jfqBwkPXvtYGCllya3HDATbg4raqih9gD7CEvf2PBY_aem_kvEg90bFBvbNdubF2I-sgw =1784302486

Dying is difficult, a nurse told me. It might have been even more appalling had Dad not been clear about his wishes. Yet most of us remain deeply reluctant to outline how we want the end to go

17/07/2026

I was sent this article and after finally reading it, realised how relevant the conversation is to death cafe communities.

What are your thoughts on conversations with doctors about end of life, rather than simply trying to stay alive at all costs?

Holistic care for incurably ill people has to include discussions about death and dying – but getting there is hard

25/06/2026

I'm one step closer to becoming the veggie garden I always dreamed of...

Starting in NSW, I'm wanting with baited breath to see if the bill is passed.

https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/the-radio-national-hour/new-bill-aims-to-offer-alternative-to-burial-and-cremation/106829220?fbclid=IwY2xjawSpRxVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeBgZcYAI3SPBCm7MwLkrTwit8ya3pVYumK4oGrZrr9uGIv4YOK-gcNNL3i2U_aem_rccGdNk4hpUKVbbjDsuAQg

A private member’s bill is giving new meaning to the expression pushing up daisies. Human composting, or 'terramation' is an ecological alternative to traditional burials that has been pioneered in America and Germany.

11/05/2026

A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to be invited to 88.3 Southern FM to talk all things South Side Death Cafe.
Here's a little excerpt... enjoy!

Please note, not a flattering photo, but check out my made-to-order jumper as created by my mother... she was never one for understating fashion!

https://www.southernfm.com.au/show/talking-at-the-death-cafe-podcast/

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Talking at the Death Cafe podcast Leave a comment Klara McMurray, runs St Kilda Library’s Death Cafe It’s an uncomfortable topic for many people but for others – talking about death is a great chance to get together and have a good old chat. Klara McMurray is a Funeral Celebrant and you’ll f...

30/04/2026

The next South Side Death Cafe is set for Wednesday 27th May (5:30 - 7:30pm) at St Kilda Library.
Come for the death talk, stay for the snacks.

This is an inclusive, open conversation about death, dying and end-of-life but is not a bereavement or counselling session.

Facilitated by Funeral Celebrant Klara McMurray (aka The Funky Celebrant), there are lots of giggles, deep chats and conversations that have been known to change lives.

After all, talking about it won’t kill you!

https://www.thefunkycelebrant.com.au/death-cafe

Contact: St Kilda Library 150 Carlisle St, St Kilda 3182
Phone - 03 8563 7380

24/04/2026

South Side Death Cafe - April 2026.

The sun is shining and death positivity is in the air!

Although the table was bursting at the seams with 16 attendees, the conversion flowed easily, with everyone giving space and time for others to speak.

20/04/2026

Go Gentle is delighted to present a free one-hour webinar:

Navigating the VAD assessment process
A step by step guide
Tuesday 21 April 2026 | 12:00pm AEST*
Free

VAD is now available in all six Australian states. However many people are unsure about the application process and what's involved. Hosted by Go Gentle’s CEO, Dr Linda Swan, this free one-hour webinar aims to demystify the VAD process so you can know your rights at the end of life. Feel free to s...

13/04/2026

Thats right folks... this passionate deathie is being offered a mic to speak about the South Side Death Cafe.

Love me a bit of community radio so when Clare reached out and asked me for an interview, I jumped at it!

Tune in via online or your good old fashioned wireless.
Wednesday 15th April
12:40 pm - perfect lunchtime entertainment baby!

https://www.southernfm.com.au/

12/04/2026

I watched this brilliant doco last night about psychedelic journeys that people on the verge of dying have taken in order to understand what's next.

All participants came out calmer and almost excited thinking about the next stage.

$5 on youtube or also on Binge.
Love to hear what you thought!

The doorway to death is the last great frontier in human life. Intellectually, we all know our lives will end, and yet - in the Western world at least - we a...

31/03/2026

South Side Death Cafe - March wrap. ☠️ -
Water Cremation... what's that all about then?!
https://mailchi.mp/badd381968ec/south-side-death-cafe-march-wrap