New Niche Garden unveiled at Guyra Cemetery

19th May 2026

A new memorial space has been officially unveiled at the Guyra Cemetery, with the opening of a new Niche Garden.
The unveiling took place on Wednesday, May 6th, with members of the Guyra Lions Club joined by Councillor Eli Imad for the formal recognition of the garden and commemorative plaque.
The project carries special significance for the Lions Club, having been a long-held vision of the late Jim Betts, former president of the club. Mr Betts recognised the need for additional niche spaces after the original niche wall, also constructed by the Lions many years ago, reached capacity.
His dedication to the community and commitment to the project have now been carried through to completion, with the new Niche Garden providing a peaceful and dignified place for remembrance within the cemetery grounds.
Guyra Lions Club President Steve Mepham said it was important for the club to see the project completed.
“We were keen to see it finished as the previous wall is almost full and the remaining spots have already been purchased,” Mr Mepham said.
“This new memorial garden is something much needed by the community.”
Mr Mepham said the club also has a similar project which is now in the planning stages for the Black Mountain cemetery.
Alongside the cemetery project, the Lions Club has also been busy preparing for its upcoming seniors’ dinner at the Bowling Club, with around 40 people already booked to attend.
The dinner replaces the mystery trip traditionally organised by the club which became a casualty of the current fuel crisis.
The Guyra Lions Club meets at the Bowling Club on the first and third Wednesday of each month, with new members always welcome.

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