Dying to Know Day

An annual campaign that empowers all adult Australians to be strong self-advocates for their own personal planning when it comes to their future.

During August, adults at all stages of life are encouraged to take individual action.  All to improve their knowledge around choices for their end-of-life. Throughout the event you will find helpful guides, toolkits and resources to support taking action with “Dying to Know Day’. Start conversations with the people most important to you about your unique choices and wishes for your end-of-life.

Guest speakers for the event can include topics of the focus for the year 2026

D2KD 2026 Event program Hunter

• Solicitors – Emery Partners
• Financial Planners – PWS (Professional Wealth Services)
• Retirement & Aged Care Specialists
• Palmdale Lawn Cemetery and Memorial Park
• Florist Display -Flowers by Grace
• Carers Gateway
• Grief Discussion- NALAG
• Creightons Funeral Service Pre-Paid Funeral plans and memorial options
• Heart of the Hunter
• Priceline Pharmacy
• Kurri Kurri Community Centre
• Celebrant – Sharon Toner
• Amazing ProCare – in home care
• NCCCA – Community Transport and Meals on Wheels
• Baptist Care – Final Footprint Program

This is a free event for the community, everybody is welcome to attend.

Hosted by Creightons Funeral Service.

Weston Workers Club – 1 Government Road, Weston

Commencing at 9am – 12 noon

Date: Friday 28th August 2026

Demonstrations will include: interactive displays and information stalls, including painting a Daisybox coffin, and writing on the memorial coffin.

RSVP to reserve your seat by phoning 1300 130  955

Please know you are welcome to still attend if unable to RSVP.