Dying to Know Day is a national initiative that encourages open and honest conversations about death, dying, and grief, helping to build awareness and confidence within our communities. It provides an opportunity to normalise these important discussions and support people to plan for their future wishes.
To mark Dying to Know Day, CESPHN is hosting the following events throughout the month:
Community Conversations
Location: Eastgardens Library
Date: 8 September, 2026
Time: 1.00-3.00pm
Link: Register her to join the conversation about what care looks like in the last 12 months of life
Location: Rockdale Library
Date: 9 September, 2026
Time: 10.00-12.00
Link: Register here to join the conversation about what care looks like in the last 12 months of life
Location: Kirrawee Library
Date: 16 September, 2026
Time: 12.30-3.30pm
Link: Register here to join the conversation about what care looks like in the last 12 months of life
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