# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Dying Matters Expo
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: Dying Matters Expo
Saturday 12th September, 10am to 3pm.
Upper Hutt Library, 844 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt

Whether you’re planning ahead, supporting someone you love, or simply curious to learn more, come along and meet a diverse range of people who are passionate about sharing their knowledge, services, and ideas.
You will find:
•	Information tables and Displays
•	End of Life Planning Information
•	DIY Funeral information
•	and a safe space for a cuppa and a chat about aging, death, dying, and end of life planning.

Meet and chat with Matt from Akatarawa Cemetery, Monique, an End Of Life Doula and celebrant, Frances with her casket making and DIY Funerals, and others.  We welcome you to have a cuppa and a biscuit on us at our drop in conversation areas being hosted by the friendly crew from Befriending Death.
We look forward to welcoming you to Upper Hutt.

Speakers Timetable
10:30 – 11:30
DIY Funerals and Caskets
Frances Potter –Casket Making and DIY Funeral

11:30 – 12:30
End of Life Doula
Monique – Advanced Care Plans

12:30 – 1:30
Community Law (Wgtn & Hutt Valley)
Manuela - POA, Wills, Probate

1:30 – 2:30
Death Matters Alliance
Bronwen - Death, Dying and DIY Funerals

Visit our facebook page for more indepth information on our speakers presentations.

Keep an eye out for our
DEATH MATTERS ALLIANCE Stall at the Womens Centre Spring Festival, Main Street, Upper Hutt. 9am – 3pm. Saturday 12th September.

Contact details
deathmattersalliance2026@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/deathmattersalliance
Bronwen 0276333221 Monique 0274040856
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/upper-hutt/dying-matters-expo/200030610446202
- **Event Categories**: business, exhibitions, festivals, spring-break
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 54

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Upper Hutt
- **state**: WG
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Upper Hutt Libraries
- **lat**: -41.12588
- **long**: 175.06856
- **full address**: Upper Hutt Libraries, 844 Fergusson Dr, Upper Hutt Central, Upper Hutt 5018, New Zealand, Upper Hutt

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Dying Matters Expo being held?
  - **A:** Dying Matters Expo takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am at Upper Hutt Libraries, 844 Fergusson Dr, Upper Hutt Central, Upper Hutt 5018, New Zealand, Upper Hutt.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Dying Matters Expo?
  - **A:** Dying Matters Expo is organized by Death Matters Alliance.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Dying Matters Expo is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Upper Hutt, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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