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How to write a eulogy

How to write a eulogy

Regardless of the individual circumstances, when it comes to writing a eulogy you are likely to be going through a difficult, sensitive and busy t...

10 Ways to Green your Funeral Footprint

10 Ways to Green your Funeral Footprint

'   1. Ask your funeral director Ask your funeral director about more sustainable options, or seek out a funeral home that offers green practic...

A Do-It-Yourself Funeral Guide

A Do-It-Yourself Funeral Guide

Until the last hundred years, family members took charge of caring for their dead. People typically died at home, and loved ones prepared bodies f...

Contemplating a cardboard coffin? Here’s everything you need to know: Plus a 10 step factsheet

Contemplating a cardboard coffin? Here’s everything you need to know: Plus a 10 step factsheet

Are you set on simplicity? Do you believe biodegradable is better? Could your coffin choice help you through the grieving process?

A cardboard coffin may sound like an unconventional choice but once we’ve shared the benefits and opportunities offered by this alternative to a typical wooden coffin, you may realise it is your best choice.

Check out our ‘Cardboard coffins factsheet’ and our guide below for more info.

Coping with Loss

Coping with Loss

Everyone copes with loss differently and there is no right or wrong method for dealing with the grief that accompanies the loss of a loved one. Pe...

How to talk to your parents about their funeral Arrangements

How to talk to your parents about their funeral Arrangements

Although we don’t like to think about it, most of us will be charged with the task of planning a funeral for our parents. And it’s safe to say tha...

Practical advice on creating a non-religious funeral

Practical advice on creating a non-religious funeral

A funeral service is a way we cope with the loss of someone dear.  Whether it provides a special tribute to the deceased or it helps family and fr...

Organising a Funeral Part 5: When, Where and Who

Organising a Funeral Part 5: When, Where and Who

Where do you want the ceremony to take place? Consider the type of ceremony you would like, as this will influence the location. Will it be a rel...

Need help paying for a funeral?

Need help paying for a funeral?

State Support The Government provides limited financial support for bereaved people on low incomes. Even if you are eligible for it, a state contr...

Funeral flowers and their true meaning

Funeral flowers and their true meaning

The act of sending messages with flowers became popular during Victorian times as people utilised gestures and symbols for expression rather than ...

Organising a funeral part 4: Letting people know

Organising a funeral part 4: Letting people know

Telling people and organisations about a death can be stressful. It might help to do this sooner rather than later. You may also want to place a d...

Organising a funeral part 3: Cremation, burial and other choices

Organising a funeral part 3: Cremation, burial and other choices

  The choice between a cremation and burial can be a very personal matter. Factors in deciding may include: Directions or preferences indicated b...