If you’re an Australian citizen and experiencing the loss of a partner, did you know you may qualify for a Centrelink bereavement payment? The Australian Federal Government offers various financial assistance schemes to support individuals in the event of a bereavement. Individual circumstances determine the specific type and value of the payment. In this article,…
At Anton Brown Funerals, we often get asked about Centrelink’s financial assistance for funerals. We understand funerals can be a significant upfront cost, and to assist, Centrelink offers several payments and services, if eligible. Whether you’re a parent organising the funeral of your child or an adult who’s looking after the arrangements for someone special,…
Anton Brown Funeral Homes is dedicated to providing our families with all of the necessary information to ensure a stress-free and meaningful funeral day. This article aims to answer some of the most frequently asked questions we receive and covers everything from funeral pre-planning to costs and viewings. We have also included some helpful…
Funeral bonds can offer a financial solution when planning for the inevitable. But what exactly are funeral bonds, and do you really need them? In this article, Anton Brown Funerals aims to shed light on the purpose, advantages and disadvantages of funeral bonds to help you navigate this often-overlooked aspect of end-of-life planning. Anton Brown…
Funerals costs can add up quickly, but if you don’t think you can afford a funeral for a loved one, and their assets can’t cover the expense, you may be eligible for some assistance. There are strict terms and conditions, and this blog is a great starting point as we explain more and where to…
When someone passes away, there are many parties that need to be told about their death. In this blog, we share a checklist of who to notify when someone dies to make the task of advising every association you need a little less complicated. Who do you tell first when someone passes away? The person…
Death is a fact of life and yet the fear and dread that surrounds one’s passing is such that most people do not want to think of it. As a result, when one does pass away, many people are totally unprepared for the important decisions and arrangements that need to be made. It is wise…