Grief can be all-consuming and the pain associated with a loved one’s death can be excruciating. If you are watching someone close to you experience bereavement, you may be wondering how you can support and comfort them through this tough time. In this blog, we’d like to offer practical advice about how to help someone…
More and more Australians are choosing cremation over a burial and if you or your loved one are among them, then you may have questions about picking a columbarium niche. There is a lot to keep in mind when determining a final resting place in a columbarium or elsewhere, for example, if the spot is…
If you are considering what to do with a loved one’s cremated remains, you may have questions about the interment of ashes. Below we discuss what interment of ashes means and share some considerations when making this decision. What is an Interment of Ashes? Interment of ashes refers to the cremated remains being placed or…
Are you wondering how to find out if someone has died in Australia? If there’s an old friend you’re hoping to reach, a relative you haven’t heard from in a while or a notable member of the community, there are a few ways to determine if they have passed away. We discuss those in greater…
If your loved one in Queensland has passed away and wishes to be cremated, you may have questions about scattering their ashes and their final resting place. Below we discuss a few considerations when choosing that location. Things to Remember When Scattering Ashes in Queensland Do you need permission to scatter ashes in Queensland? A…
During the pandemic cremation-only arrangements in Brisbane have been a favourable alternative for many. Opting for a cremation-only – also known as a direct cremation, cremation only no service and non-attended cremation – can remove the stress of planning a traditional funeral directly after a person has died. A direct cremation is typically a more…
After someone dies, it can be difficult to come to terms with their passing – especially if their death was sudden. For some people, holding a viewing of their body and being with them one last time, can help with the grieving process. So, what exactly is a viewing? We explain what it is and…
What happens to an Australian when their death occurs overseas? The answer to that question will depend on a few factors, including the circumstances of their death, and what country they were in. In this blog, we aim to offer some guidance about appropriate courses of action and who may be able to help you…
In this blog we discuss the process of embalming, including what it is and when someone may be embalmed in Australia. What is Embalming? Embalming is a process which involves sanitising the human body after death and slowing down the natural decomposition process. Typically, it includes removing bodily fluids and replacing them with specific chemicals…
Are you wondering how to obtain a death certificate in Queensland? A professional funeral director, like Anton Brown Funerals, will register the death of your loved one with the state government, and apply for their death certificate on your behalf at the same time. We explain more about how the process works below. How to…