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What Is Formaldehyde?

What is formaldehyde? Formaldehyde often gets a bad reputation as a “toxic” or “dangerous” chemical, particularly in conversations about embalming. However, much of the fear...
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What Is a Death Doula?

In recent years, there has been a growing shift in how we approach death and dying. As more people seek compassionate, personalised experiences during life’s...
An airplane flying against a cloudy sky, symbolising the journey of transporting cremated remains. Can you bring cremated remains on a plane?

Can You Bring Cremated Remains on a Plane?

Losing a loved one is an incredibly personal and emotional experience, and deciding what to do with remains or ashes after cremation can be an...
Close up of white flowers. A guide to death certificates in WA.

How to Get a Death Certificate: A Guide to Death Certificates in WA

Dealing with a loved one’s passing is always challenging, and managing the following administrative processes can add further challenges. This comprehensive guide explains everything you...
What Is Cremation? - A serene viewing room with unique wooden and black metal benches, a flower wall mural, decorative frames, and a wooden coffin, creating an inviting atmosphere for a memorial.

What Is Cremation? A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Process

Have you ever wondered why someone chooses cremation as their final farewell? For many, the concept remains a mystery. So, what is cremation, and why...
White flowers in a viewing room, illustrating "Do you have to be embalmed in Australia?".

Do You Have to Be Embalmed in Australia?

Embalming is a topic that often raises questions, especially when planning a funeral. Many wonder, "Do you have to be embalmed in Australia?" This question...
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What is Embalming? Answering Your Most Common Questions

What is embalming? This is a common question that many people find themselves asking when faced with the planning of funeral services or the need...
This setting exemplifies the compassionate services available for families navigating the complexities of dying overseas and the repatriation process.

Do You Need a Funeral Director for Repatriation? Navigating the Complexities of Dying Overseas

Dying overseas is a situation that many people don’t anticipate, yet it can happen unexpectedly. What do you do if a loved one passes away...