Fixed Price Cremations Blog

Welcome to the Fixed Price Cremations blog where we share valuable information, latest news and updates about the cremation industry that is intended to assist families and caregivers considering cremation.

Celebrating Lives, Honouring Legacies: Funeral Services in Sydney

When the time comes to bid farewell to our loved ones, it’s essential to ensure that the process is handled with utmost care, respect, and sensitivity. In Sydney, a city known for its diverse and vibrant culture, this sentiment holds true in ev...

How long does cremation take and what should we know about the process?

When dealing with the many aspects of end-of-life services, the cremation process in Victoria brings up a myriad of questions. What are the steps involved in Victorian cremation? What costs are associated with cremation? How long does it take to orga...

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Cremation Urn for Your Loved One

The passing away of a loved one is a painful and challenging time for the family. More so, critical decisions about cremation services need to be made. Although an overwhelming task, the family must decide what should be done with the cremated remain...

What To Say At A Funeral

Funerals are a celebration of someone’s life, but knowing what to say at one can be tricky to navigate. Whether you are talking to a loved one before or after a funeral service or preparing the Eulogy, it can be tough to know the right thing to...

How to Pre-plan Your Funeral?

Planning your funeral is not an undertaking we expect ourselves to take on, but many benefits come from doing it ahead of time. It is a very responsible and considerate act, especially for those who otherwise would be left to do it on your beh...

Complete Guide To Cremations In Australia

In the 1950s, only around one out of every 28 individuals who died was cremated; nowadays, about 40% of people choose cremation when organising funeral and last preparations. However, why is cremation becoming such a popular option for Australians?...

Checklist – What to Do When Someone Dies?

When a member of your family or group of friends passes away, the event can be a sad time. Grieving about the loss of a loved one can overwhelm most and cause them to forget about doing essential things. We understand that the time following the deat...

A Complete Guide to Funeral Flowers in Australia

While a funeral is a time of mourning, it can also be a time to celebrate the life of a loved one. Funeral flowers help to personalise the funeral for a loved one, especially if they loved flowers. Even if your loved one was not fond of flowers, ther...

Cemeteries in Melbourne, Victoria - Updated List 2023

Thinking about the cemetery for your loved one is difficult. Not only do you have to consider which cemetery is ideal based on its location, features and services, but you must make sure that your loved one would be happy with your choice. Going thro...

7 Qualities To Look For in A Good Funeral Home

The Cremation Process in Australia – A Step by Step Guide

Dealing with the death of a loved one can be emotional. It’s hard to clear your mind long enough to think through the options and decide what you want for them. If they haven’t left instructions, it’s up to you to decide what to do. Whether you...

Coping With Grief And Loss - Dos And Don'ts

d of time. There are different stages of grief, but they, too, can be fickle. Some people may skip a stage or two while others will remain in one stage for the duration of their grief....

Cremation Pre-Planning - A Start to Finish Guide

nd emotional thing to do. One of the greatest gifts you can leave to your own family after you pass on is a plan for your final disposition. It might feel strange, at first, to think about your own death and the services that will take place afterwar...

Cremation Only No Service - Everything You Need To Know

Cremation Only No Service - What is A Direct Cremation?

Cremation has become a much more popular final disposition method in recent years, though the method has been around for centuries. Studies show that about half of those in need of the final service for a family member choose a cremation....

Funeral vs Cremation - Pros & Cons You Should Consider

There are very few guarantees in life other than the fact that everyone will need final and parting services at some point. While no one likes to think about their own death, it’s important to recognise the different types of services so family...

What To Do When Death Occurs At Home

Have you ever thought about what you will do when your loved one dies? Not so much in the long-term sense or related to their funeral service in Melbourne, but more regarding what to do as soon as death occurs. Depending on whether-or-not your loved ...

7 Qualities To Look For in A Good Funeral Home in Australia

Are you in the position of planning a funeral? Perhaps you are beginning the process of preplanning your – or a loved one’s – final arrangements. If you are looking for someone to provide a traditional burial, cremation package or funeral ser...

Preplanning Your Funeral: 7 Questions to Ask a Funeral Director

When it comes to preplanning your funeral service in Melbourne, there are a lot of things to ask; don’t ever be shy about asking for information and be wary of anyone who makes you feel uncomfortable making these queries. There is no time like the...

Top 4 Mistakes to Avoid While Funeral Planning

Do you know how to plan a funeral? It can be overwhelming particularly during a time of grief and loss; get your house in order and manifest your final wishes with funeral planning tips that ensure you won’t fall prey to common pitfalls and errors ...

5 Main Reasons Why is Cremation Becoming More Popular in Australia

Back in the 50s, only around one in 28 people who died were cremated; today, it is estimated that around 40% choose cremation when funeral planning and making their final arrangements. But why is cremation becoming such a common choice among Austral...

7 Things to Consider When Planning A Funeral in Melbourne

7 Things to Consider When Planning A Funeral (#5 Will Blow Your Mind)

Whether you are planning a funeral for a loved one or preplanning your own final wishes, there is a lot to know and consider. For instance, do you know what the average cremation cost is in Australia? Don’t try to go it alone; use our insight and e...

4 Reasons Why It's Never Too Early to Preplan Your Funeral (#2 Will Shock You)

We are all going to die one day; it is never too early to preplan your funeral and make your final arrangements. This entails meeting with a funeral and cremation expert to discuss your options. We are here to offer guidance and expand on some compe...

Top 3 Myths About Funeral Planning

Inevitably, most of us will one day have to plan a funeral for ourselves or a loved one. While this is a thought that most people brush aside, with the right funeral organisers and a gentle and caring approach, this process need not be one that cause...

What Do Melbourne Funeral Directors Do for a Family

What Do Funeral Directors Do for a Family?

When it comes to arranging a funeral, there are many moving parts that make up a respectable service. These include the type of funeral, the location, the particulars, and the team responsible for organising the service. Today, there are many afforda...

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4 Facts Funeral Directors Don't Want You to Know

Arranging a funeral is foreign territory for many people. Not only is the process of a funeral a topic that most people are not educated on—but figuring out where to start can feel overwhelming. With so many funeral homes, funeral options and packa...

5 Tips on How to Plan a Cremation Service in Melbourne

There’s no question about it—most people aren’t prepared for when they need to plan for a funeral. When the time comes, you will find many funeral services in Melbourne to choose from, and if you don’t feel like a traditional and elaborate fu...

3 Tips on How to Choose a Cremation Urn

Traditionally as part of a cremation service, ashes are placed in an urn and then given to loved ones so that they may do as they wish with them. Not only is it a beautiful way to send somebody off from the physical world, but it’s also personal. T...

5 Tips on How to Find Affordable Cremation Services in Melbourne

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3 Tips to Find a Low Cost Cremation Package

3 Tips to Find the Low Cost Cremation Package

With so many options available for carrying out somebody’s final farewell, it is only natural that you may be wondering how to find the best cremation package for your needs There are many advantages to going with a cremation, including the simpl...

Top 7 Reasons to Pre-Plan Your Funeral in Melbourne

While it’s not something a lot of people consider during the course of their lives, a funeral is something that is mostly inevitable. At some point when you pass away, chances are that you will be either buried or cremated. While this can be dealt ...

5 Tips for Choosing the Right Cremation Services

When a loved one passes away, there is no doubt that it can be a difficult period for family and friends. While it is both natural and necessary to grieve, if you have not pre-planned a funeral, you will need to begin making the arrangements during t...

How to Arrange a Funeral in Australia?

Funeral planning is often something that is put off until a loved one passes away. When confronted with the need to find out how to arrange a funeral, most people are already engaged in the process of grieving—which understandably makes it tough to...

Keeping Control of Your Funeral Spend

There are approximately 158,000 deaths in Australia each year with a corresponding need for a similar number of funeral services to be arranged and conducted. This need is serviced by a myriad of competitive funeral company brands in the Australian...

What's the Average Cost of a Funeral in Australia?

Most of us pay little attention to planning a funeral until we are faced with the death of a loved one. It is a cruel irony that, at this time of need, most of us are too consumed with grief to fully concentrate on the many decisions that must to b...

How Much Does It Cost To Be Cremated in Australia?

For thousands of years across numerous cultures and religions, cremation has been the standard method of carrying out the final disposition of a deceased person. Cremation is proving to be a cost-effective option for families and an environmentally s...

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