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We are so proud and honored to offer the use of our beautiful new chapel to families in our care. Available for Funeral Services, Memorial Services and Celebrations of Life. Call 3807 4444 with all enquiries

What is the future of cemeteries?

I’ve just finished reading a very interesting article from ABCNews Journalist Dinah Lewis Boucher , that I wanted to share with you.

New funeral regulation means better price transparency

Planning a funeral for yourself or a loved one is set to become easier for Queenslanders with the Palaszczuk Government introducing stronger consumer protections to ensure better price transparency in the funeral industry. Funeral directors will be subject to the new rules from 1 July 2022. “Organising a funeral is an extremely emotional time and […]

COVID Cases Surge: Time to organise Legal Affairs

Burning Candles On Dark Background — Newhaven Funerals in Brisbane

I recently came across a great article written by our friends at Attwood Marshall Lawyers, it concerns an area that we don’t often think about when reading or hearing on the news, the loss of loved ones that are related to the covid pandemic.  I felt it was worthy of sharing some of the article […]

Study finds grief over pet loss not taken seriously

Pet Memorial Stone — Newhaven Funerals in Brisbane

We sometimes dismiss the importance pets have in our lives and also the grief felt by people especially seniors, when a beloved pet passes on. Grief can impact every aspect of our lives and we at Newhaven Funerals see that grief first hand everyday, which is why when I first read the following article it […]

Do you need a funeral director?

Tim Connolly — Funeral Director

Many people are surprised to learn that there is no law that says the services of a funeral director need to be employed in order to lay the deceased to rest.

What do people really want from a funeral director?

Arranging a funeral for a loved one can be a stressful time. There is a lot to think about, from arranging death certificates to planning the service, choosing a coffin or urn and selecting a memorial. All this needs to be done at short notice while under immense emotional distress, which only makes things more […]

How to plan a funeral during lockdown

With lock down restrictions already in place in South East Queensland and the likelihood of extension on the horizon, this article will help you navigate your options at an already difficult and emotional time. Restrictions in place stipulate that only 10 people including the celebrant and the funeral directors are allowed to attend any funeral […]

How technology has changed funerals

  Technology is constantly changing the way we live our lives. From how we stay in touch to the way we shop, modern technology allows these experiences to be faster, easier, and more accessible. But it’s not just how we live that has been shaped by technology. How we say goodbye to our loved ones […]

What to do when someone dies

When someone passes away, it can be a traumatic and overwhelming experience even if the situation doesn’t come as a shock and is expected. Most people are not experienced in this area, and many questions will arise on what to do and in what order. If you have the knowledge in place, you will be […]