Cultural & Religious Funerals in SEQ
At Newhaven Funerals, we recognise that each culture and religion has its own meaningful customs and rituals when it comes to saying goodbye. We are dedicated to providing funeral services that respect and reflect the unique traditions of each family, ensuring that every farewell is carried out with reverence and authenticity. Our team works closely with religious and cultural leaders to uphold these practices. Below are some of the key groups we frequently serve:
Our Services

Buddhist
We offer traditional Buddhist funeral services, including ceremonial chanting, incense offerings, and other important rites that allow families to honour their loved ones in accordance with Buddhist funeral traditions.
Korean
Our services for Korean families reflect the traditional “jesa” ceremony, which involves family gatherings and specific rituals that are important in honouring and remembering loved ones within the Korean funeral tradition.
Māori
We accommodate traditional Māori funeral rites, including the tangi ceremony, guidance from kaumātua, and rituals such as karakia (prayers) and pātea (chants), ensuring a respectful farewell in line with Māori funeral customs.
Indonesian
Indonesian funeral rites vary depending on culture and religion. We assist families with services that reflect the diversity of the Indonesian funeral community, whether through Christian, Islamic, or other traditional practices.
Chinese
For Chinese families, we facilitate funerals rooted in ancient traditions, encouraging the use of ancestral tablets, the burning of offerings, and other meaningful customs that help celebrate the life of the deceased and pay respects to their ancestors during the Chinese funeral process.
Arabic & Middle Eastern
We offer respectful and comprehensive funeral services for Arabic and Middle Eastern families, ensuring adherence to Islamic burial traditions, including swift burial, prayer, and other customs that provide comfort during this difficult time.
Vietnamese
We are well-versed in Vietnamese funeral practices, including the three-day memorial service, ancestor offerings, and other rites that hold deep cultural significance for families during their mourning period, offering respectful Vietnamese funeral services.
Personalised & Compassionate Care
In addition to our cultural and religious services, we offer a variety of options to make the funeral service as personalised as possible. From the choice of flowers and music to arranging for meaningful tributes, we are here to ensure that every detail is taken care of, allowing families to focus on what matters most – remembering and honouring their loved one.
Our dedicated team at Newhaven Funerals is here to guide you through the entire process, providing support and expertise at every step. Whether you are planning in advance or need immediate assistance, we are available 24/7 to offer help and understanding during this difficult time.


