How to get financial help for funeral costs
Everyone deserves a proper farewell, but with funerals typically costing anywhere between $4,000 and $15,000, working out how to pay for it can cause a lot of stress in an already difficult time. Thankfully, if you’re struggling to find the funds, there are lots of options available for Australians seeking financial help for funeral costs. […]
Cremation necklaces, glass urns, and other memorial keepsakes
After losing a loved one, there are many decisions that you’ll need to make about how best to honour them. Once you’ve decided to cremate, the next most important decision is what to do with a loved one’s ashes. Thankfully, there are many creative options for keeping your loved one close to your heart. From […]
FUNERAL CUSTOMS: WHAT YOUR NEED TO KNOW WHEN ATTENDING FUNERALS FROM A DIFFERENT CULTURE
When attending a funeral, it’s important to show respect and follow the customs and traditions of the service being held. But in today’s multicultural society this can be difficult. Because people are commonly attending funerals from other cultures, they may not always know what to expect, how to act and what to wear. However, this […]
Condolence messages: tips for passing on your sympathies
When a friend, family member, or someone you know loses a loved one, passing on your condolences helps show them your care and are there to provide support during this difficult time. But with so many ways to connect and communicate with people these days, it can be very confusing about the best way to […]
COVID-19
Logan Funerals response to COVID-19 A message to our clients The health and wellbeing of our staff and our customers is of paramount importance to our company. Although we do not believe there is any reason to panic, it’s clear that the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is spreading globally, especially over the past months. It’s important that […]
Everything you need to know about cremation and scattering ashes
Burial vs cremation: it’s one of the biggest decisions you will have to make when planning your funeral. While burial has long been thought of as the more traditional option, more than half of Queensland families are now going with a cremation. This isn’t surprising, since cremation is not only likely to be more affordable, […]
A guide to creating your funeral playlist
Music plays two important roles in any funeral. Firstly, memorial songs offer a way to celebrate the life of your loved one, expressing feelings that are hard to put into words. Secondly, your funeral music breaks up the spoken tributes in your service, giving everyone a moment to pause and think about all the special […]
How much does a funeral cost?
Dealing with loss and grief is difficult enough without the added stress of working out how to cover the cost of a funeral. With even basic funeral packages starting at around $4,000, juggling these (often un-planned for) expenses can feel overwhelming. You may also be trying to balance any last wishes, or family expectations, with […]
Cremation FAQs
Despite its growing popularity there are still a number of questions surrounding cremation.
What clothing to wear to a funeral | Video
Attending a funeral and unsure of the appropriate clothes to wear? Watch our helpful video.
Funeral Etiquette Tips | Video
Many questions arise when you are attending a funeral for the first time such as what time to arrive? Or do you bring a gift? Watch our helpful video that answers many common questions.
Writing a Eulogy | Video
Writing the life story of a loved one is a great honour. It can be nerve racking preparing and presenting a eulogy. Watch our helpful video to ensure you are prepared.
Funeral Planning | Video
We understand the difficulty in organising a funeral for a loved one, so we have prepared funeral planning How Tos. Watch our helpful video with useful tips.
Creating a Funeral Tribute Video | Video
A great way to honour your loved one is by creating a funeral tribute video to play during or after the service. Watch our helpful video with useful tips.
Writing a Condolence Message | Video
Creating a tribute video for your loved one? Unsure of where to begin? Watch our helpful video.
What is Grief and Loss?
Grief is the natural and normal reaction to loss. There are many types of losses that we experience in our lives and we do not need to go through it alone.
What Should I Wear to a Funeral?
Black is the colour most people associate with funeral clothing. Discover ideas of what to wear to a funeral service.
Funeral Etiquette Tips: What you need to know
We often don’t know what to expect when attending a funeral, both during and after the service. Learn about etiquette tips.
Using Laughter in Grief
There is nothing funny about death, but laughter can assist with healing in times of grief.
How to create a funeral tribute video
Funeral tribute videos are a great way to share the memories and milestones that were important to your loved one.
Top 8 Tips for Eulogy Writing
Being asked to write a eulogy is a great honour. Learn how to write the life story for your loved one.
Funeral Poems and Readings
Meaningful poetry, memorable quotations, favourite song lyrics or comforting scripture are all appropriate choices for a funeral service.
How do I Avoid an Expensive Funeral?
The cost of a funeral depends on the sort of event you want to create. It is possible to plan a special celebration, without breaking the bank.
How Do I Plan a Funeral?
When it comes to planning a funeral, many people feel unsure of where to begin. We can help in the time of unknown.