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Blogs

Funeral planning
5 mins

Can you use GoFundMe for funeral expenses?

This guide explains how to set up a GoFundMe campaign for donations to help with funeral expenses.

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Grief and bereavement
4 mins

Time is not a guarantee': Navigating life as a widowed mum

Bare’s grief and bereavement specialist Claire reflects on life as a widowed mum, after the sudden loss of her husband.

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Grief and bereavement
4 mins

What to expect after a loved one dies

It's hard to know what to expect after the death of a loved one, because grief can present differently for everyone. Insights from our community.

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Funeral planning
4 mins

What is a funeral viewing? Pros and cons of planning a viewing

A funeral viewing is an opportunity for mourners to view a deceased loved one’s body for the last time. What you should know about funeral viewings.

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Funeral planning
6 mins

Scattering ashes ideas after a cremation

We asked Aussies for their scattering ashes ideas and here's what they said. Traditional and unconventional ashes scattering inspiration.

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Grief and bereavement
4 mins

How to help someone who is grieving

Knowing how to help someone who is grieving can be difficult because everybody grieves differently. How to support a friend who is grieving.

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We’ve had the privilege of serving 50,000+ Australian families.

Every week, hundreds of families let us into their lives, sharing stories of their loved one, and entrusting us with their goodbye. Here are some of their stories.

We’re also Australia’s most awarded funeral provider.