Burial Services
At Inner West Funerals, we understand that each farewell reflects the unique life it celebrates. We offer a range of burial options to accommodate different preferences and needs, ensuring that each service honours the individual in a meaningful way. Whether you prefer a simple, direct approach or a more traditional service, our offerings are designed with respect and dignity.
Direct Burial
Direct burials offer a straightforward and dignified choice for families who prefer a simple and private farewell. This option involves the burial of the deceased without any attendees, allowing families to remember their loved one in a personal and private manner. It’s a respectful choice that appeals to those seeking a minimalistic approach to farewells.
*IWF offers full-price transparency, empowering families to create meaningful farewells by sourcing everything at wholesale cost and applying a 40% service fee.
From $3573 (incl. GST)
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This fee covers the transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the mortuary on weekdays. Additional charges apply for transfers on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays.
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Mortuary care encompasses nightly storage at $60 per night, preparation of the deceased starting from $200, and a coffin name plate at $20. The duration of the deceased’s stay in the mortuary can range from one night to several weeks, depending on individual circumstances.
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Your funeral director coordinates the transfer, meets with the family to complete paperwork, liaises with external suppliers, registers the death with The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, and conducts the funeral service.
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Prices vary depending on choice of make and model, starting from $187 for a Daisy Box - an environmentally-friendly cardboard coffin.
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As issued by The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages.
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As of July 1, 2024, the NSW government has introduced a new levy for burial.
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We offer full-price transparency, sourcing everything at wholesale cost and applying a 35% service fee.
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Scroll down for more information on burial fees and other available services.
Direct Burial
with Memorial Service
For those who wish to commemorate their loved one with a gathering, we offer the flexibility to pair a direct burial with a memorial service held at a later date. This allows families the time to arrange a personalised tribute that reflects the deceased’s life and legacy, without the constraints of a traditional funeral timeline. This package is valued for combining affordability with the opportunity for a meaningful celebration.
*IWF offers full-price transparency, empowering families to create meaningful farewells by sourcing everything at wholesale cost and applying a 40% service fee.
From $5724 (incl. GST)
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This fee covers the transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the mortuary on weekdays. Additional charges apply for transfers on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays.
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Mortuary care encompasses nightly storage at $60 per night, preparation of the deceased starting from $200, and a coffin name plate at $20. The duration of the deceased’s stay in the mortuary can range from one night to several weeks, depending on individual circumstances.
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Your funeral director coordinates the transfer, meets with the family to complete paperwork, liaises with external suppliers, registers the death with The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, and conducts the funeral service.
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A professional celebrant plays a key role in the funeral process. They meet with the family, learn about the deceased's life and loves, and create a personalised funeral ceremony, delivered on the day. This typically involves 10-12 hours of work, helping the family and community to honour and celebrate their loved one, mourn their loss, and begin the healing process. This is an optional service.
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Prices vary depending on choice of make and model, starting from $187 for a Daisy Box - an environmentally-friendly cardboard coffin.
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As issued by The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages.
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As of July 1, 2024, the NSW government has introduced a new levy for burial.
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The number of funeral staff on the day varies based on the venue's needs and expected attendance. The price is for one staff member for 2 hours.
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We offer full-price transparency, sourcing everything at wholesale cost and applying a 35% service fee.
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Scroll down for more information on burial fees and services, such as a viewing, flowers, order of service, eulogy writing, photo and video tribute, live-streaming, newspaper notices, and catering.
Funeral Service
& Graveside Burial
Traditionally, funerals often commence in a church or chapel, followed by a graveside service where mourners gather for last words, prayers, or rituals, providing a personal and intimate closure to the funeral proceedings. While less common today, burials remain a significant choice for many families. Alternatively, some choose to hold the entire service at the graveside, without any prior ceremony, allowing for a focused and deeply personal farewell right at the burial site.
*IWF offers full-price transparency, empowering families to create meaningful farewells by sourcing everything at wholesale cost and applying a 40% service fee.
From $7357 (incl. GST)
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This fee covers the transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the mortuary on weekdays. Additional charges apply for transfers on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays.
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Mortuary care encompasses nightly storage at $60 per night, preparation of the deceased starting from $200, and a coffin name plate at $20. The duration of the deceased’s stay in the mortuary can range from one night to several weeks, depending on individual circumstances.
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Your funeral director coordinates the transfer, meets with the family to complete paperwork, liaises with external suppliers, registers the death with The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, and conducts the funeral service.
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A professional celebrant plays a key role in the funeral process. They meet with the family, learn about the deceased's life and loves, and create a personalised funeral ceremony, delivered on the day. This typically involves 10-12 hours of work, helping the family and community to honour and celebrate their loved one, mourn their loss, and begin the healing process. This is an optional service.
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Prices vary depending on choice of make and model, starting from $187 for a Daisy Box - an environmentally-friendly cardboard coffin.
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As issued by The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages.
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As of July 1, 2024, the NSW government has introduced a new levy for burial.
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Choose from a variety of hearses, ranging from vintage Mercedes to modern models.
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This is the minimum cost for a service venue. Venues can vary widely, including options such as a surf club, community centre, park, family home, place of worship, or a cemetery or crematorium chapel.
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The number of funeral staff on the day varies based on the venue's needs and expected attendance. The price is for one staff member for 2 hours.
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We offer full-price transparency, sourcing everything at wholesale cost and applying a 35% service fee.
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Scroll down for more information on burial fees and services, such as a viewing, flowers, order of service, eulogy writing, photo and video tribute, live-streaming, newspaper notices, and catering.
Additional Services
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This fee covers the opening and closing of the grave. It is usually a direct payment made by the family to the cemetery, representing the base cost for these essential services.
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Families typically engage directly with cemeteries to purchase burial plots. The cost can vary significantly based on location and specific cemetery regulations.
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Walawaani Way, located in Bodalla on the NSW South Coast, is Australia’s first natural burial ground. This conservation site offers a serene and environmentally respectful resting place, allowing for a natural return to the earth amidst tranquil surroundings.
There are a number of inclusions in this early bird offer. Please contact Olivia for more information.
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Includes one night's stay at the mortuary, basic preparation of the body, viewing room hire, and an additional transfer fee from the mortuary to the crematorium.
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This is a general minimum cost for a service venue. Venues can vary widely, including options such as a surf club, community centre, park, family home, place of worship, or a cemetery or crematorium chapel.
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A simple sheath to be placed on top of the coffin, floral arrangements, or single-stem flowers generally start at $150. Coffin splashes and floral tributes, such as wreaths, tend to start at $440.
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Options include black and white or colour booklets with multiple pages, custom-designed to reflect the unique life and personality of the deceased. These booklets can feature photos, hymns, poems, and other personal touches to create a meaningful keepsake for attendees.
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Our professional designers create tribute slideshows with music, curating all photos, videos, and music into a beautiful presentation for the ceremony.
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Professional live streaming provides a high-quality experience for family and friends to participate remotely. It includes discreetly capturing important moments with high-quality cameras and microphones. A recording is available for later viewing and can be downloaded as a keepsake.
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Includes both funeral and death notices, available in digital and print formats. Notices can be submitted to newspapers of the family’s choice.
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For religious ceremonies, a member of the clergy will replace the celebrant.
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Prices vary based on a per-head basis. Some venues have in-house caterers, while IWF offers a range of professional catering companies for venues that don't.
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A home vigil allows families to keep their loved one at home, providing a peaceful, familiar setting for saying goodbye. This service includes a refrigerated cooling plate placed underneath the deceased, ensuring a respectful and serene environment for final moments together.
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An end-of-life doula provides non-medical emotional, social, and spiritual support to the dying and their loved ones. They facilitate conversations about death and loss, provide company when the family needs breaks, and help set up community support systems. Typically priced at an hourly rate, situation-dependent.