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Funerals guides.
Practical answers to the questions families often ask. Written by Willed’s specialists, no legal jargon.
- What to do When Someone Dies: Step-By-Step
We look at what to do when someone dies, including registering the death and taking care of the Will.
Dave Kaplan - How to Preplan Your Funeral in Australia
Learn how to preplan your funeral in Australia with this complete guide for prearranging your funeral in 2021.
Ariella Birnbaum - Embalming in Australia
Embalming in Australia is a popular way to preserve a body for a funeral with an open casket.
Dave Kaplan - How to choose a coffin for you or a loved one
In this article, we go through how to choose a coffin, the major differences between a coffin and a casket and more.
Dave Kaplan - The Complete Guide to Cremation (updated)
Cremation after death is an option that more and more Australians are choosing. Many people wonder about the cremation process. In this guide, we answer all your questions and more.
Dave Kaplan - Traditional Funerals in Australia
Traditional funerals are a common funeral type in Australia. To learn if it’s the right fit for you.
Dave Kaplan - How to Plan a Funeral for a Loved One
Learn how to plan a funeral for a loved one so you can rest assured that everything is taken care of properly.
Ariella Birnbaum - A Guide to Green Funerals
If you’ve ever come across the term Green Funeral and scratched your head in wonder, then read on…
Ariella Birnbaum - Funeral Songs: How to Choose Memorial or Funeral Songs
Funeral songs come in various categories, genres and moods. Here’s a list of popular funeral songs to help. Keep reading to learn more.
Ariella Birnbaum - 3 Ways to Reuse Funeral Flowers After a Funeral Service
We’ve put together a list of three unique ways you can reuse funeral flowers after a funeral. Keep reading to learn more.
Willed - What is a Celebration of Life service?
In recent times, many Australians have turned to Celebration of Life services as a meaningful, yet less sombre way of saying goodbye to loved ones. Read on to learn about these types of services and how they differ to traditional funerals and memorial services.
Rachel Hechtman - Open or Closed Casket Funeral Service: What's the difference?
Deciding to have an open or closed casket funeral service. Here we break down the pros and cons of each to help you make the best choice for your loved one.
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