Reading room · Death

Biting the dust, kicking the bucket, or passing on. No matter how you refer to this thing called death, it’s gonna happen to all of us … we mean, at some point. If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some euphemisms to help you dart around the D-word.

When a loved one passes unexpectedly or in traumatic circumstances, the Coroner may be required to investigate.

A ‘Declaration of Life Extinct form’ (or a ‘Verification of Death form’ in Victoria and New South Wales) is an important part of the death care process. Ahead, discover their purpose and who can complete one.

Preparation for end-of-life is key. Always.

In this guide, we discuss some of the most common causes of sudden death.

Organ and tissue donation doesn’t just save multiple lives. It can also help the donor’s family move forward with their grief. Read on to learn more.

Understanding the death care industry can be confusing, but it’s something everyone will need to navigate at some stage.

There are few things as layered with complexity as the concept of death. Let’s unpack how to best explain it to the little ones in your life.

How does death change families? Sometimes for better, sometimes for worse.

Wondering how to tell people that someone near and dear to you has died? Saying it out loud can be one of the toughest challenges of them all.

If you have lost someone or your loved one is in palliative care, and they previously served in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), know that there is plenty of support and financial assistance available to help you process and navigate this difficult time.

We look at what death can teach us about living a good life, as per the findings of one inquisitive data analyst who scoured the obituary pages for clues.