Bushland Shire Funerals Pricing Guide
Prices listed are a guide only
The prices listed below are based on the average cost for each type of service. Julie works with you to provide a funeral service that is dignified and within the budget that you are comfortable with.
Direct Cremation
commonly referred to as 'No Service, No Attendance' (NSNA)
DIRECT CREMATION PRICE (GST incl)
refer below for a transparent breakdown of this amount
Transfer
transferring of the deceased from the place of death to the crematorium. This price is for a weekday transfer; weekend rates apply for transfers on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
Funeral Arranger
the funeral arranger (director) organises the transfer, meeting with the family to complete documentation, coordinating with external suppliers and registering the death with The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages.
Cremation Certificates
two certificates are required to be issued by an authorised medical doctor - the Cremation Risk Advice and the Medical Referee's Cremation Permit.
Death Certificate
as issued by The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages.
Cremation Fee
commercial crematorium approx. 7 days after death (no specific date)
Coffin
basic cardboard or MDF cremation coffin - a legal requirement in NSW.
Picaluna Professional Fee 40%
everything sourced at wholesale rates, then a 40% fee is applied to the wholesale cost of the funeral.
NSW Government Levy
Cremation Levy
Cremation with a Service
A cremation with a service, can either have the coffin present with the cremation taking place following the funeral service, or, the cremation can take place first (NSNA), followed by a memorial service at a later date.
CREMATION WITH A SERVICE (GST incl)
refer below for a transparent breakdown of this amount
Transfer
transferring of the deceased from the place of death to the mortuary. This price is for a weekday transfer; weekend rates apply for transfers on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
Mortuary Care
includes up to 14x nights and basic preparation of the deceased
Funeral Arranger
the funeral arranger (director) organises the transfer, meeting with the family to complete documentation, coordinating with external suppliers and registering the death with The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, conducting the funeral on the day, delivering the ashes back to the family.
Cremation Certificates
two certificates are required to be issued by an authorised medical doctor - the Cremation Risk Advice and the Medical Referee's Cremation Permit.
Death Certificate
as issued by The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages.
Celebrant
if required. A professional celebrant is a part of the funeral process. Meeting with the family and learning the story of the deceased, their life and loves; structuring and crafting a personalised funeral ceremony, delivered on the day.
Staff to Assist with Funeral Service
2x staff members for 2 hours. The number of funeral staff required on the day vary depending on the requirements of the venue, as well as the anticipated number of attendance.
Hearse
A range of hearses from vintage Mercedes to modern Fords are available.
Monday - Friday rate
Cremation Fee
paid to the crematorium.
Venue
varies widely in cost. This cost is approximately the minimum one could expect to pay for a venue. Venues range from a Surf Club, a Community Centre, a Park, a Family home, a place of Worship, through to a Crematorium chapel.
Coffin
price listed is for a Richmond standard MDF coffin; prices vary depending on choice of make and model, starting from $160 for a Daisy Box (cardboard coffin)
Picaluna Professional Fee 40%
everything sourced at wholesale rates, then a 40% fee is applied to the wholesale cost of the funeral.
NSW Government Levy
Cremation Levy
Burial with a Funeral Service
a burial with a service, can be a funeral service followed by the burial graveside service, or, the graveside service can take place first, followed by a memorial service at a later date. This does not include the cost for a burial plot or the opening of a burial plot.
BURIAL WITH A SERVICE (GST incl)
refer below for a transparent breakdown of this amount
Transfer
transferring of the deceased from the place of death to the mortuary. This price is for a weekday transfer; weekend rates apply for transfers on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
Mortuary Care
includes 14x nights and basic preparation of the deceased
Funeral Arranger
the funeral arranger (director) organises the transfer, meeting with the family to complete documentation, coordinating with external suppliers and registering the death with The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, conducting the funeral and burial on the day.
Death Certificate
as issued by The Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages.
Celebrant
if required. A professional celebrant is a part of the funeral process. Meeting with the family and learning the story of the deceased, their life and loves; structuring and crafting a personalised funeral ceremony, delivered on the day.
Staff to Assist with Funeral Service
3x staff members for 2 hours. Funeral staff numbers required on the day, vary depending on the needs of the venue, as well as forecast attendance.
Hearse
A range of hearses from vintage Mercedes to modern Fords are available.
Mon - Fri rates
Venue
varies widely in cost. This cost is approximately the minimum one could expect to pay for a venue. Venues range from a Surf Club, a Community Centre, a Park, a Family home, a place of Worship, through to a Cemetery chapel.
Coffin
price listed is for a Richmond standard MDF coffin; prices vary depending on choice of make and model, starting from $160 for a Daisy Box (cardboard coffin).
Picaluna Professional Fee 40%
everything sourced at wholesale rates, then a 40% fee is applied to the wholesale cost of the funeral.
NSW Government Levy
Burial Levy
Optional Extras for a Funeral Service
Flowers
Order of Service
Professionally Produced Slideshow
Professional Live-Stream and Videography
(if not included at Venue)
Prices in AUD and current at January 2026 * subject to Govt fees & charges
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