We are all very aware of how complicated, never-ending and potentially dangerous the internet can be. But what we can quickly forget is how incredibly amazing and generous the people of the internet community can be....
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At some point we all need to sit down and write a sympathy note. Many of us have probably done so already. To try and make it a little bit easier, I've put together just a few tips that you can use when writing a...
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For us, bereavement in the media is something that we would like to see more of because it's an important step towards normalisation. So when SBS Insight aired an episode last week appropriately titled 'The Grand...
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Like us, many of you are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest (and others!). These networks are great for keeping in touch with family and friends, especially those we don't get to see so often. We also love...
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Losing a loved one is difficult. So when you also have to help your children through the loss, it can feel overwhelming.
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From 2014 and right through to 2018, as part of the Ryde Remembers program, a number of projects and events are held as recommended by the Centenary of ANZAC and Commemoration of WW1 Committee. The first calendar event...
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In this blog post I thought I would cover a topic that relates to the professional community that we as funeral directors work with. It’s essential that our community and network shares and educate one another on best...
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There are many different ways we have found overtime to honour the memory of the deceased. Commonly, we honour them through memorials, engravings and shrines, however there are many wonderful and weird ways people have...
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Preparing a eulogy during the planning of a funeral is one of the hardest things most of us will have to do. It takes a lot of time and with a million other things on our minds, it's not always easy to find a quiet...
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