Resource Platform
Our Funeral and Planning Ahead Resource Centre is designed to provide you with a range of Blogs to help you prepare for the journey ahead.

Water Cremation With Hills Family Funerals
Water cremation offers a gentle and environmentally conscious alternative to traditional cremation, using water and alkali to support a more sustainable farewell.

Natural Burials with Hills Family Funerals
Natural burials offer families a simple and environmentally conscious way to say goodbye, using biodegradable materials and practices designed to preserve the surrounding landscape.

Essential Documents to Keep Safe When Arranging a Funeral
Organising important documents and records in advance can make funeral arrangements and financial matters easier for your loved ones, while helping reduce confusion during an already difficult time.

Guiding Your Family Through the First Steps of Funeral Planning
The first steps of funeral planning can feel overwhelming, but knowing who to contact, what information to gather and how family can be involved can make the process feel more manageable.

How to Write a Heartfelt Eulogy
Writing a eulogy is an opportunity to reflect on a loved one’s life, share meaningful memories and create a personal tribute to who they were.

Grief: The Counterpart to Love
Grief and love are deeply connected. Dr Alan Wolfelt reflects on mourning as a natural response to losing someone or something we deeply value, helping us better understand why grief can feel so powerful and why it is such a necessary part of loss.

Understanding Funeral Traditions Across Cultures
Explore how different cultural and religious traditions shape funeral customs, rituals, mourning practices and ways of honouring the deceased.

Memorial Ideas to Celebrate a Life Well Lived
Remembering someone special can continue beyond the funeral. Simple tributes like planting a tree, keeping treasured items or sharing family stories can help preserve their memory.

Interstate Funeral Regulations in Australia: What You Need to Know
Interstate funeral arrangements can involve transport, permits and different state requirements. Understanding the process can help families plan with greater clarity and avoid unnecessary delays.

How to Support a Grieving Loved One: Practical Tips and Common Mistakes to Avoid
Supporting someone through grief can be difficult. Simple acts of patience, presence and practical help can offer comfort while avoiding common mistakes that may unintentionally make things harder.

Personalisation – Every Life Tells a Story
Personalising a funeral can help create a meaningful tribute that reflects a loved one’s life, values and personality through music, readings, symbols and other thoughtful choices.

Eco-Friendly Funeral Options: A Guide to Sustainable Farewells
Eco-friendly funeral options can offer a meaningful way to honour a loved one while reducing environmental impact, from green burials and biodegradable caskets to natural memorials.
















