When someone dies, knowing where to begin can feel overwhelming. This guide walks you through the first steps of organising a memorial service, helping you create something personal, meaningful, and supported.

In this episode of Deadly Serious Conversations, we explore the realities of grief in the workplace and why it’s a conversation we can no longer avoid. Joined by HR consultant Steph Bell, we discuss the challenges of returning to work after loss, the stigma surrounding grief, and how individuals and employers can better support those navigating life after the death of a loved one.

What happens if you don’t have a funeral? Discover the emotional and practical effects, why some families choose no service, and meaningful alternatives to honour a loved one without a traditional ceremony.

Living wakes are a growing trend in funerals, allowing people to say goodbye while still alive. Learn how living wakes work, why they matter, and how they are changing the way we approach funerals in Australia.

A celebrant-led guide to planning a meaningful celebration of life in Melbourne, with ideas, tips and inspiration for funerals and memorials.

Too often, grief is used by others for clicks, likes or sympathy that doesn’t belong to them. It can feel like sensationalising someone’s most vulnerable moments.

This guide outlines grief support resources in Melbourne, including helplines, counselling services and trusted online support for bereavement.

A funeral celebrant reflects on story stewardship, ethics, and the responsibility of holding families’ stories with care, respect, and privacy during times of grief.

When someone speaks at a funeral, it’s almost always because a family has invited them to do so. But have you ever considered, if you had a say, who you would want to speak at your funeral?

In this episode of Deadly Serious Conversations, I’m joined by Lucy Easthope. Lucy has played a vital role in the response to some of the world’s most significant disasters such as 9/11, the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, the 7/7 London bombings, the Manchester Arena attack and most recently, the COVID-19 pandemic to name but a few.

If you’re exploring options for Melbourne funerals, it’s helpful to understand the differences between a funeral and a celebration of life, so you can choose the most fitting farewell for your loved one. Whether you choose a funeral, a celebration of life, or both, what matters most is that the event honours your loved one in a way that feels authentic. Melbourne funerals are evolving, with more families seeking personalised, heartfelt ways to say goodbye.

Navigate the early days of grief with compassion. Learn how Melbourne funerals and caring funeral celebrants can help you honour your loved one with meaning and support.

Learn when it’s time to seek extra help while grieving. This compassionate guide explores signs that you may need more support, the role of funeral celebrants in Melbourne, and where to find grief counselling and community help after funerals in Melbourne.

Planning a wake after a funeral in Melbourne? This guide covers everything you need to know — from choosing venues and catering to creating personal touches — to help you organise a heartfelt and stress-free farewell.

In this episode of Deadly Serious Conversations, I’m joined by Megan Sheldon, a cultural mythologist,  a humanist celebrant and end-of-life doula based in North Vancouver, Canada. Megan has a deep understanding of the power of ceremony and ritual, especially in times of grief and loss.

Funeral directors play a pivotal role in guiding families through one of the most difficult times in their lives. But how do you choose the right one? What should you look for and what can you expect from them?  
This episode offers practical advice and thoughtful discussions on the partnership between families and funeral directors. 

In this episode, we have a wonderful chat about the practicalities and logistics of making it happen, but more importantly, we hear about the deep respect shown to honour one person's final wish to be laid to rest at sea.  It was a true community effort - a coming together of family, funeral professionals and authorities to ensure everything unfolded with care and dignity. 

Clare’s artistry reminds us of how meaningful it is to make space for memory and love. A funeral can take many shapes. It doesn’t need to follow the same format every time. It can be soft or bold, traditional or creative, held inside, outside, by candlelight, or under the sun. What matters most is that it feels true to the person being remembered.