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We understand that dealing with the practicalities of death can seem overwhelming and complicated. It's common to have some questions. That's why we have written these simple guides, minus the legal jargon.

Adelaide Crematoriums
Rachel HechtmanRachel Hechtman
2 MIN READ
Adelaide Crematoriums

Arranging a cremation in Adelaide need not be complicated. Read on for all the details.

A moment of silence: What’s it all about?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
A moment of silence: What’s it all about?

We’ve all respectfully stood for a moment (or minute) of silence. But how many of us actually know where this tradition comes from?

How to Explain Death to your Kids
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
How to Explain Death to your Kids

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.

Death can change families. Here’s how.
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Death can change families. Here’s how.

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

What is Aquamation?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
What is Aquamation?

A deep dive into an aquatic alternative to more traditional cremation methods.

Dealing with Multiple Losses; at once, or cumulatively
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Dealing with Multiple Losses; at once, or cumulatively

There aren’t many things harder than losing someone you love… Except when you lose multiple people at once, or cumulatively. Here are our recommendations for dealing with cumulative grief.

Telling People Your Loved One has Died
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Telling People Your Loved One has Died

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.

Defence Force and Veterans’ Funerals: A Guide
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
Defence Force and Veterans’ Funerals: A Guide

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.

Insurance Explainer: What's the Difference?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
Insurance Explainer: What's the Difference?

Confused about life insurance and what it covers? Here you have it – the four most common kinds of life insurance, explained.

Muslim Funeral Traditions: A Guide
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Muslim Funeral Traditions: A Guide

Heading to a Muslim funeral, but not sure what to expect? We’ve created a comprehensive list of Muslim funeral traditions so you’ll feel in-the-know when you enter the prayer room.

What to Bring to a Funeral
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
What to Bring to a Funeral

A guide on what to bring when you don’t know what to bring (Hint: It’s not a box of ‘Favourites’).

Lessons on Leading a Good Life from the Obituary Pages
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Lessons on Leading a Good Life from the Obituary Pages

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.