Cremations in Australia | Your Guide to Cremation Services, Costs & Planning
Cremation is now the most popular funeral choice in Australia, offering a simple, flexible, and affordable alternative to traditional burial. Whether you’re planning ahead or arranging a cremation for a loved one, it’s important to understand your options.
At eziFunerals, we’re here to help you compare cremation services, understand costs, and make informed choices — all in one place.
Why More Australians Are Choosing Cremation
Cremation has grown in popularity for several reasons:
- More affordable than burial
- Greater flexibility for memorial planning
- Environmental considerations with fewer resources used
- Suitable for religious and non-religious families
- Easier to manage in regional and urban areas
From direct cremation to personalised memorials, cremation offers many ways to honour a life.
Types of Cremation Services in Australia
1. Direct Cremation (No Service)
- No formal ceremony or viewing
- The body is cremated, and ashes are returned to the family
- Most affordable cremation option
- Ideal for families planning a private farewell or scattering later
2. Cremation with a Service
- Includes a funeral or memorial prior to cremation
- Can be held in a chapel, funeral home, or location of your choice
- Customisable with music, readings, eulogies, and flowers
3. Memorial Service After Cremation
- Ashes are present, but the body is not
- More flexibility in terms of date, location, and style
- Can take place at home, a park, beach, or community hall
Average Cremation Costs in Australia
Cremation prices vary based on location, provider, and the type of service. Compare quotes with eziFunerals to avoid overpaying and find a service that suits your budget.
What’s Included in a Cremation?
A typical cremation service may include:
- Funeral director fees
- Transfer of the deceased
- Storage and preparation
- Basic coffin or casket
- Crematorium fees
- Death registration
- Return of ashes in a basic urn
- Optional ceremony or celebrant
Use our funeral quote tool to see what’s included by each provider.
What Happens During a Cremation?
- The deceased is respectfully prepared and placed in a cremation-approved coffin.
- The cremation takes place at a licensed crematorium.
- Ashes are collected and returned in an urn or temporary container.
- The family may choose to keep, scatter, or inter the ashes.
In Australia, cremation is regulated under state laws to ensure dignity and compliance.
Popular Cremation Choices Across Australia
eziFunerals connects you with cremation services in all major cities and regions, including:
- Sydney, NSW
- Melbourne, VIC
- Brisbane & Gold Coast, QLD
- Perth, WA
- Adelaide, SA
- Hobart, TAS
- Canberra, ACT
- Regional centres and rural areas
Our platform helps you compare local cremation providers quickly and easily.
What Can You Do with the Ashes?
Families can choose to:
- Keep ashes at home in a decorative urn
- Scatter in a meaningful location (check local regulations)
- Bury in a cemetery or memorial garden
- Divide ashes among family members in keepsake urns or jewellery
- Use biodegradable urns for sea or forest memorials
Can I Prepay for a Cremation?
Yes — prepaid cremation plans offer peace of mind and protect against rising costs. With eziFunerals, you can:
- Lock in today’s prices
- Choose your cremation provider
- Document your wishes
- Reduce the emotional burden on your family
Start your prepaid funeral plan now
Why Use eziFunerals for Cremation Services?
- Independent and transparent — we’re not owned by any funeral company
- Compare cremation providers and get no-obligation quotes
- Plan online, 24/7, at your own pace
- Access tools and checklists to stay organised
- Avoid overspending by making informed choices
We help families find the right service, at the right price, without pressure or upselling.
Get Started Today
Whether you’re planning ahead or need help now, eziFunerals makes cremation planning easier, more affordable, and more personal.
Ready to compare cremation services?
- Request a quote
- Plan your cremation today
- Or call 1300 236 402 for guidance
eziFunerals — Helping Australians plan respectful, affordable cremations.