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At Tomorrow Funerals, our simple cremation & memorial package works well for folks looking to plan a living wake. Recently Nine Honey told the story of James and Di who, together with Tomorrow, planned an incredible ‘party of a lifetime’ following James terminal cancer diagnosis. The event (sometimes referred to as a living funeral) was […]

Recently at Tomorrow, we were lucky enough to cross paths with Melbourne based End-of-Life Doula or Melbourne Death Doula, Maria Lazovic.  An End-of-Life Doula, sometimes referred to as a “Death Doula” or “Deathwalker” is a professional who provides non-medical support and guidance to individuals and their families during the dying process.  They offer emotional support, […]

Welcome to the Tomorrow newsletter We’ve had some wonderful feedback on this regular post and hope you find this edition of our Newsletter Autumn/Winter interesting and helpful. If you’d like to revisit past issues, click on Spring/Summer ’23 or Autumn ’23 or Winter ’23. End of life wishes The concept of ‘getting your affairs in order’ […]

Body + Soul Magazine recently asked Kate Morgan of independent funeral business, Tomorrow to offer her thoughts on navigating grief at Mother’s Day. The article was published in both Herald Sun and The Sunday Telegraph and other leading Australian papers. At Tomorrow, Kate is passionate about her work disrupting the traditional and outdated funeral industry. […]

The Urn Collective is an independent Australian business founded by funeral celebrants, Oliver Thomson and Yasemin Trollope, who are passionate about sourcing the most beautiful urns from around the world for ashes and keepsake jewellery. ​​​From bespoke ceramic adult urns to beautiful jewellery pieces that have a tiny compartment for cremation ashes, the online store […]

Servicing all areas of Melbourne, Tomorrow Funerals is the only Melbourne funeral business to concentrate exclusively on memorial services. This means we specialise in ‘celebrations of life’ and focus on doing funerals differently. At Tomorrow, we have a simple yet highly flexible transparent funeral package which includes a premium cremation, followed by a memorial-style ceremony. […]

Servicing all areas of Metropolitan Melbourne, Tomorrow Funerals is the only Melbourne funeral business to concentrate exclusively on memorial services. Learn why a Memorial at The Mercure Melbourne Doncaster could be just the right fit to honour someone who has died. This means we specialise in ‘Celebrations of Life,’ which starts with a premium cremation […]

At Tomorrow Funerals, we often get asked how funeral expenses can be deducted from the estate of the deceased person. Planning a funeral is not something we do every day and it can be an overwhelming task. On top of all the difficult emotions, there are so many choices. Decisions about the type or style […]

If you’re planning a funeral in Melbourne, an amazing celebrant is going to make a big difference to your event. At Tomorrow Funerals we specialise in very personal celebrations of life. Today we will profile Melbourne’s best funeral celebrants. To us, the role of a great funeral celebrant cannot be understated. As well as offering […]

‘The Age’ profiling new Australian funeral business Tomorrow Funerals in the news. With a brand new funeral concept being offered in Melbourne, Sydney and in other cities around Australia, the team at Tomorrow Funerals are pleased they are being noticed! . The Melbourne based funeral home offers a modern & simple package that allows family […]

At Tomorrow Funerals our focus is on ‘celebrations of life.’ That’s why our celebrant partners are so important to us. Today we talk to our featured funeral celebrant – Sandra Jason. As a Melbourne Funeral Celebrant, Sandra Jason is in demand and after working with her, we’ve come to understand why. Sandra has a unique […]

Tomorrow Funerals is a different kind of funeral home – the only Sydney funeral business to focus exclusively on modern cremation and memorial style funerals. Today we discuss how Tomorrow Funerals are bringing a modern approach to Sydney memorials. We exist because we believe there is a better way to celebrate life than what is […]

Welcome Welcome to our 3-monthly newsletter, Newsletter – Spring/Summer ’23. We’ve had lots of positive feedback on this regular post. We hope you find it interesting and helpful. If you’d like to revisit past issues, click on Winter or Autumn. Festive Season We understand that approaching the festive and holiday season, after the death of […]

Experiencing the death of a much loved partner, family member or close friend is undoubtedly one of life’s most challenging experiences. Today we explore the deeply personal question, should I view my loved one after death? Whilst in the early stages of this loss, there will be many important decisions to be made, quite quickly. […]

At Tomorrow Funerals, we specialise in creating beautiful memorial services in life-filled event spaces – NOT, in traditional settings like funeral homes or chapels. Today we will discuss funeral live streaming services in Melbourne as well as our recommendations of premium companies to use. Livestreaming the memorial service or funeral, ensures family and friends can […]

At Tomorrow Funerals we feel fortunate to meet many wonderful fellow service providers to the funeral industry. Recently, we came across Koby Lavery and her incredible business Pure Charm. With her husband Tristan, Koby’s business specialises in making keepsake fingerprint jewellery in Melbourne. The pieces are made using the fingerprints (or handwriting) of people who […]

In Melbourne, Sydney and other progressive parts of Australia, a profound shift is occurring in terms of funerals. Traditionally, funerals are solemn affairs, but today more families than ever are keen to approach saying ‘goodbye’, with a celebration of life. Today we will discuss how Melbourne funerals are changing with the times and how you […]

Dealing with the paperwork and admin after someone dies in Australia can be overwhelming, especially if you are also coping with the shock and grief of a death. We’ve created a list of Government bodies & organisations to notify after someone dies and steps to follow. Managing a person’s estate is likely to include the […]

Welcome Welcome to the our Newsletter – Winter ’23. Fellow Melbournian’s, here we are in mid-winter. The nights are freezing, and the days are grey. For those of us experiencing grief, it cannot be an easy time. However, in spite of the cold, hopefully you’re also managing to find a few moments outside, soaking up […]

At Tomorrow Funerals we believe that creating a truly authentic funeral, one that represents your loved one is incredibly important. So, if you’re organising a celebration of life or a non-traditional funeral, here is a list of 9 alternative locations to hold a memorial in Sydney to get you started. If you need further suggestions, don’t hesitate to touch […]

Baby boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964, are widely known for their impact and contribution to modern culture. From the rise of rock and roll to the invention of iconic fashion trends – think bell-bottom pants, tie-dye and hippie culture. Their influence on style and self-expression is unquestionable. Today we will discuss ideas for […]

The question of whether children should be present at a funeral or even a more modern memorial service, is one that many families grapple with when faced with the loss of an important person in their lives. Some people believe that children should be shielded from the sadness of the event. Others argue that including […]

By Kate Morgan ‘Head of Memorials’ In all cultures and throughout history, humans have created ways to formalise the process of saying goodbye and grieve together. From today’s ‘standard’ funeral in a suburban funeral parlour to enchanting smoking ceremonies conducted under a moonlit sky – an energetic procession of dancers following a body headed for […]

Losing a loved person in life, or dealing with a bereavement, is one of the most challenging experiences we can face in life. The grieving process can be different for everyone, and it’s important to seek support and guidance during this difficult time. Dealing with grief and loss in New South Wales If you’re in […]