Plan a funeral in Port Macquarie

Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide calm, practical guidance whenever you need us.

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What do I do when someone dies?

We're deeply sorry for your loss. In those first moments, it can be hard to know where to turn.

If your loved one has passed away at home, a doctor will need to confirm the death. If they were in a hospital or aged care facility, the staff there will help guide your next steps. Emergency services can also assist if they're present.

Once that's taken care of, you can reach our Port Macquarie team at any time – day or night. We'll walk you through what happens next in plain, straightforward terms and arrange to bring your loved one into our care.

How we help

Religious & cultural funerals

We are experienced in arranging services that reflect a wide range of beliefs, traditions and cultural backgrounds.

Viewings

Spend time with your loved one in a private, respectful setting before the service. We can help arrange a viewing for close family and friends.

Burial or cremation

We’ll help you make arrangements and take care of the necessary paperwork, including working with local cemeteries and crematoria.

Receptions & gatherings

Bring family and friends together to honour your loved one. We can support with venue selection, catering and hosting.

Video memorials

Compile your favourite photos, videos and stories of your loved one to play at the service or reception.

Funeral live-streaming

Include those who can’t attend in person with live-streaming and recording options.

Repatriation

If your loved one needs to be transported within Australia or overseas, we can help manage the arrangements with care.

What to expect when planning a funeral

From the moment you reach out, we’re here to help through it all. We’ll help you understand what’s needed and handle the details – big and small. 

Before the funeral

There’s a lot to organise, but you’re not expected to know it all. We’ll guide you through each decision with calm, practical support.

Viewing

If you'd like a viewing, we’ll prepare your loved one with care and create a quiet space for you to say goodbye in your own time.

During the funeral

The service is your chance to gather, reflect and honour your loved one. We’ll make sure everything runs smoothly on the day.

Arrival

We’ll coordinate arrival times, transport and ensure everything’s in place before guests arrive.

Pallbearing

If you’d like family or friends to be pallbearers, we’ll support them and explain what to expect.

Ceremony

We’ll help plan the order of service, music, readings and more, so the ceremony reflects your loved one’s story.

Eulogy

Need help writing or preparing a eulogy? We can help shape the words or offer guidance if you’re unsure.

Burial or cremation

We’ll take care of bookings and paperwork, and guide you through every step on the day.

After the funeral

Our support doesn’t end at the service. We’ll help with receptions, thank you stationery, grief resources and anything else you might need.

Reception

We can organise catering, venue hire or simply make space to bring everyone together afterwards.

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Honouring all faiths, cultures and traditions

Port Macquarie is home to a wonderfully diverse community. Whatever your background, beliefs or traditions, we'll help you plan a service that reflects what matters most to your family.

Trusted by Port Macquarie families

Everything was handled very professionally.

The 3 of us didn't have a clue as to what we had to do or organise, but everything flowed beautifully beforehand & on the day of the funeral. Ashleigh Bennett did a wonderful job.

Kerry W. November 2025

Very compassionate and understanding team.

James G. August 2025

Gemma was amazing. Her personality was calming and easy to deal with at a difficult time.

Thank you again Gemma 10/10 for customer service.

Adam J. October 2025

Frequently asked questions

We’ve supported families across Port Macquarie for decades. Here are some of the questions we’re most often asked when arranging a funeral.

Hastings District funeral director
Hastings District funeral director
Hastings District funeral director
Hastings District funeral director
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Speak to a Hastings funeral director

You can contact us any time, day or night.
We’re here to provide calm, practical support when you need it most.