Pricing

Tailoring a farewell that fits your budget

We pride ourselves on offering choice to the community when it comes to funerals and commemorative services.

Planning a funeral is a deeply personal process. To help guide you with your decision, we have outlined a few scenarios below. These are available directly through our collection of Nelson Tasman funeral homes. Reach out to have a conversation with us about your unique needs and preferences.

Cremation

Unattended Cremation

Compassionate and dignified cremations, honouring your loved one with care and respect.

From

$4,200

(If paid prior to cremation $3,900)

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Cremation

A Simple Celebration

A peaceful and comforting space for families to come together and say their farewells.

From

$6,200

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Burial

Graveside Service

A dignified graveside service, offering a peaceful and meaningful farewell to your loved one.

From

$7,728

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Burial

Traditional Service

A personalised way to say goodbye, honouring your loved one with dignity and care.

From

$10,400

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Cremation

Unattended Cremation

From

$4,200

An unattended cremation is a dignified option for those who prefer no formal service or attendees. Families typically say their farewells before their loved one comes into our care.

We treat every unattended cremation with the same respect and professionalism, ensuring dignity throughout the process. After cremation, the ashes are carefully prepared and returned to the family.

This option allows families to grieve and commemorate in their own way, whether through a private gathering, scattering ashes, or creating a personal memorial.

Package includes:

Professional service fee
Death certificate
Hygeine cares
Viewing at funeral homes
Basic cremation casket

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Cremation

Cremation

A Simple Celebration

From

$6,200

This option is a simple yet meaningful way for families to say a private goodbye without a formal service. It includes a 30-minute farewell at our funeral home or crematorium, allowing loved ones to gather, reflect, and share memories. A funeral director can provide a brief committal if desired.

As with all our services, we ensure the highest standards of care and dignity. After cremation, the ashes are returned to the family for personal tributes. This option provides a balance of simplicity and connection for a heartfelt farewell.

Package includes:

All of the Unattended Cremation package features
30min usage of chapel for family to gather
for private farewell
A simple casket

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Burial

Graveside Service

From

$7,728

A graveside service offers a simple, meaningful farewell at your loved one’s final resting place. Led by a minister, celebrant, or chosen speaker, it includes words of comfort, prayers, and personal touches like readings, music, or floral tributes.

Ideal for smaller gatherings, this option focuses on the committal ceremony without a formal venue service. Our funeral director will handle all arrangements, ensuring a smooth and respectful farewell. Refreshments can be arranged separately if desired.

Package includes:

Professional service fee
Transfer fee
Death certificate
Rimu foil flat lid casket
Hearse hire
Casket flowers
Celebrant fee (avg)

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Burial

Traditional Service

From

$10,400

A full service offers a traditional and personalised farewell, allowing families to honour their loved one with dignity and care. Held in our Chapel, the Hope Gardens of Remembrance Crematorium, or a location of choice, the ceremony is led by a minister or celebrant, reflecting the life and values of the person being remembered.

Families may include floral tributes, a slideshow, music, or readings, with refreshments available afterwards for gathering and support.

This option accommodates both large public services and private gatherings. Costs vary based on location, officiant, and other choices—your funeral director will provide an estimate after your arrangement meeting.

Package includes:

All of the Graveside Service package features
Funeral home or Hope Gardens of Remembrance
chapel hire
Mortuary
Service sheets
Formatting photo memories

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What is the professional service fee?

The professional service fee covers the expertise, time, and resources required to plan and manage a meaningful farewell for your loved one. It ensures every detail is handled with care and professionalism.
This fee includes

Expert Guidance: Supporting families with advice, planning, and creating a personalised service that reflects your loved one’s wishes.
24/7 Availability: Our team is available around the clock to assist, ensuring help is there whenever you need it.
Coordination of Services: Arranging and managing the involvement of celebrants, florists, caterers, crematoriums, and other service providers.
Compliance and Administration: Handling paperwork, permits, and legal requirements so you don’t have to worry about the formalities.
Operational Costs: This fee also helps cover the overheads of running a professional funeral service, including staff training, equipment, facilitates, and behind-the-scenes work that ensures everything runs smoothly. Our professional service fee reflects the dedication, experience, and care our team brings to support you during this difficult time.

Do you charge for work outside normal working hours?

We understand this is a sensitive matter, as it is often influenced by circumstances beyond anyone’s control. Yes, we do charge for work carried out outside of normal working hours. We value and respect our staff, and we believe it’s important to recognise and compensate them for the additional demands of working outside regular hours.

This charge is not about generating profit but rather ensuring cost recovery. Our rate is set at $80 per hour, which reflects our legal obligations to compensate staff fairly for their time and dedication during these periods. We always ensure that only those tasks essential for the preparation of the funeral and/or meeting third-party requirements are carried out after hours.
If you choose to hold a funeral outside normal working hours, an additional cost will apply. Your funeral director will explain this during the planning process and include it in your written estimate to ensure clarity and transparency.

We remain committed to supporting families with professionalism and care, no matter the time, while also honouring the well-being of our team. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.

What happens if the death is unexpected?

In the event of a sudden death, the situation is typically referred to the coroner, who will determine whether further investigation is required. A contracted funeral director will be contacted to transport your loved one to a designated facility for this process. Please note that the funeral director who provides this transport is acting on behalf of the coroner purely for transportation.

As the family, you have the right to choose the funeral director you wish to work with for your loved one’s funeral. Once the coroner’s process is complete, your chosen funeral director will coordinate with the coroner’s office to ensure the transfer of your loved one is handled respectfully and seamlessly.

If you have any questions about this process, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to support you and provide guidance during this challenging time.

When is payment expected?

Invoices are sent to the estate or to the person to whom we are instructed a few days following the funeral. Our payment terms are 21 days from the date of the invoice and payment methods are outlined on the invoice. Sometimes, there can be delays as the estate awaits probate. If this is the case, please speak to our accounts manager so we can work with you regarding payment.