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Voluntary death can often trump an intolerable end to life

Some thoughts shared on a recent article, "I'm 95 today, I don't need to be told how to die", by Ed Raftery.

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Major funeral provider and retailer denounced in 2020 Shonky awards

Choice continue to "call it as they see it" with the funeral industry, by announcing InvoCare as one of this years top 5 recipients of their notorious "Shonky awards". The funeral giant has always been reluctant to fully disclose itemised costs to clients (a requirement that is mandatory in recent legislation with NSW & ACT), but for national brands owned by InvoCare, such as White Lady Funerals, the rest of Australia may miss out on pricing transparency.

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Darwin Awards “Honor” Ridiculous Deaths | Connecting Directors

Friday light-hearted reading... Darwin Awards, one of those legendary 'Honours' we all hope we don't receive! . . .

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'Silver tsunami' sees use of death doulas on the rise as baby boomers buck tradition

Baby boomers are hiring death doulas and aiming for the grave on their own terms. A death doula is a non-medical role that provides support for those dying and those around them. . . .

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'Silver tsunami' sees use of death doulas on the rise as baby boomers buck tradition

Baby boomers are hiring death doulas and aiming for the grave on their own terms. A death doula is a non-medical role that provides support for those dying and those around them. . . .

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Welcome news to mourners in NSW with the NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announcing that for funerals, the restriction to people attending will be lifted immediately "on compassionate grounds". . . .

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Welcome news to mourners in NSW with the NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announcing that for funerals, the restriction to people attending will be lifted immediately "on compassionate grounds". . . .

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Eco-burials, home funeral options on the rise as consumers think outside the box

Well done to not-for-profit @TenderFunerals for listening to the community and providing real, practical and beautiful funeral services. It's great to see you branching out, the Mid North Coast will truly benefit. . . .