Simple, affordable cremations with caring support

Our local team is with your family from start to finish, with one clear price for your area, arranged online or over the phone.

A death has occurred Plan for the future

We’re making farewells simple, transparent and compassionate.

We saw how expensive and confusing funeral arrangements could be, leaving families stressed about costs when they should be grieving together. We decided to change that.

Good Cremations was built on a simple idea: remove unnecessary overheads, focus on respectful direct cremation, and pass those savings directly to families.

Everything included. Nothing hidden.

One transparent price covers the full direct cremation, with no surprise costs.

Collection from a hospital
Respectful mortuary care
Dignified direct cremation
All paperwork and permits
Ashes made available for collection
A caring team available 24/7

How it works

1. Get your price

Enter your postcode for an instant, no-obligation quote for your area.

2. Arrange online

Complete everything from home, at your own pace. Our team guides you through each step.

3. We take care

We collect your loved one, provide respectful mortuary care, and handle all paperwork.

4. Ashes returned

After a dignified direct cremation, the ashes are made available for you to collect.

Why families choose Good Cremations

No outsourcing, no call centre, no handoffs. Just one local team with your family from start to finish.

Mardi from Good Cremations helping a family over the phone — Mardi, our Queensland representative

A real person, every time you call

When you call Good Cremations, you speak with someone from our own small team, like Mardi, who looks after families across Queensland.

We explain your options in plain language, answer every question and take care of the arrangements with you, by phone or online, at your own pace.

Call 1800 101 501 Meet our team

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One simple, transparent price

Our price depends only on your area — for example, a direct cremation in Brisbane (4000) is $1,450. Enter your postcode to see yours instantly, with no obligation.

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Common questions

How do I make arrangements?

Making arrangements with Good Cremations is simple and can be completed entirely online, from the comfort of your home and at your own pace. Once submitted, our team will guide you through the remaining steps and any required paperwork.

Where does the cremation take place?

As we operate across Australia, the cremation is arranged at a crematorium closest to your location or where your loved one is in care. We work with trusted, professional crematoria to ensure everything is carried out with dignity and in line with all regulations.

Do I need a newspaper notice?

No, a newspaper notice is no longer required. If you would like to place one, simply let our team know and we can assist.

What happens with valuables or jewellery?

Any jewellery or personal valuables are carefully removed from your loved one and returned to the family. If you would like specific items to remain with your loved one, simply let us know your wishes and we will follow them.

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What families say about us

Feedback that guides our service, from families we have cared for.

    
 
 
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    Lisa Parker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mardi did a great job from the first phone call of arranging cremation for my dad. Mardi kept me updated throughout the whole process. I would highly recommend Good Cremations. Thank you Mardi
  
 
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    Tony Dart 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thoroughly recommend Good Cremations. From the first call with Joseph to arrange the prompt pick up and then with Mardi for the completion of the necessary documents and cremation. Caring and extremely helpful with everything. First class service.
  
 
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    Stuart Whitby 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very compassionate and understanding at a difficult time. Mardi was genuinely caring and the process was very straightforward. Kind regards Stuart Whitby.
  
 
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    Heather 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nothing but exceptional service from Mardi at Good Cremations.  Communication excellent and at a very reasonable affordable price.
  
 
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    Tanya Offer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My experience with Good Cremations was outstanding. The professionalism, friendliness and attention to detail were exceptional. Everything was handled with care, respect and genuine empathy from Mardi. The communication was excellent and the service went above and beyond my expectations. I truly appreciate the effort, kindness and dedication shown. I would highly recommend this service to anyone looking for quality, reliability, and exceptional customer care. Thank you Mardi for such a wonderful experience.
  
 
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    Tony Sims 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I dealt exclusively with Mardi, I could not have received better service. Phone calls always answered, emails returned promptly and I was kept informed at every step. She personally made a very difficult situation as smooth as possible with nothing too much trouble. Highly recommended.
  
 
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    David Wright 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mum did not want a fuss, or an expensive funeral when she passed away. Good Cremations were the perfect solution. Everything was done as per the information we received and we were very happy with the price and the service.
  
 
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    Brad Richards 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is indeed with a great deal of relief that I am able to offer a heart felt five stars of gratitude to Good Cremations, with special mention to Mardi who so professional, patient and kind, for making a traumatic experience somewhat less daunting than it may have been. I can thoroughly recommend Good Cremations to anyone who finds themselves in need of these services. Thanks again to Mardi for your compassionate, calm and helpful assistance. Regards, Brad Richards and the family of Tracey Foster
  
 
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    Lisa Dunn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mardi was amazing. I did this online from NZ and she was there for me the whole way. She made this challenge easier than I thought it would be. She always answered my emails promptly so I wasn’t sat worrying and waiting. Thank you soo much Mardi.
  
 
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    janice egbers 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. excellent highly recommend.

We are here whenever you need us, 24/7

Speak with our caring team any time, day or night. Whether someone has just died or you are planning ahead, a real person will guide you through every step.