Why DIY Funerals DO Work
By Tamsin Ramone Recently an article was released that criticised do-it-yourself (DIY) funerals and discouraged the reader from attempting one, suggesting that a funeral without a funeral director is not possible in Australia. This is untrue. A DIY funeral and burial...
Green Burials: and Why We Dig Them
I recently had the amazing opportunity to write an article for 1 Million Women! 1 Million Women aim to inspire women (and men) to make changes to their everyday life choices that will ultimately make a positive impact on the earth. I was able to contribute to the...
Vegan Burials
Even after death, our choices, or lack of choices, affect the environment. Unfortunately, in western societies, our fear of death has hindered open discourse about what will happen to us after we pass away. This is particularly problematic for people who, during...
Cardboard Coffins – How to Choose an Environmental Option
Cardboard coffins are becoming more popular due to their environmental and financial benefits. However, there are some complications to this statement and the purpose of this article is to help alleviate some of that confusion and explain why some cardboard coffins are more environmentally friendly than others.