Hastings District Funeral & Cremation Services Port Macquarie

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Burials | Cremations | Accredited Member of Australian Funeral Directors Association | Catering | DVD recording of funeral services | Flowers | International & interstate funeral planning | Live streaming in our chapel at no charge | Own chapel onsite for funeral services | Own crematorium

Classic coffins | Cremation memorial urns | Enviro coffins | Member of Guardian Pre Paid Funeral Plan | Pre-arranged & pre-paid funeral services | Coffins | Coffins & caskets | Headstones | Headstones & monuments | Caskets

What is the first thing I need to do when a death occurs in Port Macquarie?

Whether a death occurs at home, in hospital or in a public place, the first person who should be contacted is generally the person’s doctor. A doctor must certify that death has occurred. Normally funeral arrangements cannot be completed until the doctor has signed and issued a Death Certificate. The Funeral Director can then take the deceased into their care.

Who should I notify after a death has occurred in Port Macquarie?

In Australia the great majority of deaths occur in hospital or other care facilities, in which case those authorities take care of the medical formalities.

How do I get a Death Certificate in Port Macquarie?

In certain instances it may not be legally possible for the doctor to issue a Death Certificate and there is necessity for police and coronial involvement.

Who is responsible for arranging a funeral in Port Macquarie?

We would advise that you contact the relevant authorities for full details as regulations do vary from state to state.