How can I get help with the costs of a funeral?

by | Apr 16, 2026 | FAQ

There is no question funerals often come as an unexpected and unwelcome expense, adding to the grief families are likely to be experiencing. So if you are struggling to meet the costs of a funeral, what can you do? Decide what’s really important There are so many ways...

Can I prepay for a funeral with Tender?

by | Apr 16, 2026 | FAQ

As a registered charity, Tender does not accept pre-payments for funerals. However, we can work with you to pre-arrange a funeral, including what approaches you may take to pay for a funeral. Why pre-arrange your funeral? Pre-arranging your funeral means you can be...

What is a witnessed cremation?

by | Apr 16, 2026 | FAQ

Many crematoria offer the ability for families to witness the committal of their person in their coffin into the furnace. This is known as a witnessed insertion or witnessed cremation. Over 70% of Australians now choose to be cremated. Most of us are familiar with the...

Why do burials cost more than cremations?

by | Apr 16, 2026 | FAQ

Burial is what so many think of when we imagine what happens to a person after they die. Yet few of us realise what expenses are involved in a burial or understand why. There are many reasons why somebody will choose burial for their body after death.  Burial is a...

How do I make a photo slideshow?

by | Apr 16, 2026 | FAQ

There’s no doubt that a memorial photo slideshow is a regular part of most funerals these days. For some families, going through the photos and picking out your favourites is a wonderful experience, either in the weeks before an anticipated death, or in the days after...

How do I make a bequest?

by | Apr 14, 2026 | FAQ

Bequests are not just for billionaires. Anyone can leave a gift of any size to a person or organisations after their death. What are bequests? Bequests are simply gifts you specify in your will to be made after your death. They can be money or physical property, and...