Respectful, Direct Cremation
Macedon Ranges Region
from $3,450
Direct, Simple, Respectful and Affordable Care
For families across the Macedon Ranges region, direct cremation is not a lesser farewell, it is, for many, exactly the right one.
Respectful, gentle, and unhurried, it carries the full level of care and natural attention we bring to every family we are privileged to support.
This offering meets all the legal and practical requirements for the care of a person who has died. It does not include a funeral service.
Our service fees include:
- All day everyday care, support, and love from an experienced and compassionate Holistic Funeral Director specifically assigned to you and your family.
- Support from our care team for administration and arranging.
- Transfer from hospital mortuary or Coroner. Timing of the transfer is at our discretion. Family not in attendance.
OR
At need transfer from home, hospital, hospice, aged care, or other place of death – family and friends are warmly welcomed to be in attendance, additional fees apply (business hours $495, after hours $695). - Natural mortuary care – we only use natural products when caring for the deceased, which includes warm water, essential oils, and organic skin and hair care products.
- Shroud and shroud bearer.
- Collection of personal keepsakes such as handprints and a lock of hair (if desired).
- Unattended transfer to the crematorium of your choice for cremation (travel fees apply outside our operating area)
- Permits and Certificates
- Registration of the death with the appropriate authorities (Births, Deaths & Marriages, Services Australia including Centrelink, DVA and Medicare).
- After funeral care including assistance with the care of ashes.
from $3,450 *
* The cremation fee of your preferred crematorium is an additional fee and is charged at cost.
Crematorium Location
Please select your preference for a crematorium location from those offered below or discuss with us the most suitable.
Does not include:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a direct cremation?
A direct cremation is a simple, unattended cremation. The person who has died is cared for and cremated without a funeral service, and without mourners present. It is one of the quietest, most private ways to farewell someone.
Is it okay to choose a direct cremation?
Yes. For many families, something quiet feels more fitting, particularly when the person who died preferred no fuss, or when a formal service does not feel right. A direct cremation also gives families breathing space, time to grieve before deciding how they would like to honour and remember their loved one.
Why do families choose a direct cremation?
What is the cost of a direct cremation?
Direct cremation is generally the most affordable cremation option. Because there is no formal funeral service, venue, or ceremony, many of the associated costs are not present. It offers a caring, dignified farewell without financial burden.
Is cremation able to take place straight away?
Before cremation proceeds, a little time is needed to complete the necessary paperwork and any required authorisations. Because cremation is irreversible, these steps exist to protect families and ensure all is in order before proceeding.
Can personal objects be included in the cremation?
Small personal objects, such as a letter, a flower, or a meaningful keepsake, may be placed with your loved one. Items made of glass, rubber, or large metal cannot be included. Any jewellery or belongings you wish to keep should be removed beforehand.
Can I be present at the cremation?
Yes. If you would like to be present or to witness the cremation, please let us know. We will make the necessary arrangements with care. There is an additional fee for this.
Can we still hold a memorial or celebration of life?
Yes, absolutely. A direct cremation and a meaningful farewell are not mutually exclusive. Families are warmly invited to gather in their own time, to share stories, light a candle, and honour the life of the person they love. A celebration of life can be held whenever, and wherever, feels most fitting.
What happens to my loved one between death and cremation?
Your loved one is collected with care and respect from the place of death, and is held in a temperature-controlled facility until the cremation takes place. They are cared for with dignity throughout.
How will I receive the ashes?
The ashes are returned to you in a simple, practical container. We can discuss how you would like them returned, and any wishes you may have for their final resting place. We are also happy to assist with alternative urn options to suit your plans for your loved one's ashes.
Can I still choose a direct cremation if the death occurred in hospital or in another location?
Yes. We are able to collect your loved one from hospitals, aged care facilities, home, or wherever they may be. Please get in touch and we will guide you through the next steps with care.
Is a direct cremation less respectful than a traditional funeral?
Not at all. Dignity and care are present at every step, regardless of whether a service is held. The choice to forgo a formal ceremony is a personal one, and it does not diminish the love, respect, or honour given to the person who has died.
Can I pre-plan a direct cremation for myself?
Yes. Many people choose to gently consider and record their wishes in advance, as a quiet gift to those they love. We are here to walk alongside you through that conversation, in your own time, with no pressure.
Conditions apply to all offerings.
Prices effective as of July 2025 and may be subject to change.​
Disclosures.
MACEDON RANGES
Our mortuary and our funeral home are located at 65 Urquhart Street, Woodend VIC 3442.
This facility is owned by us, Natural Grace Pty Ltd.
 MELBOURNE
Our mortuary and our funeral home are located at 291 Arthur Street, Fairfield VIC 3078.
This facility is owned by Abraxa Group with Natural Grace Pty Ltd co-located.
Transportation of the deceased person prior to burial or cremation will be in a suitable vehicle owned by our company.
The deceased person will be kept in our mortuary and will only be transported for the purposes of the funeral care as per the final agreement.Â
Third Party Transport Providers.
On a rare occasion it is operationally necessary for us to engage reputable third-party transport providers.
The providers we use are Abraxa Group, Fairfield and Esteem Mortuary Transport Services, Lilydale.