Our Aim
At Newhaven Funerals NQ it is our aim to help you personalise a service that best reflects your loved ones’ wishes.
Most people will arrange only one or two funerals in their lifetime. This limited experience quite often leaves a family feeling inadequate, not knowing what the process is or what it may cost. Just keep in mind there is no right and wrong, just do what you feel is best suited to your family and loved one.
Choose A Funeral That Suits You
Today in Australia, there is no single definition of a funeral and no real rules telling you what can or can’t be done. For many people there are cultural and religious traditions that take place at a funeral however there is an increasing trend toward a more informal and individualised ceremony. A big advantage of this shift is that it is now easier to tailor funerals to fit a budget.
Music
Generally a selection of songs that represent something about the person.
Flowers
Flowers to decorate the venue and casket.
Catering
We provide complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits in our catering area.
Vehicles
Vehicles to transport the coffin or casket to and from the venues.
Venue
This could be a funeral home, a church or at another location all together.
Booklets
Order of service booklets are frequently used to help guide attendees.
Coffin
A coffin or casket, these range from very traditional down to custom designed
Funeral Officiant
This could be a friend, family member or a member of the deceased’s faith.
Bringing A Community Together
As part of a growing trend, we find people want to have their say in how the funeral will look. Families want more involvement, they want the funeral to be meaningful, relevant and true to the life that was lived. They want it to be authentic.
Funerals underpin a necessary part of grieving – they reinforce the reality that the death has happened. Funerals allow people to gather together when someone has died, they provide support, a platform to tell stories and pay respects.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any further questions or need further assistance, please contact us.
Yes. Families are encouraged to participate in planning and making decisions, and Newhaven Funerals supports you every step of the way.
Most funerals are arranged within 3–10 days, but timing depends on family needs, documentation and venue availability.
Costs include funeral director services, transport, ceremony costs, burial or cremation fees, and any personalised options you choose.
The team works respectfully with you to include traditions, rituals, readings, attire and ceremonial practices that matter to your family.
Yes. Newhaven Funerals will help coordinate transfers, paperwork and arrangements in accordance with Australian and North Queensland protocols.
Yes. You can begin arrangements for a loved one even if they have not yet passed, ensuring wishes are honoured and details are recorded.
Services may include traditional funerals, memorials, celebrations of life, graveside services, or small family gatherings.
Yes. They assist with death registration, permits, paperwork and all the legal requirements involved in arranging a funeral.
Key decisions include burial vs cremation, service location, ceremony type, date and time, personal touches, officiant, music and transport.
The first step is to contact Newhaven Funerals. They will guide you through each stage, from immediate assistance to final arrangements.