News & Advocacy

The Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand is disappointed the Government’s budget has once again failed to include an increase for the Work and Income Funeral Grant.

Posted in Press Releases, All; Posted 11 months ago Less than a minute to read

The Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand is warning New Zealanders about a new funeral live streaming scam that asks for money to view a funeral live stream.

Posted in Press Releases; Posted 14 months ago Less than a minute to read

We all die. But death shouldn’t have to lead to poor mental health outcomes or debt for those left behind. We have ideas about how this Government could show a human face on death in a containable way in terms of fiscal risk. 

Posted in Advocacy, All; Posted 17 months ago Less than a minute to read

The Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand has today published a report providing a snapshot of death and the funeral industry in New Zealand. The report also captures insights into the types of funerals favoured by New Zealanders.

Posted in Press Releases, All; Posted 17 months ago Less than a minute to read

The Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand is reminding New Zealanders of the importance of a meaningful farewell for managing their mental health as part of Mental Health Awareness Week.

Posted in Press Releases, All; Posted 19 months ago Less than a minute to read

Taxes are getting a lot of focus in this year’s election. But that other big inevitable, death, remains the topic MPs seem steadfastly keen to ignore.

Posted in Advocacy, All; Posted 19 months ago Less than a minute to read

The Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand’s 2023 member survey paints a sad picture for New Zealand’s most vulnerable at a time of mourning. It highlights the massive shortfall between the Work and Income New Zealand (WINZ) funeral grant and the cost of even a basic direct cremation, regional disparities, and an onerous and inconsistent system, compounding stress for low-income families.

Posted in Press Releases, All; Posted 20 months ago Less than a minute to read

Funeral directors say the latest cost of living increases to council cemetery prices are adding to the financial burden for those relying on a Work and Income Funeral Grant to help with funeral costs. 

Posted in Press Releases, All; Posted 22 months ago Less than a minute to read

Eligible low-income families are facing heart wrenching decisions when it comes to farewelling their loved ones, according to a Funeral Directors Association member survey.

Posted in Press Releases; Posted 2 years ago Less than a minute to read