Funeral Services from Central Coast to Newcastle
Looking for a funeral service from Central Coast to Newcastle that is affordable, yet personalised and meaningful?
A funeral is a significant occasion – a time where people gather together to remember, reflect and look for comfort and hope. With Salvos Funerals, you can be rest assured that we’ll look after your loved one with the utmost respect, dignity and care.
Salvos Funerals offers a range of affordable options to suit your budget and needs. There are different types of arrangements you can choose from.
We have various options for:
- Funerals (burial or cremation) – with the coffin present at a cemetery chapel, church, reception venue or other location
- Basic funeral and cremation – available in Tuggerah. It is for up to eight people only.
- Direct Cremations – with no funeral service (viewing & witness cremation options available)
- Personalised funeral – simple service or something more unique. It might take place in a church, chapel or other location and couple be followed by either a burial or cremation.
- Prepaid Services (with the option to pay over a three-year period)
The dedicated and experienced team of funeral directors at Salvos Funerals can help you choose a service or arrangement that meets your needs and ensures your loved one receives the farewell they deserve.
Where we can meet you
We can make arrangements to meet with you in person, or by phone and online. Please call Central Coast to Newcastle on (02) 4300 3023 to make an appointment.
A member of our team can see you at one of our Salvation Army locations across Central Coast to Newcastle, in the comfort of your own home or at a location.
Megan Maxfield | Operations Manager
Megan has spent most of her career journeying with people through life’s challenging circumstances, with her previous role as a chaplain within the court and prison system.
"I am truly humbled to be serving families within Salvos Funerals. Supporting people within their grief is an honour that I never take for granted. It is when I am at my best".
A service to suit you
Below are estimates and examples for your consideration. If you would prefer a tailored quote, please contact us and we can discuss your needs further.
We are also required by NSW Fair Trading to provide a Funeral Information Standard with our prices.
If you would like to review our catalogue and price list of coffins and caskets, please click here.
Central Coast to Newcastle Pricing
- Direct Cremation (With No Funeral Service)
- Basic Funeral & Cremation
- Personalised Funeral & Cremation
- Personalised Funeral & Burial
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Direct Cremation (With No Funeral Service)
Description Notes Price (inc. GST) Show Hide detailed pricing breakdown Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army. Professional fee Includes arranging the direct cremation. $1,450.90 Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost Transfer into our care Additional $175 for public holidays.
Additional charges apply for regional areas$330.00 Care facility storage No charge for first week.
$33 per day thereafter.Certified death certificate From Births, Deaths and Marriages $67.00 Direct cremation coffin $150.00 Medical cremation documents Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved. $110.00 Additional medical (GP) documents If required. At cost Direct cremation $535.00 Government cremation levy $45.10 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $380) TOTAL Indicative cost $2,688.00 Note: If you would like to see your loved one before a direct cremation, we can arrange a small private gathering at a lower cost than a conventional funeral. Please see the 'Basic Funeral & Cremation' prices for this option. Additional Options & Costs (If Required) Special Urn / Scattering Tubes Over 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from… $113.00 Postage of Ashes Via Registered Post, with tracking and a required signature. $55.00 NB. Ashes are able to be collected, if preferred.
Please speak with your Funeral Planner who can provide more information.Last updated: 10/07/2025 -
Basic Funeral & Cremation
Description Notes Price (inc. GST) Show Hide detailed pricing breakdown Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army. Professional fee Includes arranging and conducting of a funeral service and the team's involvement leading up to the funeral and on the day. (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). $2,180.90 Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). Small chapel
At TuggerahFor up to 10-12 people. $50.00 Transfer into our care Additional $175 for public holidays.
Additional charges apply for regional areas.$330.00 Care facility storage and basic preparation Basic preparation at care facility. $300.00 Certified death certificate From Births Deaths and Marriages. $67.00 Medical cremation documents Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved. $110.00 Additional medical (GP) documents If required. At cost Economy Coffin $230.00 Cremation After the funeral. $535.00 Government cremation levy $45.10 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $380) TOTAL Indicative cost $3,848.00 Additional Costs (if required) Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee: $500.00 Viewing Optional (no charge). Floral tribute Optional. At cost Order of service booklets Optional. At cost Special Urn / Scattering Tubes Over 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from… $113.00 Postage of Ashes Via Registered Post - with tracking (At Cost). $55.00 NB. Ashes are able to be collected, if preferred.
Please speak with your Funeral Planner who can provide more information.Last updated: 10/07/2025 -
Personalised Funeral & Cremation
Description Notes Price (inc. GST) Show Hide detailed pricing breakdown Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army. Professional fee Includes arranging and conducting of a funeral service and the team's involvement leading up to the funeral and on the day. (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). $2,990.90 Coffin (Richmond model - standard size) Ideal for funeral service - see full range here. $995.00 Memorial books and recorded music No charge Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). Transfer into our care Additional $175 for public holidays.
Additional charges apply for regional areas.$330.00 Care facility storage $220.00 Preparation at care facility Basic preparation at care facility. $215.00 Certified Death Certificate From Births Deaths and Marriages. $67.00 Medical cremation documents Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved. $110.00 Additional medical (GP) documents If required. At cost Crematorium chapel hire and cremation Price for Palmdale (Lake Macquarie or Newcastle crematoriums are $1,278). $1,510.00 Government cremation levy $45.10 Early delivery and coffin in place At crematorium chapel (See 'Early Delivery & Coffin In Place' below). $195.00 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $380) Palmdale crematorium, Ourimbah TOTAL Indicative cost $6,678.00 Lake Macquarie crematorium, Ryhope TOTAL Indicative cost $6,446.00 Newcastle crematorium, Beresfield TOTAL Indicative cost $6,446.00 Additional Options & Costs (if required) Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee: $500.00 Floral tribute Small Casket Arrangement (other options available). $330.00 Livestreaming of service (+ recording) This is for a professional livestream and recording with access to an edited version (with link provided).
Livestreaming offered is dependent on access to networks.
NB. Not required at crematorium chapel.At cost Order of service booklets Optional - from… $220.00 Visual/Photo tribute Photos to be supplied by family;
Music to be chosen by family;
Visual/photo presentation for service put together by Salvos Funerals.$150.00 Special Urn/Scattering Tube Over 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from… $113.00 Postage of Ashes Via Registered Post, with tracking and a required signature. $55.00 NB. Ashes are able to be collected, if preferred.
Please speak with your Funeral Planner who can provide more information.Additional Notes Early Delivery & Coffin In Place: Families wanting a funeral at a crematorium but looking to minimise the cost can choose to have the “coffin in place” prior to the service starting.
Please speak to your Arranger for further information.Memorial Service: If you would like us to assist with a memorial service (where no coffin is present), we can arrange this at a reduced cost than the pricing listed above.
If this option is of interest, please contact us for further information.Service within a church premises: If a funeral takes place in a church building, a donation to the church may be requested for use of the premises. This is in addition to the donation for the person officiating. Last updated: 10/07/2025 -
Personalised Funeral & Burial
Description Notes Price (inc. GST) Show Hide detailed pricing breakdown Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army. Professional fee Includes arranging and conducting of a funeral service and the team's involvement leading up to the funeral and on the day. (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). $2,990.40 Coffin (Richmond model - standard size) Ideal for funeral service - see full range here. $995.00 Memorial books and recorded music No charge. Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). Transfer into our care Additional $175 for public holidays
Additional charges apply for regional areas$330.00 Care facility storage $220.00 Preparation at care facility Basic preparation at care facility.
See note below (above-ground burial fees) for interment in crypt or mausoleum.$215.00 Certified Death Certificate From Births Deaths and Marriages. $67.00 Hearse and driver $580.00 Government burial levy $171.60 Interment / grave-digging Prices will vary depending on location (See 'Choosing A Cemetery' below). Burial plot / grave Prices will vary depending on location (See 'Choosing A Cemetery' below). Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $380) TOTAL Indicative cost $5,569.00 Additional Costs (If required) Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee: $500.00 Floral tribute Small Casket Arrangement (other options available). $330.00 Livestreaming of service (+ recording) Optional - from… At cost Order of service booklets This is for a professional livestream and recording with access to an edited version (with link provided).(Livestreaming offered is dependent on access to networks).NB. Not required at crematorium chapel. $220.00 Visual/Photo tribute Photos to be supplied by family;
Music to be chosen by family;
Visual/photo presentation for service put together by Salvos Funerals$150.00 Additional staff required by Salvos Funerals to assist in carrying/lowering of coffin. Per person.
NB. *Minimum of 1-3 people required from family/friends*$260.00 Additional Notes Choosing A Cemetery: When finding a cemetery, families tend to choose one that is close to where they live.
Council-owned cemeteries and cemeteries outside of Sydney tend to be the least expensive option.Payment of cemetery fees: Interment / grave-digging and burial plot are payable to the cemetery directly by the family. Service within a church premises: If a funeral takes place in a church building, a donation to the church may be requested for use of the premises.
This is in addition to the donation for the person officiating.Above-ground burial fees: When interment is in a family crypt or mausoleum, there are specific additional fees that apply. Whilst a Richmond coffin can be used, a solid hardwood timber coffin such as a Sienna coffin is recommended for a greater assurance of longevity - see our coffin and casket catalogue here. Cemetery fees vary significantly.
Last updated: 10/07/2025
