Award winning service, because they deserve nothing less.

Award winning service.

Customer Service Organisation of the Year 2021.

Because death was already hard enough.

Funerals have been too hard and too expensive for too long. Bare offers two simpler and more affordable options, designed to do right by you.

  • Bare Cremation: for families who want a fixed-fee, cremation-only service;
  • Bare Funeral: for families looking for a flexible, simple, and complete funeral service.

In either case our job is the same - to provide incredible service at an affordable price.

How it works.

We make goodbye easier with simple and transparent services. Whether you want a funeral or a cremation only, we’ll treat your loved ones as if they were our own and keep you informed every step of the way.

We’ll collect
your loved one.

We arrange collection of your loved one from their place of passing and transport them to one of our trusted crematorium partners.
1

We’ll arrange
the cremation.

We arrange a respectful, unattended, and dignified cremation, register the death, and order the death certificate.
2

We’ll return the
ashes to you.

We'll deliver the ashes to you, at a time that suits you.
We'll  arrange for ashes collection from Karrakatta Cemetery at a time that suits you.
We'll arrange for ashes collection from Karrakatta Cemetery at a time that suits you.
3

We can help organise a funeral.

Our team is here to help you arrange a funeral that’s right for you. Depending on the type of service, this may occur before or after the cremation.
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Optional

Two affordable service options, one consistent standard of care.

With Bare, what you see is what you get. Our services are transparent, affordable and all delivered with the highest quality of service. Choose the goodbye that’s right for you and for them.

Bare Cremation

A Bare Cremation is a simple, unattended cremation and return of ashes service. We also register the death and arrange for the Death Certificate to the delivered. Our price is all inclusive and payment is not required upfront.
$2,599
inc GST
Cremation Service
  • Experienced Funeral Director
  • 24/7 Transportation & Care
  • Simple cardboard or MDF Coffin
  • Legal Paperwork & Death Certificate
  • Private, Dignified Cremation
  • Return of Ashes

Bare Funeral Service

A complete funeral service. You may have the service prior to cremation with your loved one's coffin present, or without the coffin present after the cremation (often referred to as a memorial service).
from
$6,599
$6,099
inc GST
At present, Bare offers direct cremation only in this postcode. Call us for pricing if you wish to hold the funeral in your closet city.
Service type preferred
A service with your loved one’s coffin present will take place prior to cremation. A service without your loved one’s coffin - also known as a memorial - can take place after cremation. Speak to our team if you’re unsure which service might be best for your loved one.
Cremation Service
  • Everything in Bare Cremation
Bare Funeral Service
  • Bare Partner Venue
  • Professional Funeral Celebrant
  • Curated Slideshow and AV Equipment
  • Selection of Flowers
  • Stationery & Service Booklets
  • Dedicated Event Manager
  • Bare Funeral Coffin
  • Optional: Viewing at Ceremony
    A viewing at the ceremony is optional, but included in your package price. If you would like a viewing to take place other than at the ceremony, this is possible but an additional charge. Chat to your Bare Arranger after receiving your quote to discuss suitability.
Optional Extras
  • $
    Viewing
    You may wish to hold a viewing: in WA this occurs at a different location on a date prior to the ceremony. Chat to your Bare Arranger after receiving your quote to discuss this optional extra.
    $300
  • $
    Hearse
    Hearses are a beautiful way of honouring a loved one during transport and can also form a very personal part of the service. Chat to your Bare Arranger after receiving your quote to discuss.
    $500
  • $
    Premium Coffin
    Our package includes one of a small selection of coffins. If you prefer an alternate coffin speak to your arranger, who can share with you a broader range of coffins that do come at an additional cost
    $200 - $2300
  • $
    Live Streaming
    Live streaming and recording is a lovely way to include those who cannot attend in person. For some venues this inclusion is complimentary, for others it may come at an additional cost. Please speak to your Bare Arranger for more information.
    P.O.A.
  • $
    Catering
    If you would like your service catered, we can arrange that for you and your guests. Chat to your Bare Arranger after receiving your quote to discuss.
    P.O.A.
Cremation Service
  • Everything in Bare Cremation
Bare Funeral Service
  • Bare Partner Venue
  • Professional Funeral Celebrant
  • Curated Slideshow and AV Equipment
  • Selection of Flowers
  • Stationery & Service Booklets
  • Dedicated Event Manager
  • na
    Bare Funeral Coffin
  • na
    Optional: Viewing at Ceremony
    Viewing requires the selection of a service with your loved one’s coffin present.
Optional Extras
  • na
    Viewing
    Viewing requires the selection of a service with your loved one’s coffin present.
  • na
    Hearse
    Presence of a hearse requires the selection of a service with your loved one’s coffin present.
  • na
    Premium Coffin
    Select a service with your loved one’s coffin present to view this optional extra.
  • $
    Live Streaming
    Live streaming and recording is a lovely way to include those who cannot attend in person. For some venues this inclusion is complimentary, for others it may come at an additional cost. Please speak to your Bare Arranger for more information.
    P.O.A.
  • $
    Catering
    If you would like your service catered, we can arrange that for you and your guests. Chat to your Bare Arranger after receiving your quote to discuss.
    P.O.A.
You're viewing pricing for NSW Zone 5.  For detailed pricing list, click here.

Frequently asked questions.

Is the advertised price of a Bare Cremation the final price?

Yes - the advertised price of a cremation with Bare is the final price.  We're aware that the funeral industry has a reputation for hidden fees and charges. With a Bare Cremation, the price you see is the price you pay.  We don't charge extra for weekend or overnight transfers, oversized coffins, pacemaker removal - or anything else.  To get a price for your location, simply hit the "Instant Quote" button and know that the price you'll see is the price you'll pay. 

Do I have to pay upfront?

No, you don't have to pay upfront.   We know that paying for a funeral can be daunting, particularly when there's more important things to worry about, so with Bare we don't ask for payment upfront.  If you have any questions about this, please give our care team a call on 1800 071 176. 

How do I know you’re reputable?

Bare is one of the largest independent funeral directors in Australia, performing more than 7,000 funerals annually.  Bare and our partners are registered or licensed as per each state’s local guidelines and regulations for Funeral Directors. We're ISO certified, have more than 2,000 5 Star Reviews, and have featured in a number of media stories for the difference we're making in the industry. 

How are the ashes returned?

This will vary with each state, so please check with your arranger on the specific options available to you. In the majority of metropolitan areas we can hand deliver the ashes at a day and time that is convenient for you. We can also mail the ashes or you can collect from the crematorium directly.  Please note we require a signature for all return of ashes to ensure they are successfully delivered.

What paperwork do you need to perform the service?

The paperwork requirements vary by state. We will provide you with all documentation that needs to be filled and, where helpful, guide you through it's completion. We also give you the ability to complete these documents online, so you don’t need to find a printer, and can start, stop and resume at your own pace. The documents are used for authorisation to cremate, transferring a person into our care from an institution (such as a hospital), and personal details for the registration of the passing.   

How long does it take for collection to happen?

The timing of collection depends on where the passing occurs. If your loved one has passed away at home, we will aim to be there within 2 hours. If they passed away at an aged care facility or hospital, we will collect as soon as possible, pending the hospital or age care home availability. If your loved one is taken to the Coroner, we will collect after the Coroner enquiry has been completed, which can take more than a week.   

When and how do I receive a death certificate?

From the time of cremation, we typically advise a wait time of 3 weeks. At times it can take longer if there is a delay in processing by the state authority. If there is a long delay, we will actively follow up on your behalf. 

Can I choose to not have the ashes returned?

You may request to not have the ashes returned after the cremation. If that is your wish, we will require a signature as confirmation. We can then scatter or dispose of the ashes on your behalf. 

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