Standing with Stories of Loss—Why I’m Proud to Sponsor Grieve 2025
Grief is a landscape I am intimately familiar with. It’s shaped me, broken me open, and, over time, shown me how to keep going—even when the path felt impossible.
The Power and Beauty of a Living Wake
When we think of farewells, we usually picture what happens after someone has passed. But more and more, I’ve found people asking a different question: “What if we said goodbye while they were still here to hear it?” That’s what a living wake offers and it can be one of the most powerful experiences for everyone involved.
Not Every Funeral Looks the Same And That’s a Good Thing
We’ve all been to that kind of funeral. The one that doesn’t feel like the person. Where the words are nice, but not quite right. The music doesn’t land. The structure feels like a template. But here’s the truth: funerals don’t have to follow a formula. And more importantly, they shouldn’t.
Farewelling with Aboriginal Culture, Connection and Care
When we honour someone’s life, we’re not just saying goodbye, we’re telling a story. And for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, that story is deeply connected to Country, culture, community, and ancestors. Creating space for culture, connection, and truth-telling is a powerful part of that journey.