Death - payments and support services

Payments and services are available to support you after someone close to you dies, including information on the steps that need to be taken, who to notify, and the emotional and financial support available. Includes links to bereavement payment and bereavement allowance information.

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/subjects/when-someone-dies

End of life

HealthInsite topic page linking to issues and support services for both those reaching the end of their life and those close to them.
Healthinsite provides links to some of Australia's most authoritative health organisations and their websites.

http://www.healthinsite.gov.au/topics/End_of_Life

Human and animal remains - cremated (ashes)

Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service Import Conditions Database (ICON) listing for the import of cremated ashes to Australia.

http://www.aqis.gov.au/icon32/asp/ex_casecontent.asp?intNodeId=8153897&intCommodityId=587

Losing your partner - MoneySmart

Losing your partner changes your life, and money matters may seem unimportant at the time. Taking these MoneySmart practical steps can help you get through this period and better prepare you for the future.

http://www.moneysmart.gov.au/tools-and-resources/life-events/losing-your-partner

Organ donor registration

The Australian Organ Donor Register is the only national register for organ and tissue donation for transplantation. The register records your donation decision and the organs and tissue you agree to donate. Register online, and remember to discuss your decision with loved ones as family consent is always sought before donation can proceed.

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/Medicare/australian-organ-donor-register

Pre-paying your funeral

Funerals in Australia can cost over $5,000. To make things easier for people you leave behind, you may want to think about contributing towards the cost of your funeral.

http://www.moneysmart.gov.au/tools-and-resources/information-for/over-55s/pre-paying-your-funeral

Wills and powers of attorney

Find out how you can give instructions to your family about your legal and medical preferences should you fall ill or lose the capacity to make those decisions yourself.

http://www.moneysmart.gov.au/tools-and-resources/information-for/over-55s/wills-and-power-of-attorney