Your funeral could become a cost disaster for your family

The rising cost of living in Australia doesn't stop at death! Funerals in Australia now cost an average of $12,980.1

So it's likely that your loved ones will have to dig deep into their own pockets when you pass away! 2

Who is supposed to pay for that? Government no longer pays funeral benefits

Until 2004, surviving dependents received a so-called funeral benefit from the government, which significantly cushioned the cost of funerals – which were even lower at the time.3

In 2025, costs have exploded, yet there is no longer a government funeral benefit.4

Infographic: Average funeral costs in Australia with four cost blocks. Funeral director services: $3,850, Headstone and grave care: $3,500, Cemetery fees: $3,000, Other costs: $2,650. Total: $13,000. Note: Costs can vary greatly depending on the case and region.

Centrelink only provides assistance if the family absolutely cannot afford the funeral themselves. Otherwise, the family's savings or inheritance will be used first.5

But there is a simple solution to at least financially protect your family in the event of your death.

A quick solution – Up to $20,000 payout

A simple funeral insurance policy from Acenda protects your family from high funeral costs that arise upon your death. This has many benefits*:

  • Up to $20,000 tax-free payout to the beneficiary upon your death (sum freely selectable)
  • Free disposal
  • No health check!

A few dollars a month is enough

With just a few dollars a month (depending on your age and the desired benefits), you can protect against the event of your death and relieve your loved ones of a huge burden.6 We recommend Acenda. As one of Australia's largest insurance companies, Acenda has reliably supported numerous families for years.

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