Throughout the world there are many options for disposal of a body. Choosing one method over another may depend on:
The options currently available in Australia are burial (in the earth or water) and cremation. There are many variations on the type and cost of the container and the final destination for the body or ashes.
Here are some of the options for disposal of the body in Australia and elsewhere.
How would you like your body to be disposed of after your death, and why? We're interested in your ideal method, even though it may not be currently available in the country you live in. Let us know, by filling in our online survey.
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