Maori Funerals

NZ born Māori or Polynesian families who have experienced a death in Western Australia can no doubt agree the process that occurs after death can be very different to New Zealand. This is especially so when the death is sudden or unexpected and the coroner needs to be involved. There can be a lengthy wait until a loved one is released into the care of the funeral home.

Hetherington Funerals aims to encourage culture, customs & family values wherever possible, especially when it comes to our Kiwi & Polynesian funerals or tikanga tangihanga.

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We can assist you whether the whanau pani wish to take their tupapaku (loved one) home for a few nights and hold a service here in Perth (Te urupu) with a burial or cremation, or return home to NZ to rest in a local cemetery or whanau urupa. Our specialist Repatriation team has worked extensively with the NZ Funeral industry and can guide you each step of the way. We will ensure your taonga is cared for with nothing but pure respect & aroha.

Manaakitanga (meaning to care for) is why we do what we do. To have a whanau, family or aiga instill their trust in us to care for them, their loved one & their final rest is our honour & privilege.

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Hetherington Funerals is committed to respecting cultural customs and family values. They offer assistance whether the family wishes to have their tupapaku (loved one) stay in Perth for a service before burial or cremation or return to New Zealand for interment at a local cemetery or whanau urupa.

If the family wishes to return their tupapaku to New Zealand, Hetherington Funerals helps with the transportation and coordination for the final resting place at a local cemetery or whanau urupa in New Zealand. Their experienced team ensures that the deceased is treated with respect and care throughout the process.

Yes, Hetherington Funerals offers families the option to hold a service in Perth (Te urupu) before proceeding with burial or cremation. They ensure that cultural traditions and family values are honoured during this process.

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In addition to cultural funerals conducted in accordance with your religious or cultural requirements, Hetherington Funerals can also assist you with a range of complementary services, which include but are not limited to paperwork, permits and certificates, viewings for family and friends, and repatriation services within Australia; from Australia to overseas, and from overseas to Australia. Please don’t hesitate to contact Hetherington Funerals in Perth for further information on the cultural funeral services we can assist you with on 08 9459 2846.

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