Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?

• Yes
• No
• Other - I'll share below!

Vote View Results

• 84.2% Yes
  84.2% Complete
• 13.7% No
  13.7% Complete
• 2.1% Other - I'll share below!
  2.1% Complete

1494 votes

Lunchtime Winter Concerts at Methodist Centre

Chris from Lynmouth - Moturoa

The winter series of lunchtime concerts are commencing again this year with the first concert this coming Wednesday May 8th at 12.15 pm.
The first concert features the well known Taranaki Group "La Mer".
The specialise in well known European music from French cafe style through to Gypsy swing. They have played at a number of music festivals as well as charity performances. This group consists of Aaron Busch (piano accordion), Bernie Schmid (acoustic guitar), Malcolm Alder (double bass), Helen Griffiths (violin) and Dominique Blatti (vocals, classical guitar). Bring your lunch and enjoy some toe tapping music. Koha appreciated.

What's On: Rock n Roll Dance Lessons

Suzanne from Westown