Living in a "Land Girt by Sea" results in many Australians developing a deep connection to our oceans and water ways. In fact, according to government statistics, more than 85% of Australian people live within 50 km of the sea. It is a logical progression then, for many folk with a lifetime passion for fishing or surfing or water sport or a myriad of other joyful pursuits associated with the water to consider a burial at sea for themselves or someone they love once their time of this earth is done. Is a sea burial a viable option? A traditional burial at sea is fraught with red tape and permission begging, I mean seeking. Application must be made for a "Sea Dumping Permit" under the Environment Protection (Sea Dumping) Act 1981. This requires permission not only from the Commonwealth Government but also from the State Government in many cases and most certainly is NOT granted to everyone. General only Naval personnel or people with a proven long history of being a professional fisherman or woman are granted permits. So in planning a funeral there is great risk of a bureaucratic failure. Is there an alternative? No permissions are required to place cremation ashes into Australian waters. Assuming cremation does not go against the wishes of the departed then you have 3 choices.
Reasons for choosing an Underwater Urn
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