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flag In March 2026, NSW’s Illawarra region held its first coffin-free shrouded cremation, a sustainable, cost-effective alternative gaining popularity.

flag In March 2026, the Illawarra region in New South Wales conducted its first coffin-free shrouded cremation, a change allowed under updated regulations. flag The process, used for 79-year-old Mavis*, involved wrapping her body in a pink linen shroud with rose petals and a ribbon, then gently sliding it into a cold cremator using a scissor lift. flag The method, developed by funeral director Wes Bas, prioritized dignity, environmental sustainability, and personal choice, offering a cheaper and greener alternative to traditional coffin-based cremations. flag The ceremony, described as peaceful and reverent by her family, reflects growing demand for simpler, more meaningful end-of-life options.

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