Ashes (cremated remains) are collected from the crematorium on your behalf by the funeral company in a simple, plastic resealable container.
If you wish to keep the ashes at home, Broadbent & May can transfer them into any shaped vessel which can adequately contain a volume of approximately 4 litres. The vessel can be ceramic, wood or metal, with a sealed lid.
We can split the ashes for you into separate vessels if desired. If you wish to scatter the ashes they can remain in the original container.
If the ashes are to be interred at a cemetery, they can remain in the plastic container or be transferred into an urn with suitable dimensions for the designated plot.
Scattering ashes in Wellington
The Wellington City Council has guidelines about scattering ashes in public places, there are two designated areas – Charles Plimmer Park at the bottom of Mount Victoria and Willowbank Park in Tawa.
Wellington City Council – Scattering Ashes - for more information.
The WCC has a Commemorative Tree Scheme to honour someone special.
Travelling overseas
To travel overseas with the ashes, a Certificate of Cremation is required from the funeral company certifying the contents. The ashes need to be in a securely sealed, air tight container. For safety, we recommend that they travel with you as hand luggage.
Broadbent & May can organise posting ashes overseas if desired.
