For those looking to provide a respectful and eco-conscious farewell, Natural Burials, also known as Eco or Green Burials, offer a meaningful way to honour life while helping to preserve the environment. These burials focus on minimising environmental impact by using biodegradable materials and avoiding chemicals, allowing the body to return to the earth naturally. Eumundi Cemetery, managed by the Sunshine Coast Council, features the only dedicated natural burial area in the Sunshine Coast region, providing a unique and carefully managed option for those who wish to choose this sustainable and thoughtful approach to burial. Eumundi Cemetery located at 632 bunya Rd, Eumundi QLD 4562 is nestled in a peaceful, naturally forested area, home to large established trees and native plants and wildlife.

Natural burials embrace a back-to-nature philosophy by eliminating embalming fluids, metal coffins, concrete vaults and more. Instead, the body is placed directly into the earth, wrapped in an organic shroud or enclosed in a biodegradable coffin made of untreated pine, wicker or willow. Graves in the natural burial section of Eumundi Cemetery are dug to approximately 1.2 metres, promoting faster decomposition and microbial activity.

The natural burials area follows specific principles that require bodies to be buried using only natural and organic materials. Individual graves do not have headstones or other markers. Instead, a communal memorial located at the entrance to the natural burial area will display inscriptions including only the first name, surname, date of birth and date of death. Additionally, each grave’s location is recorded through a land survey and marked with a small electronic device using RFID technology.

Planning a funeral is never easy, especially when trying to honour a loved one’s wishes while navigating both emotional and practical challenges. At Traditional Funerals, we are committed to providing compassionate, thoughtful guidance to support families from the very beginning.

For those seeking an environmentally conscious farewell, we proudly offer a range of eco-friendly funeral services tailored to reflect natural values and sustainable choices. Our Natural Burial options include biodegradable and sustainably sourced coffin selections, and we work closely with Eumundi Cemetery to facilitate burials that return gently to the earth, without chemical embalming or concrete vaults.

From initial planning through to the final farewell, our dedicated team is here to provide caring, comprehensive support. Traditional Funerals is here to help you create a meaningful, respectful tribute that honours both your loved one and the environment.

Natural burials provide a straightforward and environmentally friendly way to lay a loved one to rest. While the process is simple, there are important guidelines to follow—such as burial depth, location and the materials used—to ensure everything is carried out properly and respectfully. These guidelines help maintain the integrity and purpose of a natural burial.

The guidelines surrounding natural burials are not restrictions—they are a guarantee of integrity, safety and environmental care. By choosing a natural burial at Eumundi Cemetery, and working with our experienced funeral directors at Traditional Funerals, you can be assured that your farewell honours both your loved one and the planet.

Let nature be the resting place, and let Traditional Funerals guide the way.