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Funeral Costs

At Tobin Brothers Funerals, we believe transparency around costs and pricing is yet another way that we can provide the highest level of care for our client families.

Ensuring that you are aware of all your options and the associated costs gives you the power to make informed decisions and can alleviate stress during what is already a difficult time.

Funeral Fee Proposal

Our Funeral Fee Proposal is designed to provide you with a quick overview of costs for the essential elements of a funeral service.

This gives you peace of mind as to what to expect when planning a funeral in terms of costs and options available, and allows you to start the planning process on your own terms.

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Funeral Fees

The cost of a funeral will essentially reflect the personal, cultural, and financial needs of your family, and the choices you make. Tobin Brothers Funerals has a flexible pricing structure, which allows families to choose from a range of services and options.

There are generally three main costs associated with a funeral.

Tobin Brothers Professional Service fee incorporates the various tasks and services typically involved in arranging, planning and conducting a funeral.

Our Professional Service fee includes:

  • Around the clock guidance, expertise, care and attention from a team of professionally trained staff.
  • Service availability 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
  • Transfer of the deceased from the place of death into our care.
  • Mortuary care by experienced and qualified embalming staff at one of our accredited mortuary facilities.
  • Availability of our chapels/offices for the initial arrangement meeting, the viewing and/or vigil, for the service and refreshments. 
  • Placement of death and funeral notices in the newspapers and on our website.
  • Registration of death with the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
  • Making arrangements with all third parties.
  • All necessary staff and a hearse on the day of the funeral.
  • Advice and support following the funeral.

Our Professional Service fee excludes:

  • “After hours" - rosary or vigil prayers or viewing.
  • Full embalming (required for overseas repatriation and other situations).
  • Weekend or Public Holiday fees.
  • Travel outside our usual operating area.
  • Additional vehicles (Hearse included).
  • Payment to third parties, which are called third party fees.

These consist of the monies paid out by Tobin Brothers on your behalf to other parties in order to carry out the funeral in accordance with your instructions. 

These include payments for:

  • Cemetery or Crematorium 
  • Clergy or Celebrant 
  • Musicians/Vocalists 
  • Venue hire 
  • Floral tributes
  • Death and funeral notices
  • Catering
  • Registered Death Certificate
  • Medical Certificate required for Crematorium
  • Coffin or casket
  • Urn
  • Garments
  • Memories and Tributes options

GST is payable on all Tobin Brothers fees and the supply of most related products and services.

Goods and Service Booklets

Download our Goods and Services booklet for detailed pricing breakdowns for your location.

Ballarat
Corowa / Wodonga
Echuca
Melbourne

Adult Funeral Options

There are many different types of services which all have their own associated costs and options.
At Tobin Brothers, we believe transparency is crucial in order to help families choose what is right for them. 

Use the toggle switch to see different pricing options depending on your choice of venue.

Tobin Brothers Chapel

External Chapel

Funeral Service Fees
Funeral at a Tobin Brothers Chapel

The prices listed here pertain to funeral services held at a Tobin Brothers Chapel.

Tobin Brothers Chapel funerals include tea, coffee and biscuits, webcasting of the service and a Celebrated Moments Audio Visual Presentation – a professionally presented program of 40 photographs with music and text screened during the service.

All prices are GST inclusive and do not include third-party fees.

Funeral service in a Tobin Brothers Chapel followed by mourner attendance at the committal service (Cemetery or Crematorium).

Burial $8360.00 

Cremation $8030.00

Funeral service in a Tobin Brothers Chapel with no mourner attendance at the committal (Cemetery or Crematorium).

Burial $7837.50

Cremation $7507.50

One service only in a Tobin Brothers Chapel.

  • Funeral is timed at Tobin Brothers discretion (default time 9.30am)
  • Viewings must be between 8.00am – 6.00pm weekdays.
  • No hearse is provided at the service.

Burial $7337.00

Cremation $6897.00

Funeral service in a Tobin Brothers Chapel followed by refreshments and then mourner attendance at the committal service (Cemetery or Crematorium) on the same day or next day.

Burial $8662.50

Cremation $8332.50

  • Includes unstained particle board coffin (not present at the service).
  • No mourner attendance at the committal (Cemetery or Crematorium).

 $7810.00

  • Single service funeral only in a Tobin Brothers Chapel.
  • Funeral is timed at 6.30pm.
  • Viewings must be between 8.00am – 5.00 pm weekdays or immediately prior to the service.

Services outside of these times will incur a $522.50 fee.

Burial $7474.50
Cremation $7144.50

Alternative Services

The Basic Service is essentially a committal without a public funeral service or mourners at any point. We will take your loved one into our care, provide mortuary services, submit all paperwork and arrange for the committal.

Basic Service $3492.50

  • Essential Coffin (additional $682.00). 
  • Viewing between 8.00am – 6.00pm weekdays (additional $489.50)

The Ottimo Service is a comprehensive package that meets the specific needs of the Italian Community, providing a range of services that might otherwise be added as extras.

In addition to our general services, found in the Professional Fees section of our Good and Services guide, the Ottimo service includes:

  • Staff at rosary (one Italian speaking).
  • Tea and coffee served following the rosary in one of our Chapels.
  • A funeral vehicle provided (up to 7 passengers) to transport the family to and from
    the rosary and funeral.*
  • Ordering and payment of an organist and singer.
  • A leather boxed Memorial Book.
  • Death and Funeral notice in Il Globo.**
  • Booklet framed copy of Il Globo Death and Funeral notice.
  • 150 complimentary Santini Cards with a colour photograph.
  • 150 Liturgy Booklets.
  • One framed colour photograph.

Burial $9762.50
Cremation $9432.50

 

* Includes use of 1 x Premium Funeral Coach and 1 x hearse if required for funeral and rosary.

** Total allowed for Death, Funeral and Memorial Mass notices is $330. You will be invoiced for additional costs exceeding this amount.

 

 

Tobin Brothers aims to provide transparent pricing and funeral guidance via information and tools such as the Funeral Fee Proposal on this website, the downloadable Goods and Services booklet, and through information provided by our staff.

To ensure the best outcomes for families and fairness across the industry, we encourage you to ask about pricing and any other matters they are unsure of before committing to any service.

Please call our Funeral Advice Line on 13 19 34 to discuss funeral costs or any other queries you may have.

Frequently Asked Questions

A Fixed Price Funeral Plan is a funeral that is paid for in advance, at a fixed price. This means that once you’ve worked out all the details and have confirmed the costs, you will sign an agreement between yourself and Tobin Brothers Funerals.

You will then pay for your funeral as agreed in your plan, and we will place the payments into a third-party fund, which is only paid to Tobin Brothers at the completion of your funeral service.

Tobin Brothers Funerals will ensure your wishes are carried out as you had arranged with us, and no additional costs will be incurred. This means you not only alleviate your family of any burden in having to plan and pay for your funeral, but you will save money by only paying today’s prices.

A Pre Paid Funeral is any funeral that is paid for in advance.

 

While a Fixed Price Funeral Plan is a pre-paid funeral, the term pre-paid is sometimes used when referring to funeral bonds and insurance products, though these differ considerably in how they function.

 

With funeral insurance, the idea is that you are paying for your funeral to be covered in the event of your death, however, limitations in your coverage or any lapses in payment may render you liable for further costs. For this reason we do not consider this a ‘pre-paid funeral’ as such.

 

Another option that can fall under the ‘Pre Paid Funeral’ banner is funeral bonds, which allow you to invest money for the purpose of paying for your funeral in the future.

 

While it is a great idea to plan your funeral ahead of time for many reasons and funeral bonds provide funds for future funeral expenses, there is no guarantee that these funds will cover the full cost of the funeral, due to inflation or poor returns.

 

A Fixed Price Funeral Plan means a fixed amount is paid now, for a funeral in the future, with no further costs incurred despite any price increases in the future.
A Prearranged Funeral is when you simply plan your funeral ahead of time, letting your wishes be known and enlisting Tobin Brothers Funerals as your Funeral Directors for when the time comes.

However, as opposed to a Fixed Price Funeral Plan, payment for services is made once the service has taken place. The pricing in this case is not fixed and all funeral-related expenses will be charged at the rate they are at the time of the service.
Yes. The money is securely invested into a third-party fund in accordance with the Funeral Act 2006. The funds cannot be accessed until the death has occurred.
Regardless of how the investment performs, the contract guarantees no further costs unless additional items or services are requested.
If the death occurs outside of Tobin Brothers usual operating area, there may be additional costs for transportation, documentation, and other miscellaneous expenses. It is possible to add “Travel Care” to the Funeral Plan contract, but this applies only to travel within Australia. Speak with our staff to find out more about travel care.
This depends on whether you are purchasing an at-need or pre-paid funeral. For specific information related to your service and costs, it is best to speak to your Funeral Planner or call Funeral Advice Line on 13 19 34.

Payment for a funeral service is generally rendered once the service has been delivered.
For pre-arranged or pre-paid funerals, there are a number of options including:

  • Pay in full – the price is fixed.
  • Take out one Contract as an “either/or” Funeral Plan.
  • Pay by instalments or,
  • Pre-arrange the Funeral - no payment would be required until such time as the funeral is required.

An either/or contact allows for a couple to provide for the cost of the first funeral, thereby alleviating financial burden on the surviving partner.
Yes, the initial instalment must include the Administration fee, any Cemetery/Crematorium fees, the GST payable and $500.00 to open the investment. The balance may be paid in regular instalments for up to 3 years.

No, it should not affect your payments, As the investment cannot be accessed, it cannot be used to generate income for you.
A Fixed Price Funeral Plan will not affect any pension payments and is not subject to the Income or Assets test.
Some clients find that investing funds in a Fixed Price Funeral Plan is an effective way to reduce their financial assets if required.

Speak to Centrelink or Services Australia for more information regarding your personal situation.

Fixed Price Funeral Plan (Assigned Investment)
The Funeral service is accurately priced and the total amount is invested.
The investment is assigned to Tobin Brothers Funerals, who receive the interest to offset ongoing Funeral cost increases.
When death occurs, the Funeral is conducted.
If the funds are not sufficient to meet the cost of the Funeral there is no extra charge to the executor or family.
An assigned Funeral bond, pre-purchased cemetery plots and cremation deeds are exempt from the Assets test regardless of their value.

 

Funeral Bond (Unassigned Investment)
You may invest an amount to meet Funeral expenses, and you receive the interest on those funds.
A specific Funeral Director is not selected, nor are specific Funeral arrangements made.
When death occurs, the investment is paid to the executor to contribute to the Funeral expenses.
If sufficient funds were not invested initially or the investment does not perform reasonably, the executor or estate is liable for any shortfall in funds.
An unassigned Funeral bond is only exempt from an assets test up to the value specified by Centrelink.
(Refer to the www.centrelink.gov.au)
Centrelink must be informed if a Funeral bond is taken out, no matter how much is invested.

It is strongly recommended that you read the fine print carefully before contributing to Funeral Insurance.

Please see our article about Funeral Insurance Pitfalls for more information.

As we approach 100 years of business, this scenario seems less and less likely. However, should Tobin Brothers cease to operate for any reason, another Funeral Director would fulfil the Funeral Service obligations as the funds are securely invested with an impartial investment institution in your name.
Regardless of how the investment performs, the contract guarantees no further costs unless additional items or services are requested.

You can always look to our blogs section for more information about Fixed Price Funeral Plans and other funeral related information.

Further independent information can be obtained from the Australian Security Investments Commission (ASIC) website.

What is a Pre-Paid Funeral?

A Pre Paid Funeral is any funeral that is paid for in advance.

While a Fixed Price Funeral Plan is a pre-paid funeral, the term pre-paid is sometimes used when referring to funeral bonds and insurance products, though these differ considerably in how they function.

With funeral insurance, the idea is that you are paying for your funeral to be covered in the event of your death, however, limitations in your coverage or any lapses in payment may render you liable for further costs. For this reason we do not consider his a ‘pre-paid funeral’ as such.

Another option that can fall under the ‘Pre Paid Funeral’ banner is funeral bonds, which allow you to invest money for the purpose of paying for your funeral in the future.

While it is a great idea to plan your funeral ahead of time for many reasons and funeral bonds provide funds for future funeral expenses, there is no guarantee that these funds will cover the full cost of the funeral, due to inflation or poor returns.

A Fixed Price Funeral Plan means a fixed amount is paid now, for a funeral in the future, with no further costs incurred despite any price increases in the future.

What is the difference between a Fixed Price Funeral Plan and Funeral Bond?

Fixed Price Funeral Plan (Assigned Investment)
The Funeral service is accurately priced and the total amount is invested.
The investment is assigned to Tobin Brothers Funerals, who receive the interest to offset ongoing Funeral cost increases.
When death occurs, the Funeral is conducted.
If the funds are not sufficient to meet the cost of the Funeral there is no extra charge to the executor or family.
An assigned Funeral bond, pre-purchased cemetery plots and cremation deeds are exempt from the Assets test regardless of their value.

Funeral Bond (Unassigned Investment)
You may invest an amount to meet Funeral expenses, and you receive the interest on those funds.
A specific Funeral Director is not selected, nor are specific Funeral arrangements made.
When death occurs, the investment is paid to the executor to contribute to the Funeral expenses.
If sufficient funds were not invested initially or the investment does not perform reasonably, the executor or estate is liable for any shortfall in funds.
An unassigned Funeral bond is only exempt from an assets test up to the value specified by Centrelink.
(Refer to the www.centrelink.gov.au)
Centrelink must be informed if a Funeral bond is taken out, no matter how much is invested.

Funeral Costs

Funeral costs can vary widely, but the average funeral in Australia can range from $4,000 to $15,000 or more, depending on various factors like location and services chosen.
Normally a cremation will cost less than a burial. There may be some cases where a small country cemetery is used, or only interment fees are being paid, where this may not be true. Initial costs do not include memorialisation expenses, and normally memorialisation of cremated remains will be less expensive than the erection of a monument over a grave. There will be exceptions however.

The Tobin Brothers Professional Service Fee incorporates the various tasks and services typically involved in arranging, planning and conducting a funeral and includes our 24 hour availability, 7 days a week, to assist our client families.

 

Our Professional Service fee includes:

  • Around the clock guidance, expertise, care and attention from a team of professionally trained staff.
  • Service availability 24 hours a day, 265 days a year.
  • Transfer of the deceased from the place of death into our care.
  • Mortuary care by experienced and qualified embalming staff at one of our accredited mortuary facilities.
  • Availability of our chapels/offices for the initial arrangement meeting, the viewing and/or vigil, for the service and refreshments. 
  • Placement of death and funeral notices in the newspapers and on our website.
  • Registration of death with the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
  • Making arrangements with all third parties.
  • All necessary staff, one hearse and one four-seat mourning coach on the day of the funeral.*
  • Advice and support following the funeral.

*This is not included in our service fees for Ballarat, Echuca, Corowa, and Wodonga.
  • “After hours" - rosary or vigil prayers or viewing.
  • Full embalming (required for overseas repatriation and other situations).
  • Weekend or Public Holiday fees.
  • Travel outside our usual operating area.
  • Additional vehicles besides those included in service fee.
  • Payment to third parties, which are called third party fees.

How much does a funeral cost in Australia?

Funeral costs can vary widely, but the average funeral in Australia can range from $4,000 to $15,000 or more, depending on various factors like location and services chosen.
Because there are so many styles of funerals, there is no one answer to that question. In general terms, a funeral that is more elaborate will cost more than one that is simple in its structure.
When a Funeral Planner meets with a client family they discuss the different options that are available, and it is up to the client family to select the most appropriate options to meet their needs.
It is normal for the cemetery or crematorium costs, and the various disbursements (such as doctors fees, clergy or celebrant fees, registration costs, press notices, flowers, etc.) to be included in the one account, along with the funeral company fees.
Should you wish to obtain a fee proposal please see our Fee Proposal.

What is the difference between a Fixed Price Funeral Plan and Funeral Bond?

There are generally 3 main components associated with the cost of a funeral:
1. Professional Service Fee - The Funeral Director’s fees
2. Third Party Fees - fees paid on behalf of the family to the cemetery or crematorium, clergy or celebrant, florist, caterer, coffin or casket, celebratory or personalisation options such as memorial book, print or audio visual, newspaper notices etc.
3. GST - A personalised cost estimate can be arranged by contacting our Funeral Advice Line on 13 19 34 or requesting a Funeral Fee Proposal.

What does the Professional Service Fee include?

The Tobin Brothers’ Professional Service Fee incorporates the various tasks and services typically involved in arranging, planning and conducting a funeral and includes our 24 hour availability, 7 days a week, to assist our client families.
Our professional service fee includes the following:

  • Round the clock guidance, expertise, care and attention from a team of professionally trained staff
  • Transfer of the deceased from the place of death into our care (available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year).
  • Mortuary care by experienced and qualified embalming staff at one of our accredited mortuary facilities.
  • Availability of our chapels/offices across Victoria and New South Wales for the initial arrangement meeting, the viewing and/or vigil, for the service and refreshments.
  • Placement of death and funeral notices in the newspapers and on our website.
  • Registration of death with the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
  • Making arrangements with all third parties
    All necessary staff, one hearse and one 4 seat mourning coach on the day of the funeral.
  • Advice and support following the funeral.

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★★★★★
From the time our father passed away to his funeral, Tobin Brothers in East Burwood were fantastic. A big thank you to Judith the funeral planner, Veronica the Celebrant, Mary Anne who looked after us at dads funeral and the team on the day. It went very smoothly and the guests loved the venue and food.
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★★★★★
My family and I were so grateful for the kind and sensitive manner in which Tobin Brothers North Melbourne managed the funeral service for our daughter Meredith. Nothing was too much trouble whenever we had a request or a question. The entire service ran perfectly with no glitches. Stephen Tobin was always available for us and his advice was invaluable. I would highly recommend Tobin Brothers North Melbourne to anyone who may be in the sad position of having to organise the funeral service of a loved one. Antonette Guy
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★★★★★
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Anthony Gherghetta
Anthony Gherghetta
★★★★★
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Fiona M
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Words cannot express how deeply grateful we were to have Tobin Brothers hold my mother’s funeral. Everyone within the company was truly incredible. I especially want to thank Ricki who assisted us in the Dressing at Noble Park, it was such a sacred moment and she did beyond a wonderful job, her role was deeply appreciated and she carefully took us through the process in such a beautiful and considerate manner. It is something I’ll remember forever, so thank you deeply Ricki. Marie and Carol on the day along with Arthur were wonderful and also went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect - and it was. Our family is grateful for your attentiveness, care and support through the entire day and the process on the whole. Thank you again for making my Mother’s Day so special for us and for her.
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Loc Roberts
Loc Roberts
★★★★★
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Jill Mitchell
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★★★★★
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Noel Woff
★★★★★
I have used Tobin Brothers in Cheltenham on three occasions over the past few years and I have never come across a more compassionate, helpful firm in my life. Their local manager Mary couldn't do enough for myself and my siblings. She was just wonderful and so empathetic. Thank you for everything you did for the Roberts Family, Aaron. It will never be forgotten.
Cath Princess
Cath Princess
★★★★★
I cannot recommend Tony and his team highly enough. The care, respect and compassion shown to not only my mum and family when we lost dad but the total care and detail we know was given to dad is a credit to Tony. Our devastating time was eased with his respect, and nothing was a bother to him. Thank you again Tony Jones
Mick Micksta
Mick Micksta
★★★★★
First impressions count and last impressions remain forever. Gina was the funeral planner for my brother's funeral. Gina was so kind and caring from our first contact with Tobin Brothers. The service we received was comprehensive. Paul Hooper was an awesome Celebrant.The Tribute Team excelled with the music and photos and the Remembrance Cards. We were given a USB stick with the service and the photos and a hard copy book of the photos also. The service was also Live Streamed. I recommend Tobin Brothers very highly.
J MW
J MW
★★★★★
Our family would like to thank all the staff at Tobin Brothers for your help and support through this difficult time. Everything you did for us to give Daniel the most beautiful send off was amazing. Gina was so caring and professional and celebrant Warren captured The essence of Daniel perfectly.
Catherine Quinlan
Catherine Quinlan
★★★★★
We held a funeral for my Mother on Friday at Tobin Brothers, Doncaster and cannot thank Tobins enough for their care and professionalism. If I could give them 10 stars, I would. We were supported through the entire decision-making process and never felt rushed. What could have been a stressful time, was made seamless, which meant we could focus on our feelings and memories of Mum. I highly recommend them to anyone going through this difficult time themselves. Look no further.
Sarah Teare
Sarah Teare
★★★★★
In 2023 we had our service for Nan at Tobin Brothers Doncaster. Michelle met with the family and helped us set up a celebration of life for Nan. Who’d have thought a year later we would be back to see Michelle again, for my Dads celebration of life. Dad requested Tobin Brothers for his service, as he liked Nans Service and wanted his to be the same as hers. Michelle is compassionate and helpful, and made the process for us very easy. Thank-you Tobin Brothers Doncaster, especially Michelle.
Costas S
Costas S
★★★★★
Simply Brilliant! George and the team at Doncaster organised our Mum's farewell so well. Everything was done with meticulous care and attention. Communication was very good and the service provided by the team on the day was excellent. They maintained the Greek traditions and were respectful of all the requirements we had. I highly recommend Tobin Brothers for a culturally based funeral or any other memorial service. Thank you, George, Nick and all at Tobin Brothers Doncaster.
Amanda Davin
Amanda Davin
★★★★★
Exceptional service, from our consultant Emma Dufton, Catherine Kleynjan the Tributes Consultant (media), Tom Tobin for his support prior to the viewing and steven Tobin for his support at the service, and all the team at Tobin brothers we dealt with, your service was absolutely perfect. We received our photo book on the day and everybody thought the service was beautiful. We cannot thank you enough! You have honoured the memory for our loved one and we will eternally grateful.
lusi perrin
lusi perrin
★★★★★
Tobin Bros Doncaster organised my husband's funeral and I can't speak highly enough of the service I received. Every staff member I dealt with was highly professional, caring and patient. Nothing was too much trouble. All costs were explained upfront, allowing me to make decisions that were right for me. The chapel itself is quite beautiful, with a lovely outlook on a courtyard garden, a fitting place to remember and reflect, especially when bathed in morning sunshine. They gently took me step by step through the process, without any sense of pressure or hard sell and I was able to give my husband a beautiful send-off. Thank you.
Ebony Tucker
Ebony Tucker
★★★★★
A truly wonderful funeral home that encouraged our family to do things ourselves, not spend a lot of money and looked after us with such care. I was so impressed by their immense knowledge and personal touch. The morticians are incredibly skilled, and I am so grateful for the beautiful work they did to momentarily let us see our loved one again. Thank you everyone at Tobin Brothers Frankston.
Jex M
Jex M
★★★★★
Tobin Brothers made a difficult time as stress free as possible. This is the third family member who they have cared for and each time Tobin Brothers have provided a wonderful service. They didn't pressure me into expensive add ons and gave my husband an exceptional funeral at a price I could afford. I highly recommend Frankston Tobin Brothers. Thank you everyone at Tobin Brothers Frankston.
Dan A
Dan A
★★★★★
I would highly recommend Tobin Brothers Glenroy to anyone going through the unfortunate process of organizing a funeral for a loved one. We went to them to organize a funeral for my father in Feb 2024 after his sudden passing. We had an immediate connection with our funeral director Shannon she was a blessing and made what was such a daunting and difficult time that much easier for me and my family. Our funeral celebrant David was very relateble and felt like a perfect fit for Dad's service. We cannot thank Shannon and all the team at Tobin Brothers enough for their help and support through the whole process. We will always remember the kind work they did for us and are comforted in knowing my father was well looked after and had a beautiful send off.
john schembri
john schembri
★★★★★
What a wonderful send off for my beloved mum, Joanne, I offer you my family's gratitude and love for sending mum off with style and grace, you have helped us like you were family, Ty with much kindness and gratitude Joanne
Steven Galea
Steven Galea
★★★★★
I cannot recommend Joanne at TB Glenroy enough. She made the pre plan process as smooth and comforting as possible. I am greatly appreciative for how she listened and offering helpful suggestions to reflect my mother's future wishes with her pre-paid funeral. A great employee. Thank you.
Bruce Ferres
Bruce Ferres
★★★★★
My Mother and I have said goodbye to my stepfather. and didn't know what to do or who to turn to. Went to Tobin's Glenroy and Joanne sat us down and calmly walked us through the process. Nothing was a bother, and she explained everything so perfectly it all made sense. would highly recommend Joanne she is an angel who came to our rescue.
Essie Taylor
Essie Taylor
★★★★★
Tobin Brothers Ringwood by far exceeded my expectations. Right from the beginning, they did everything to make me feel comfortable and valued. The service was perfectly facilitated right down to the finest detail and I felt Mum's life was truly honoured and celebrated. I can strongly recommend TB Ringwood from start to finish and I doubt any other could exceed their high standard of service and care. Thank you TB Ringwood 💕
Maxine Schultz
Maxine Schultz
★★★★★
Alana was who I spoke to initially at Tobin, she was most helpful and took the time to go over everything with me. Tobin at Ringwood were fantastic, Sean was very caring and considerate they organised everything so beautifully and with such detail, even the funeral celebrant they suggested was terrific. We ended up having the funeral at Tobin in Doncaster as Ringwood was unavailable the day we wanted. Tobin Doncaster team were also fantastic, such a beautiful chapel with the sun streaming through. Everything went so well on the day! Thank you so much.
Ange Arendse
Ange Arendse
★★★★★
Kind, compassionate and thoughtful.. right from the very start of having to go through this experience we found Tobin brothers made the task of having to organise a funeral slightly an easier task. From the moment our loved one was picked up, I knew he was in caring hands. Michelle, thank you for all your support and advice and for helping give our Chris the send off he wanted. The team who were in charge of dressing him, you were on point, and he looked like the Chris we remember. Thank you
Alex S
Alex S
★★★★★
We had my fathers funeral on the 21/03/25 at Tobin Brothers-St Albans. From the time my father passed away at the nursing home on the 16/03/25 Tobin Brothers were amazing. My father passed away early hours of the morning & Tobin Brothers arrived to pick him up, they were so sympathetic/understanding to our whole family. The next day received a call from Tobin Brothers to come in on the Monday to arrange the necessary funeral & they just made it so memorable as we had purchased a prepaid funeral. They went through all the arrangements, music selection & how to assist in making my fathers Eulogy. Tobin Brothers gave my father the dignity & respect he deserved on the day of his funeral. Thank you to all the staff who provided a memorable, special day for my father & our family. Thank you for all your compassion & understanding that you provided to our family. You were all amazing, from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU.
Domenica Rapisarda
Domenica Rapisarda
★★★★★
Our family recently worked with the team at Tobin Brothers in St Albans for the funeral of our mother/grandmother and we cannot speak more highly of them. Brook and Fran were outstanding in their service and their assistance for our family during this difficult time. On the day our family felt supported and cared for, and most importantly we felt comfortable with them like they were old friends. The entire Tobin Brothers team from start to finish, including Walter, Kerrin, Carol, David D and Aldo were fantastic. We thank them deeply for their support.
Adrienne Farrelly
Adrienne Farrelly
★★★★★
Beautiful chapel. Very professional and accommodating staff. The chaplain that co ordinated and spoke was brilliant and along with VIP speakers from the Victoria Police Association made the service exactly what Dad would have wanted. Highly recommend.
Eric Bartz
Eric Bartz
★★★★★
As sad as they day was to say goodbye to our Dad, Tobin Brothers St Albans were absolutely amazing. From the moment we met up with Helen she guided us through to create a service that my family were very proud of. Paul English was a true gentleman and made the day flow with ease. We also used the service 20 plus years ago for our Mum and it was also brilliant back then. Highly recommended 🙏❤️
Michelle Coulson
Michelle Coulson
★★★★★
I just wanted to say a very big thank you to Sharon, for the service that was held for Darren Martin, which was held yesterday Tuesday 25th of February 2025. The service was indeed very touching & will be remembered for many years to come. Also a huge thank you to the rest of the staff at Tobin Brothers Sunbury, who also helped with Darren’s funeral. 🌸 🌸🌸
Sharon Swinbourne
Sharon Swinbourne
★★★★★
I wanted to thank you for the beautiful service you organised for my cousin Deryll. I am a funeral celebrant in Sydney and have heard so many good things about your organisation from my Victorian colleagues. The professional and compassion shown by your staff was not only comforting but it was obvious they truly cared about those attending (which hasn't always been my experience on occasion with other NSW organisations). I would highly recommend you to any families in your area. Thanks again. Sharon Swinbourne.
Tania Mace
Tania Mace
★★★★★
My Dad recently passed away, and I called a few Funeral Homes, until I spoke with Shannon at Tobin Bros Wodonga. Her kindness, compassion and care are nothing short of amazing. This lady is incredible. The sad process was made a little easier by having Shannon there. Her calls and updates, her humour, her tears, understanding, and her thoughtfulness make her so wonderful. I'm so glad that I called Tobin Bros, and met Shannon. She is an angel. I would highly recommend Tobin Bros, for service, quality, price, and above all compassion.
Debbie
Debbie
★★★★★
We were left devastated when my brother in law passed away unexpectedly, he had no funeral fund so we spoke to several different funeral homes. Tobin Bros was the most competitively priced and it in no way did it look like a budget funeral. We were treated with so much compassion and respect and nothing was an issue. We were offered an in house celebrant that conducted the service beautifully, he met with us before the funeral to get a feel for my brother in laws personality and life so that he could really personalise the service. Nikita the young funeral director that looked after us has a maturity and natural compassion beyond her years, she was so beautiful, kind and caring. We were so grateful for the respect and care she had for us and our brother in law. Highly recommend Tobin Brothers for anyone suffering bereavement and having to plan a funeral.
Jessie O'Rourke
Jessie O'Rourke
★★★★★
The team at tobin brothers go out of their way to make us as comfortable and supported as we needed , the went out of there way to help and make everything how we wanted , perfect in everyway, as for shannon the funeral director one in a million, shes fantastic, always greeted us with a big beautiful smile and kind , friendly attitude, makes you feel very comfortable and at ease. You won't find anyone better to do the funeral. Very highly recommended thank you to the team at Tobin brothers . Beautiful job!
Lisa O'Donnell
Lisa O'Donnell
★★★★★
We would like to thank Tobin Brothers Sunbury, for all of their help and support from start to finish during our terrible loss. Tracie, Shannon, George, Steven, everyone behind the scenes, we cannot thank you enough. Your professional, your compassion, your support helped us as a family get through. I would highly recommend if you're ever in need, call in and see the staff at Sunbury. Again thank you. Clan O'Donnell

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Founded in 1934

The first funeral conducted by Tobin Brothers Funerals was for Ena Margaret Price in 1934. In its first year, the company conducted 53 funerals and after the payment of creditors and the collection of debts, it made a modest profit.