Let’s talk about death, dying and funeral arrangements
Hi - I’m Jim from Grinter’s Funeral Home in Cambridge and I’d like to talk to you about the journey of life. There are certain topics that are often overlooked, yet essential to address. One such topic is funeral arrangements. While it may seem uncomfortable or even morbid to consider, pre-planning your funeral is a wise and caring decision that provides numerous benefits for both you and your loved ones.
- Pre-planning your funeral allows you to take control of your final farewell and ensure your wishes are respected.
- It relieves your loved ones of the emotional burden of making funeral decisions during a time of grief.
- Pre-plannning and pre-paying provides financial peace of mind by alleviating the burden of funeral costs on your loved ones.
- Involving your family in the process fosters open communication, deeper understanding, and connection.
- Personalising the ceremony reflects your unique life journey and leaves a lasting legacy.
- It provides peace of mind, emotional support, and the opportunity for an authentic celebration of your life.
Contact the Grinter’s Funeral Home team for assistance in pre-arranging and/or pre-paying your funeral - we’re happy to work with you and your family or download your free copy of our Pre-arrangement form.
Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?
The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
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9.4% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.4% I want to be able to choose.
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47.1% Against. I want to deal with people.
Couple Workshop in Cambridge
An opportunity to participate in a workshop that will enhance and deepen your existing relationship within a supportive environment.
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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