Legal & Administrative Guidance

An overview of the key services state BDM registries provide after someone passes away.

Learn how this free national service simplifies notifying multiple organisations after a person’s death.

A clear guide to applying for a death certificate in Australia, including who can apply, how to apply, and why it matters.w

Learn who is responsible and how to correctly register a death with Births, Deaths and Marriages in each Australian state.

When someone dies, it can be an overwhelming and emotional time, especially when you’re unsure what to do next. In Australia, there are important legal and practical steps that need to be taken immediately following a death.