Direct cremations for a better farewell
Because every goodbye is different
$1,799
*for Sydney region – pricing may vary
Private Cremation Services provide direct cremations and take care of all the essentials so that you can say farewell in your own way.

Our Point of Difference
We offer professional cremation services prioritising affordability, transparency, and compassionate care.
We support families by providing personalised assistance for all needs.

Affordable & Transparent Pricing
We offer the most affordable direct cremation services in NSW and ACT, with transparent, straightforward pricing and no hidden fees.

Compassionate, Personalised Service
As an independent business, we support families with care, respect, and offer guidance at every step of the process.

Customisable, Flexible Farewell
Say goodbye on your terms. We offer a personalised approach, free from the constraints of conventional funeral services.

Support Available 24/7
We’re available 24/7 to help. Call Private Cremation Services to connect with your dedicated funeral arranger at your convenience.
Respectful & Professional Cremation Services
At Private Cremation Services, we understand that farewells to a loved one are never easy. In life’s most challenging times, we provide the care, support, and respect you and your family deserve.
With careful attention to every detail, we guide you through each step, respecting both you and your loved one.
Our Services

Direct Cremation Service
A respectful, unattended cremation allowing families to honour their loved ones in their own way.

Memorial Service
A personalised tribute held after cremation, giving you the flexibility to choose when, where, and how you say goodbye.

Prepaid Funerals Service
Plan ahead for peace of mind. Prepaying for your funeral ensures your wishes are respected while easing future financial burden for your family.
What We Offer
We offer a streamlined, transparent, and respectful farewell option that guarantees cost efficiency without compromising care or professionalism. Our approach realigns expenses, providing a clear and affordable alternative to traditional services.
Instead of allocating a substantial portion of costs to expensive materials, we focus on sustainable and environmentally responsible options. This helps minimise financial burdens and reduces our overall environmental impact.
We’ll transfer your loved one into our care from anywhere in New South Wales or Australian Capital Territory, without delay to one of our care facilities.
Our experienced funeral arrangers will handle the cremation service with compassion, using an environmentally-friendly coffin.
We’ll liaise with the nominated facility and assist with all the administrative paperwork to process the official death certificate required for estate administration, sent directly to you.
Your loved one’s ashes will be returned to you promptly, as nominated by you, after the service has occurred so you can say goodbye your own way.

The Heart Behind Our Services
Alexa Heckmann – A Modern Approach to Compassionate Farewells
Alexa Heckmann founded Private Cremation Services with a clear vision—to offer simple, respectful, and affordable cremation options. With years of experience in the funeral industry, she is dedicated to making end-of-life care more accessible and transparent.
Passionate about supporting families, Alexa believes in clear pricing and straightforward services, ensuring you have the information needed to make the right choice for your loved one. Every farewell is unique, and she is committed to providing options that respect each family’s needs with care and understanding.
Learn MoreMy father and I are grateful to Alexa who was sensitive in the way she handled my mother's cremation. Arranging his wife's funeral was a stressful time after 63 years of marriage yet Alexa was very patient and kind. Her sincerity and integrity allowed me to relax and feel comfortable.
We are deeply grateful for the phone call that took us to Alexa; a simple chance that meant we were seen and heard. Our needs were met simply and gracefully. We only have gratitude and peace with how our daughter's cremation was handled. Thank you Alexa. I can never thank you enough.
The manner in which Alexa worked with our family under such stress and grieving was exemplary. We wish to thank her for her time and expertise. Sadly it may come to pass that we will need use of services such as yours and it will be without reservation that we recommend you.
Alexa showed such wonderful compassion and empathy for our huge and devastating loss. She patiently helped us arrange dad's cremation and answered each and every question we had with genuine care and kindness. We were in such a vulnerable emotional state yet Alexa gave us all the time we needed.
The Heart Behind Our Services
Alexa Heckmann – A Modern Approach to Compassionate Farewells
Alexa Heckmann founded Private Cremation Services with a clear vision—to offer simple, respectful, and affordable cremation options. With years of experience in the funeral industry, she is dedicated to making end-of-life care more accessible and transparent.
Passionate about supporting families, Alexa believes in clear pricing and straightforward services, ensuring you have the information needed to make the right choice for your loved one. Every farewell is unique, and she is committed to providing options that respect each family’s needs with care and understanding.
Learn MoreWe’re available 24/7 to arrange the transfer of your loved one into our care and begin the necessary paperwork.
Transfers from a residence, aged care facility, or private hospital typically occur within 3 hours. Hospital or Coroner transfers may take longer.
Your loved one will be transferred to our trusted mortuary facility for preparation.
We will assist with all required legal and administrative documents, providing support 24/7.
The cremation will take place at Macarthur Grange Crematorium, Smeaton Grange, NSW.
The process typically takes about 10 days, depending on necessary clearances and paperwork.
The death certificate is typically received by registered post within 10-15 days after cremation.
No upfront payment is required. Payment is requested once the cremation is scheduled, with flexible payment options available.