Melbourne Funeral Celebrant: Peter Gourlay

18/03/2026

"I would like to thank you again for H's service. It was just perfect."
Lovely to receive a note from H's family, even before I arrived home!

09/01/2026

It's not feedback that makes the celebrant role rewarding - but it's always appreciated.
“Now that things have settled a little bit I just wanted to pass on my heartfelt thanks for your professionalism and caring understanding in our difficult time.
You made the day special for us and took care of everything so expertly.
Thank you so much for your help.”
www.petergourlay.com.au

29/07/2025

What we all should know about grief.
Doris Zagdanski is an excellent presenter based on years of professional experience.

The seminar, hosted by Doris Zagdanski, takes a contemporary
look at grief. When we understand how grief works and when
we practise ‘Good Grief’ principles, we get better mental health
outcomes for all concerned.

We will talk about:
• 7 unhelpful beliefs about grief
• Am I normal? What to expect when you’re grieving
• How your thoughts affect your grief
• Helpful ideas for practising “Good Grief”
• How to “show up” for a grieving friend
• How to develop strong empathy muscles

Fore more information please visit: https://brnw.ch/21wUuO2

24/07/2025

19/06/2025

A simple but beautiful ceremony this morning for LBH - linking family and friends in Melbourne and Perth.
Tributes demonstrated once more (in the words of Maya Angelou) that people may forget what you said, people may forget what you did, but they will never forget how you made them feel!
www.petergourlay.com.au

07/08/2024

Thursday, 8 August is Dying to Know Day
The link below is to a really useful booklet: "Things My Family and Loved Ones Need to Know"
It is produced by the Australian Federation of Civil Celebrants and is designed to let your guardian, executor or family members know what is important to you and where to find things in the event of your death.... all the sorts of things that don't usually go in a will and we often forget to let people know. Remember, it's a guide only.
https://www.afcc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Family-Document-FINAL.pdf

14/07/2024

Thank you Greenhaven Funeral Services for the opportunity to share this special poem 📖
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01/07/2024

IGM loved music, and he bravely chose all the choices for this afternoon’s ceremony …. including a request that we finish with the Brisbane Lions club song!
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www.petergourlay.com.au

16/06/2024

Thank you for sharing your experience, passion and wisdom Carly at Greenhaven Funeral Services. It was great to share ideas with such an enthusiastic and talented group.

09/06/2024

The rain gods seem to be doing the right thing!
www.petergourlay.com.au

02/06/2024

An exciting opportunity for those interested in exploring work in the funeral industry.
A great way to learn from some of the best.

EXCITING TRAINING OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WANTING TO WORK IN THE FUNERAL INDUSTRY!

Greenhaven Funerals is holding a training day for individuals wanting to learn how to plan and arrange beautiful funerals on Saturday 15th June, 2024. This training could lead to opportunities for you to work flexibly as a mobile funeral arranger in your community supported by the team at Greenhaven.
Buy your ticket to attend the training here:
https://www.trybooking.com/CSKEN
If you have any questions about the training or future work opportunties, feel free to call us on 9569 0534

✨⭐️Please share with everyone you think might be interested ✨⭐️

Carly Dalton
Your Funeral Lady.
Greenhaven Funerals.

02/06/2024

Six Feet Under: Design and Death Symposium Something a little different this Sunday morning.
Great discussion around the role and future of cemeteries, and how we remember and memorialise.
Thanks Open House Melbourne