Tauranga funeral directors criticise council burial and cremation fee increases
Wednesday 25 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story Tauranga City Council
Tauranga funeral directors have expressed disappointment regarding Tauranga City Council's decision to increase burial and cremation fees. Starting 1 July, new charges include a $200 same-day cremation fee and a $1030 non-resident burial fee at Pyes Pā cemetery. Industry professionals say these hikes will increase costs for customers.