What happens when the Coroner is involved?

When a death is deemed “Reportable” the process for cremation or burial will take on a different trajectory to an “Expected” death.

First of all, the coroner will be notified.
Your loved one will be transported from the place of death to the coronial services building in Southbank.
The senior next of kin will need to be established.
Staff from the Coronial Admissions and Enquiries (CAE) will talk through key decisions with the senior next of kin.
During this process, you are able to contact your funeral director immediately. You do not need to wait for the coroner’s investigation to finish to do this.

For more detailed information CLICK HERE to take you to the Coroner’s Court of Victoria – information for families page.

The following list may assist you in contacting relevant people and organisations when a death has occurred: Australian Electoral Commission

When a death is deemed “Reportable” the process for cremation or burial will take on a different trajectory to an

If you are the senior next of kin, you will be required to be involved in some important processes and