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Can a casket be home made?

Yes a casket can be home made from timber, metal, etc.

The casket must be able to carry the weight of the deceased and must not leak bodily fluids, ie it should be plastic lined.

The Council must be advised of the length, width, depth and shape of the casket.

If you would like to log a request for service, please refer to the below web link titled "Request for Service". This will enable you to supply the details of any job you require actioned and send it to us

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Cemeteries Administrator 941-8646 cemeteries@ccc.govt.nz
CCC Customer Services - Info Line 941-8999 info@ccc.govt.nz
CCC Banks Peninsula Residents Free Call 0800 800 169 info@ccc.govt.nz

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