How much does pet cremation cost in NSW? (2026 prices)
Plain, published pricing for individual dog and cat cremation on the Mid North Coast and across NSW — what's included, what isn't, and what changes the price.
10 August 2026 · Alby & Rachael Koster
In short
Individual pet cremation in NSW typically costs between $430 and $665 depending on your companion's weight and the urn you choose. Harbourside's scattering package starts at $430, silver from $470, gold from $570 and platinum from $585, with collection included on weekdays. Removal only, with no ashes returned, is $250.
Nobody wants to shop around at a moment like this, so we publish every price. There are no consultation fees, no urn upsells at the door, and no surcharge for living further out in our service area.
What sets the price
- Your companion's weight — chambers, time and fuel scale with size.
- Which memorial you'd like their ashes returned in (or whether you'd prefer a scatter tube).
- Whether collection falls after hours, on a weekend or on a public holiday.
Harbourside pricing at a glance
- Removal only, no ashes returned — $250, all weights.
- Scattering package — from $430.
- Silver package (alloy urn) — from $470.
- Gold package (timber box or photo urn) — from $570.
- Platinum package (solid brass urn) — from $585.
What every package includes
Individual cremation with your companion alone in the chamber, a signed Certificate of Individual Cremation, an ink paw print on a 4×6 card, a clipping of fur, and collection from your home or vet. SafeHarbour Verification is included at no extra cost.
Collection charges
- Weekdays — included in the package cost.
- Weekends and after hours (6pm–6am) — $110.
- Public holidays — $220.
- Out-of-area pickup, 100km+ from Coffs Harbour — $110.
Horse and large-animal cremation is quoted individually because weight, property access and distance all vary. Call Alby on 0493 814 474 and he'll give you a straight figure.
Questions families often ask
Is there a cheaper option than cremation?
Removal only at $250 is our lowest-cost option — respectful collection and lawful onward care, with no ashes returned. Backyard burial is legal on some properties but subject to council rules.
Do you charge extra for travel?
Not within our normal service area. Pickups more than 100km from Coffs Harbour carry a $110 out-of-area fee.
When do I pay?
After the arrangements are made — never at the door in the first hour. We'll send a clear invoice with payment options.
Are these prices for individual cremation?
Yes. Every Harbourside cremation is individual. Your companion is the only one in the chamber, tracked by a single numbered SafeHarbour tag.
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