Funerals in Wondai: a local guide for families
Wondai Cemetery, service venues, costs and first steps for Wondai families, from Killick Family Funerals in Kingaroy.
The short answer: Wondai families can arrange a funeral through Killick Family Funerals, a family-run funeral home about 20 minutes away at 44 Alford Street, Kingaroy. We answer the phone ourselves, day or night, can usually be with you within an hour, and there's no travel fee within the South Burnett. Burials in town are held at Wondai Cemetery on the Bunya Highway, which is run by South Burnett Regional Council and has lawn and monumental sections and a place for ashes. A direct cremation costs $2,950, and a burial service starts from $6,540 plus cemetery costs.
If someone you love has died in Wondai, or you're planning ahead, this guide covers what to do first, how burials at Wondai Cemetery work, where to hold a service, and what it costs. We're the Killicks, and we'd be honoured to help.
Who can help arrange a funeral in Wondai?
We look after Wondai families from our funeral home in Kingaroy, about a 20-minute drive along the Bunya Highway. When you ring 1800 607 880, you'll speak with one of the Killick family, never a call centre or an answering machine. We'll come to you at any hour, whether your loved one is at home, in hospital or in aged care, and we're happy to sit down with you in Wondai rather than have you drive into town.
You'll find our local details on our Wondai page. We also care for families in nearby Murgon, Proston, Tingoora and Kingaroy.
What should I do first if someone dies in Wondai?
- If the death was expected and happened at home, you don't have to call anyone straight away. Within 48 hours, let their doctor or palliative care service know, so a cause of death certificate can be organised. (qld.gov.au)
- If the death was sudden or unexpected, call 000.
- If they died at Wondai Hospital or in an aged care home, the staff will guide the first steps. You're free to choose any funeral director. Just tell them you'd like Killick Family Funerals, and we'll arrange the transfer. Wondai Hospital is run by Darling Downs Health.
Then call us whenever you're ready. There's never an after-hours surcharge for a transfer, even at 2am. We'll also register the death with Births, Deaths and Marriages for you. In Queensland, that must be done within 14 days. (qld.gov.au – Register a death) For a step-by-step checklist, read our guide on what to do when someone dies in Queensland.
Where are burials held in Wondai?
Wondai Cemetery is on the Bunya Highway, on the Murgon side of town. It's one of 11 cemeteries managed by South Burnett Regional Council. According to Council's fact sheet, Wondai Cemetery has:
- a lawn section, where a memorial plaque sits on the ground or on a plinth
- monumental graves, with a traditional headstone or monument
- an ashes garden or columbarium wall for cremated remains
Other council cemeteries close to Wondai include Tingoora and Memerambi. (South Burnett Regional Council cemeteries fact sheet and cemeteries page)
How does a burial at Wondai Cemetery work?
Council's rules are straightforward:
- A Burial Application must be approved by Council before the burial.
- Burials must be carried out by a licensed funeral director.
- Council fees must be paid in full before approval. Fees are reviewed each year, and Council doesn't accept payment plans for cemetery fees.
- Graves are prepared for two burials as standard, so a couple can be laid to rest together.
- Council places a temporary marker until a permanent plaque or headstone is installed.
We look after the application, the booking and the payment of council fees for you. Those fees are passed on at cost as a disbursement on your written quote. Council's cemetery enquiries line is (07) 4189 9100 if you'd like to check on a family grave or reservation.
What about plaques and flowers on the grave?
Council's fact sheet says plaques can be arranged through your funeral director, a stonemason or a plaque supplier, and a Cemetery Plaque – Monument Application is needed. Council prefers brass plaques, because they stand up well to the weather. In the lawn section, ornaments can stay for up to six months after the burial. After that, they're moved to a collection point, so keep anything precious at home.
Where can we hold a funeral service in Wondai?
A farewell can be held almost anywhere that feels right. Wondai families often choose:
- a graveside service at Wondai Cemetery
- a service at a local church
- Wondai Memorial Hall, on the corner of Mackenzie and Scott Streets, a council hall available for hire (South Burnett Regional Council)
- home, a family property or a favourite outdoor spot
- our chapel at 44 Alford Street, Kingaroy
Tell us where you'd like to gather and we'll take care of the booking and coordination. On our price list, an external venue fee for a church or hall starts from $300. If family can't make the trip, we can live stream and record the service from a single venue for $330.
How much does a funeral cost in Wondai?
Wondai families pay the same prices as Kingaroy families. All prices include GST:
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation | $2,950, all-inclusive |
| The Gentle Way (water cremation) | From $3,200 |
| Burial service | From $6,540 plus cemetery cost |
| Memorial service | From $6,900 |
| Cremation service | $7,640 |
| Repatriation | On request |
Council cemetery fees are extra for a burial, and they vary. Weekend services have a surcharge ($1,760 on Saturdays, $1,980 on Sundays). Every quote is itemised in writing before anything begins. See our full price list, our coffin range, or our 2026 guide to funeral costs in the South Burnett.
If money is tight, please talk to us. HandyPay payment plans are available, and we've never turned a family away for financial reasons. The Queensland Government's Funeral Assistance Scheme may help when there's no estate or family able to pay, but an application can be declined if a funeral contract has already been signed, so ask about it first.
Is cremation available for Wondai families?
Yes. We look after the transfer and all the paperwork, then return the ashes to you personally. You can choose:
- a direct cremation, with no service, for $2,950
- a cremation service, with a farewell first, for $7,640
- The Gentle Way, our water cremation service, from $3,200. Our water cremation guide explains how it works.
Afterwards, ashes can be kept at home, scattered somewhere meaningful, or placed in the ashes garden or columbarium at Wondai Cemetery. Council's fact sheet says ashes can be placed by a private citizen, without a funeral director, using a Placement of Ashes Application.
Can we plan a Wondai funeral ahead of time?
Yes. Many people plan ahead so their family isn't left guessing. You can choose burial at Wondai Cemetery, cremation or The Gentle Way, and pre-paying with us locks in today's prices. Visit our plan ahead page to get started, at no cost and with no obligation.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a funeral director that services Wondai?
Yes. Killick Family Funerals cares for Wondai families from our Kingaroy funeral home, about 20 minutes away. We answer the phone ourselves, 24/7, and can usually be with you within an hour.
Do you charge extra to travel to Wondai?
No. There's no travel fee anywhere within the South Burnett, including Wondai, and no surcharge for after-hours transfers.
Who manages Wondai Cemetery?
Wondai Cemetery, on the Bunya Highway, is managed by South Burnett Regional Council. It has lawn and monumental sections and an ashes garden or columbarium. A Burial Application must be approved by Council, and burials must be carried out by a licensed funeral director.
How much does a funeral cost in Wondai?
At Killick Family Funerals, a direct cremation is $2,950, a cremation service is $7,640, and a burial service starts from $6,540 plus cemetery costs. All prices include GST.
Can ashes be placed at Wondai Cemetery?
Yes. Wondai Cemetery has an ashes garden or columbarium. Council's fact sheet says ashes can be placed by a private citizen without a funeral director.
Here for Wondai, whenever you need us
Call the Killick family on 1800 607 880 or (07) 4162 5290, any hour of the day or night. We'll come to you in Wondai and walk beside you the whole way. You can also request a free written quote.
If you need someone to talk to, Griefline offers free grief support.
General information only, current as of November 2026. Council cemetery rules and fees can change. Please check with South Burnett Regional Council for the latest.
Sources
- South Burnett Regional Council, Cemeteries fact sheet, Cemeteries page and Halls and venues
- Queensland Government, After a death and Register a death
- Darling Downs Health, Wondai Hospital
- Coroners Court of Queensland, Funeral Assistance Scheme
- Killick Family Funerals, Wondai and Pricing
