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Key info

  • When someone dies in Tasmania the death must be registered with Births, Deaths and Marriages.
  • In most cases a funeral director or coroner will do this for you. A death must be registered before you can get a death certificate.
  • We understand that the death of a loved one is a difficult time. You can get information about support services from the Australian centre for grief and bereavement.
  • The what to do when someone dies life event contains additional information to help you manage the things that need to be done at this difficult time.

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