Price Increases – Important message
Twentymans has found it necessary to adjust our fees once more, reflecting the ongoing increases in our operational expenses. Day by day, we encounter rising costs across essential items such as embalming materials, funeral accessories, and critical services like insurance and rates. For instance, the cost of gas for cremators has surged by 20%, following a 33% rise last year. Meanwhile, rates have climbed by 12.8% on last year’s 13.8%, and insurance costs are up by 7.8%. Casket prices have also seen increases ranging from 6.3% to 8%.
In response to these challenges, Twentymans has carefully adjusted our pricing structure to keep pace while striving to maintain fairness. Our professional fees are fundamental to sustaining our operations—from insurance coverage and property maintenance to inventory management, vehicle upkeep, and the livelihoods of our dedicated team.
One of our foremost concerns in the funeral industry remains our ability to attract and retain qualified professionals. Like many others in our field, our wage bill now constitutes a substantial portion of our operational costs. To ensure that we can continue to provide compassionate and expert care, especially during nights, weekends, and public holidays, we have implemented after-hours services and a deposit system.
We are committed to serving our communities tirelessly, every hour of every day.
For more information or inquiries regarding the upcoming pricing adjustment, please contact the team at Twentymans on 07 868 6003 or email funerals@twentymans.co.nz.
Adrian Catran JP
Cert. Funeral Directing.
Managing Director