Being buried at sea is often associated historically with long voyages customarily performed by the captain of a ship when a passenger died during their trip across the ocean. If a person wishes to be buried at sea it is usually allowed if they were sailors and/or served in the Navy or worked as a fisherman/woman. In Australia sea burials are regulated by the Environmental Act 1981 and require permission from the commonwealth or state government to take place. A “Sea Dumping” permit is required and a funeral director will be needed to complete the paperwork and arrangements, of course there will be fees. The body cannot be embalmed and is placed inside a weighted canvas shroud before being “buried” at a depth of over 3000m. Ashes are able to be cast into the sea or on an Australian beach or from a small boat without permission although it is important to comply with local environmental protection authority guidelines. If the ocean is your passion this option may be for you and be incredibly memorable experience for those present. Nb: A loved one’s ashes can now be mixed into a concrete structure used for marine habitat under water!