Planning a funeral can be overwhelming, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you are planning a funeral, we hope this information can assist you to understand the current restrictions in place for funerals.

Tony Monte Funeral Services remains committed to providing a respectful and inclusive farewell despite the strict limitations on physical attendance at funeral ceremonies. 

From December 14, 2020 the maximum number attendees for a funeral service is 200 people. The cap of 200 guests applies to all ceremonies, regardless of the funeral venue and does not differ whether the service is held indoors or outdoors.

Attendees at funeral ceremonies in South Australia will need to observe the following:

• The 1 person per 2 square metre rule is applied at the funeral venue.
• Guests are encouraged to keep 1.5 metre distance apart from others where possible. This does not apply to those who attend a funeral as a group, such as members of the same household, family or people who otherwise regularly associate with each other. 
• Travel restrictions will continue to be applied. Visit the SA Government website for more current information.
• Records of attendees will be kept by to assist SA Health in contact tracing. It is encouraged that all those attending a service provide their details for contact tracing purposes, those entering the chapel should scan the QR code prior to entry. If an attendee does not have a smartphone or is unable to scan their device, a contact tracing record form will be available at the entrance of the chapel. This register will only be provided to an authorised SA Health Officer if requested.
• Food and beverages at funeral services may only be consumed while seated, unless served at a licence’s premises.

Taking into consideration the new rulings, the maximum number of guests allowed in the Tony Monte Funeral Chapel is 75 (excluding necessary staff) with an additional 64 attendees allowed outside in designated areas. 

Additional seating will be made available outside with the service being broadcast on the outdoor projection screen when required.

In response, we will continue to have the following service options available to families, friends and mourners who are unable to attend funeral ceremonies.