About Tobin Brothers a Guardian Funeral Provider Kingston
Tobin Brothers a Guardian Funeral Provider Kingston is a corporate-owned funeral director serving families in Kingston, ACT and surrounding areas. The business operates under the Guardian Funerals group. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family, a catering lounge for refreshments after the service. Services are available for Catholic, Anglican, Multi-Faith families. Member of the Australian Funeral Directors Association, with 24-hour first-call coverage every day.
Services offered
Traditional Cremation
Chapel service followed by cremation.
Traditional Burial
Graveside or chapel service with burial.
Memorial Service
A gathering to celebrate a life lived.
Chapel Service
Service held in an on-site or local chapel.
Celebration of Life
Less formal gathering with personal tributes.
Livestreaming
Broadcast for those who cannot attend.
Pre-Planning
Lock in costs and arrangements in advance.
Coffins & Caskets
Range of coffins and caskets.
Urns
Selection of urns for ashes.
Flowers & Tributes
Floral arrangements and tributes.
Catering
Refreshments after the service.
Transport & Hearse
Hearse and family transport.
Embalming
Preparation and care of the deceased.
Digital Memorialisation
Online tributes and memory books.
What families say
Kenneth Tabak
Feb 2026I used Tobins Funeral services for my sons burial in November. It took two long weeks to cremate my son, grieving with little communication from the funeral home, police or anybody on how the process works. I was told the coroner was out of town. I live out of the country and was trying to put some closure behind me. I had a list of items I wanted taken care of and was promised by Tobins staff that it would be done. First and foremost was a death certificate, without it you can't do anything. I was promised an interim certificate after the final viewing. I recieved nothing except the bureacratic line of the coroner was out of town and it would take 6 to 18 months to recieve the death certificate and his possesions that were taken and not given back, no inventory of items taken..Little did I not know all of the extra paperwork and money that was involved from the government that I was not informed of by Tobins or the coroners office. What kind of heartless group of people work in the coroners office that make people who are grieving wait for whatever junk you have to do. If this is how the system works, i'm just a workker bee and you do as I say. thats just sad. I have a news flash for the coroners office too, hire more people.Three months down the road with no communication from the police or coroners office and I'm ready to lose what's left of my mind. Sorry excuses and bull do not make a right. My advice to Tobin's, don't make promises you can't keep. You have made my life
SF Campbell
June 2023The team at Tobin Brothers is exceptional and very professional. They ‘met’ online since everyone was either overseas or in another state, to provide an overview & advice. Cameron who worked with us, took time to address questions with us personally when we popped by. He continued to work with us till after the cremation. They are so respectful & comforting. Kudos to a lady at Fyshwick centre when I stopped by for viewing with my son. She showed so much empathy. I was very touched. Highly recommended this family business!
Jasmine James
May 2023If I had the misfortune to require funeral services in the near future, I would run away quickly from Tobin Brothers. I am not posting this review with my real name for privacy reasons, however it is a real review. I don't think there's too much repeat business in the funeral industry but if I ever have to go through another one for a dear family member, I would never use Tobin Bros again. Our immediate contacts at Kingston were nice enough and I imagine they were working within the company's processes but my experience was not a good one. Once all the logistics were locked in and deposit paid, the business was done. The faces we had come to know in the lead up to our planning weren't there at our service - we had two strangers. I understand that may not be the role of our initial contacts, however this was not advised prior, nor was it expected so the staff at the chapel were in effect complete strangers. Then when it came to dealing with the crematorium, there was absolutely no handover process, care or concern about what happened next. In Canberra, everything is managed by the publicly-owned crematorium however there was no explanation of this by Tobin - presumably because there's no profit in it for them. I believe Tobin runs crematoria in other states - at a profit. In fact, I copied our rep into emails to the Crematorium and did not even receive a courtesy reply. The only follow up was a bog standard after 'sales' email. Not happy at all. Use a smaller, family ow
Sam Micich
Dec 2022I cannot speak highly enough of the guidance, professionalism and responsiveness we experienced with Melissa Berluti recently. Family travel meant that we had to arrange our father's funeral in a very short timeframe, and I can't imagine being in better hands than with Melissa. She helped us with things that we didn't know were an option, such as having the Defence Forces provide dad's service record, and ADF bereavement pins for the family to wear. In a difficult and emotional time, Melissa was exactly what we needed, and we delivered a send-off that Dad would have been proud of. We also loved the chapel at Kingston; the mid-century architecture and modest size were just what Dad would have felt comfortable in. Thanks again to Melissa and the team.
Debbie Shields
May 2024Carolyn was such a godsend for my daughter and her husband who lost their baby prematurely. She was supportive, compassionate, kind and caring. Looking after our Angel Skylah all the way. Thank you Carolyn 🩷
Pricing guide
Indicative pricing only. Final costs depend on your specific choices and circumstances.
| Service | From |
|---|---|
| No service no attendance cremation (full package) | $7,574 |
| Professional fee (no service no attendance) | $3,620 |
| Professional fee (single service) | $4,150 |
| Professional fee (dual service) | $4,705 |
| Transfer (no service no attendance) | $800 |
| Transfer (single service) | $1,400 |
| Transfer (dual service) | $1,680 |
| Mortuary accommodation | $345 |
| Standard mortuary care | $575 |
| Coffin (LifeArt range) | $650 |
| Coffin and casket range | $800 |
| Death certificate | $74 |
| Certified embalming | $1,895 |
| Flowers (casket sprays) | $435 |
| Digital live streaming | $199 |
Facilities
Chapel
On-site ceremony space
Reception lounge
Space for guests
Livestreaming
For those unable to attend
On-site refrigeration
Mortuary care facilities
Digital memorialisation
Online tributes and memory books
Cultural and religious services
Services conducted across multiple faiths and cultural traditions, in close coordination with religious leaders and community elders.
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Common questions
Quick answers to questions families often ask.
Tobin Brothers a Guardian Funeral Provider Kingston does not currently list payment plans as a standard option. It is worth asking the team directly, as some providers can offer flexibility on request.
Livestreaming is not currently listed for Tobin Brothers a Guardian Funeral Provider Kingston. Ask the team if it can be arranged through a third party.
Tobin Brothers a Guardian Funeral Provider Kingston does not specifically list Sorry Business experience. For Indigenous arrangements, speak with the team about your needs before booking.
Support and resources
Free, confidential support is available 24 hours a day. In an emergency, call 000.
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