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From dust to dust: Is human composting the new way to bury the dead? artwork
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From dust to dust: Is human composting the new way to bury the dead?

Please Explain by The Age and Sydney Morning Herald

For decades now, if someone died, there were two choices: burial, or cremation. But soon, Australians may get a third choice for how they choose to farewell their loved ones, thanks to a growing trend overseas. Today, se...

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From dust to dust: Is human composting the new way to bury the dead? is an episode from Please Explain by The Age and Sydney Morning Herald. For decades now, if someone died, there were two choices: burial, or cremation. But soon, Australia...

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Published Jun 21, 2026, 20:35 long, audio available.