Taylor & Forgie Funerals Balaklava

01/02/2026

Golf - Aussie style!
AFTER being called off due to the heat rule a week ago, Balaklava Golf Club managed to turn on a glorious morning on Saturday for its annual Australia Day 2-person ambrose.
The major sponsor for the ambrose was Taylor & Forgie Funerals, who put together ‘Aussie style’ goody bags for the winners.
Local Funeral Director, Louise Michael, joined in the fun, with everyone enjoying a morning tee off to avoid more hot weather!
Having a blinder of a round was the duo of David Coulter and cousin Andrew Coulter, hitting an impressive 67 off the stick.
Their playing partners, Louise Michael and Denis Eaton, were hot on their heels with 69, but ended up winning the nett prize scoring 63.25.
Dave and Ingrid Brice scored very well with 63.75 to be nett runners up.
Taking out the remaining nett prizes were Richard and Jill Taylor 64.25,Jarrad Mortimer and Nathan Starr 65, and Murray and Janice Smith 65.75.
Other scores were: Kelly Stott/Richard Maxwell 67.75, Clive and Tracey Summer 68, Tom and Angus Lemon 68, Brian Tiller/Adrian Ward 68.5, Lachlan Wright/Reuben Bell 69, Bryn Jones/Kate Green 69.25, Scott Michael/Andrew Lane 69.5, Richard and Caroline Sandow 70.5, Matt Hoepner/Chris Marshall 71, Rick Campbell/Austin Henstridge 72.5, Colin and Carolyn Mutton 73.25, Cherie Taylor/Graham Fleet 73.75.
NTP winners, taking home a bottle of Barossa’s Curator Wine’s red, were Richard Maxwell 3, Murray Smith 8, Denis Eaton on 10 and 15.
Vice captain, Dave Coulter, thanked Taylor and Forgie Funerals for their continued support of the fun event, along with everyone who helped run the day.
"We couldn't run events like this without our sponsors, and we are very grateful for their support," Dave said.

Pictures from the ambrose:
Gross winners with 67 off the stick: David and Andrew Coulter with their Aussie prize goody bags, donated by Taylor & Forgie Funerals.
Nett winners: with 69/63.25 were Taylor & Forgie Funeral Directors Balaklava based Funeral Director, Louise Michael, and Denis Eaton
Nett runners up David and Ingrid Brice, 5th nett Janice and Murray Smith, 3rd nett Richard and Jill Taylor. Absent 4th nett Jarrad Mortimer and Nathan Starr.
NTP winners : Richard Maxwell and Murray Smith, holding his Barossa's Curator Wine prize. Absent Denis Eaton
The winning playing group having a selfie: Dave Coulter, Andy Coulter, Denis Eaton, with Louise Michael in the front, sporting some sparkly Australia Day sunnies!

31/12/2025

Congratulations to Balaklava Bowls Club for hosting a Fours day on Tuesday. While initially scheduled for Monday, due to the heat the tournament was deferred to Tuesday which was a great move. Local Funeral Director Louise Michael was on hand for presentations and to watch some of the action. Well done to the organisers and all competitors who had a great day out!

31/12/2025

30/12/2025

A great day at the Balaklava Bowls Club today. Much better weather also!
Well done to the organisers, players and volunteers for putting on a fantastic event. 👏

23/12/2025

07/12/2025

The annual Christmas Service of Remembrance was conducted in the Balaklava Funeral Chapel today.
The service was to remember our loved ones in the Christmas season.
Funeral Director Louise Michael led the service, with assistance from Rev Flo Walters, and also Taylor & Forgie colleague Casey Clarke.
The family and friends present at the service hung a card on the tree, with a special message to their loved ones written inside.
Louise said the service is always very emotional as grieving family members and friends remember their loved ones at a time of year which is traditionally deemed a 'happy and joyous' time.
"Everyone is at a different stage of their grieving process, so we hope this service, with the messages given, provides some comfort and peace for everyone," Louise said.
Attendees were then invited to stay for a cuppa and time of fellowship.
"This service is conducted each year and everyone is welcome to come along, regardless of whether we looked after your family's funeral arrangements or not," Louise said.
And if you would like to meet with an independent grief counsellor, please don't hesitate to contact our office on 8862 2101 to make a free appointment.

04/12/2025

Recently we farewelled a lovely lady who loved her garden and her flowers.

With bunches of flowers, garden petals and roses, it was beautiful way to acknowledge her life and family.

03/11/2025

What a rain storm! This blue-tongue decided it was time for a little chapel visit. Probably just here for the good vibes (and dry floors)! 🦎💙

06/10/2025

The annual Christmas Remembrance Service is coming up on SUNDAY, December 7 at 1.30pm in the Balaklava Funeral Chapel. Everyone is invited to attend to remember those family and friends we have lost, whether it be a recent loss, or many years ago.
And it doesn't matter whether Taylor & Forgie Funeral Directors looked after your family at that time or not - everyone is welcome to join us for this special service.
There will be a time in the service where you can hang a card (with a special message written to your loved one) on our remembrance tree (pictured is the tree from last year's service), but if you forget to bring one or don't have one, it's ok - we will have some at the chapel which you can write in on the day.
There will be light refreshments in the chapel after the service.
For catering purposes or for any queries, please contact Louise on 8862 2101 by December 5.

01/10/2025

Congratulations to Dave Coulter who not only won the prestigious Moody Cup, but also the Balaklava Golf Club's Golfer of the Winter trophy, both sponsored by Taylor & Forgie Funerals. Dave is pictured with local Funeral Director, Louise Michael. Taylor & Forgie Funeral Directors proudly supports local community and sporting groups.

27/09/2025

It's a glorious day for the annual Balaklava Show - it's not too late to head over to Ralli Park for some family fun!
Some of the early crowd has headed home to eat some delicious Lions donuts while watching the AFL grand final!
Well done to all of the organisers of the Show!

08/08/2025

The new free puzzle books are out - if you would like some, please contact local Funeral Director, Louise Michael on 8862 2101. If your business/club would like to stock some to, please contact Louise to organise delivery to you. The puzzle books, complete with crosswords, sudoku, word finds, quizzes, and colouring pictures, are a great way to pass a few hours. Perhaps solve the puzzles over a coffee with a friend?
The book also has some helpful articles on grief and funerals.

Louise and colleague Sarah are pictured nutting out some crosswords in the latest edition.