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Australia just had its first-ever mushroom coffin funeral — a groundbreaking, eco-friendly tribute to a 70-year-old woman named Carolyn. Crafted from hemp and mycelium (the root network of fungi), this biodegradable “Loop Living Cocoon” breaks down in just 45 days, turning into nutrient-rich soil instead of polluting the earth. Inspired by Dutch innovation and cleared through Australia’s strict biosecurity rules, it’s now available locally via Loop Biotech. Carolyn’s husband called it a fitting final act — honoring her spirit while giving back to nature. As demand for green funerals surges, this mushroom coffin may signal a major shift in how we say goodbye Down Under.

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