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Moving Checklist

Everything you need for a smooth, stress-free move.

 

Before Your Move

  • Request your quote
    Contact our team to organise your personalised quote.
  • Secure your booking
    Lock in your moving date and return your acceptance form.
  • Start early
    Packing takes time. Getting ahead will reduce stress.
  • Organise materials
    Arrange cartons, tape, and labels (we supply and sell these).
  • Declutter
    Donate, sell, or dispose of anything you no longer need.

Packing Tips

  • Label everything
    Include your name and destination room on every box.
  • Use sturdy cartons
    Removalist-grade boxes offer the best protection. Available to purchase at our facility.
  • Keep boxes manageable
    Aim for 15-20kg max per carton.
  • Protect fragile items
    Wrap well and clearly mark as Fragile.
  • Pack an essentials box
    Keep daily items (chargers, toiletries, documents) handy.
  • Skip newspaper
    Use butchers paper to avoid marks on your items.

Preparing for Moving Day

  • Furniture prep
    Wipe down items (avoid polish or wax).
  • Outdoor equipment
    Clean and empty fuel from tools like mowers and whipper snippers.
  • Fridge and washing machines ready
    Defrost and dry prior to moving day.
  • Group plants together
    Avoid watering 48 hours prior if possible.
  • Advise access details
    Let us know about stairs, driveways, or tight access.
  • Check restricted items
    Items like paint, gas bottles, and fuel cannot be transported. 

Moving Day

Sit back and relax – our experienced team will take care of the heavy lifting, loading, and transport.

After Your Move

  • Unpack at your own pace
  • Flatten any borrowed cartons
  • Contact us to arrange collection if necessary

CHANGE OF ADDRESS CHECKLIST

Don’t forget to update your details with the following:

Financial & Government

  • Bank & financial institutions
  • Superannuation fund
  • Insurance providers (home, contents, car, health)
  • Medicare
  • Centrelink
  • Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
  • Service NSW (driver’s licence & vehicle registration)
  • Electoral enrolment

Utilities & Home Services

  • Electricity provider
  • Gas supplier
  • Water provider
  • Internet & NBN
  • Mobile & telephone
  • Home security services

Personal & Family

  • Family & friends
  • Employer & payroll
  • Schools, preschool & childcare
  • Doctor, dentist & medical providers
  • Vet & pet registrations

Memberships & Subscriptions

  • Club memberships
  • Gym & fitness memberships
  • Subscription services (streaming, magazines, etc.)
  • Loyalty programs (e.g. Flybuys, Woolworths Rewards, airline programs)

Mail Redirection

  • Set up mail redirection with Australia Post to ensure you don’t miss important mail during your move.

Helpful Tip

Try to update your address at least 1-2 weeks before your move to avoid disruptions to billing, services, or important correspondence.

 

Need a quotation?

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Removal tips

Preparing
  • Defrost your refrigerator in time for moving day.
  • It’s useful to keep a notebook at hand to write down reminders.
  • Get in touch with utility companies to verify service start dates at your new home.
Packing and labelling
  • Label boxes on all sides so you can see what it contains in a stack without having to move everything around.
  • Clearly mark boxes containing fragile goods.
  • Pack a suitcase with clothes and toiletries like you’re going on a trip for a few days.

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