Create a Moving Folder

Store quotes, receipts, checklists, and key documents in one place.

Book a Removalist or Van Compare quotes and lock in your moving date.
Plan for Pets & Kids Arrange a sitter for a moving day or organise a safe space.

2-3 Weeks Before Moving

Start Packing Non-Essentials Label boxes clearly and pack room by room.
Organise Utility Transfers Electricity, gas, water, internet, phone set up disconnections and reconnections.
Redirect Mail Set up mail redirection with Australia Post (or your local provider).
Update Your Address Banks, insurance, work, subscriptions, driver's licence , Medicare, etc.
Arrange Access to New Property Confirm key pickup details with your agent or conveyancer.

Clean the House Arrange a cleaner if needed especially if you're renting.
Plan Your Meals Use up frozen foods and pantry items to lighten the load.
Pack an Essentials Bag Include: clothes, toiletries, charger, snacks, meds, documents, and bedding.

Do a Final Walkthrough Check all rooms, closets, garage, backyard.
Turn Off Power, Gas, and Water Unless previously arranged with the new owner.
Label Final Boxes “Open First” Things like cleaning supplies, toilet paper, kettle, and mugs.
Take Final Meter Readings Record or photograph water, gas, and electricity meters.
Hand Over the Keys

Unpack Essentials First Focus on the kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom.
Check Locks & Smoke Alarms Consider changing locks and test smoke detectors.
Check Mail Redirection Make sure nothing is missing.
Relax & Celebrate Order takeaway, pop some bubbles welcome home!