Moving into a new city isn’t easy. Besides the logistics, you leave your friends and colleagues, and it often takes time to familiarise yourself with your new home. Your kids are also likely to find it strange in their new school.
However, you can ease the stress by observing these useful tips on relocating within Australia.
Notify Relevant People and Institutions
When moving to a new city, the first thing is notifying the relevant people and institutions. Ensure your utility providers know you’ll no longer need their services from a particular date and cancel active memberships and subscriptions. Doing this saves you the headache of notifying them at the last minute.
Make a List
After notifications, make a list of what you’ll carry and what you’ll leave. Humans tend to be forgetful, and relocation stress makes them more likely to overlook important items.
You can make a list on a notebook or a smartphone. Ensure you write everything you need to do before the moving day. Also, don’t forget to include what you’ll do once you arrive at your new home.
Organise and Pack
Once you have made your list, it’s time to start packing. Most people prefer starting with heavier items like furniture and large appliances, including refrigerators, cookers, etc.
This approach makes it easier to clear the house on the final day, as you’ll only have suitcases and small belongings to carry. In addition, it lets you start organising your new home’s layout before moving into it.
When packing, you can choose to do it yourself or hire professionals. The latter approach costs more money but guarantees a quicker turnaround time and peace of mind. Professional movers usually have the necessary gear to relocate you, including packing boxes, vehicles, etc.
In addition, some offer add-on services like temporary storage and cleaning of your current and future houses.
Home Staging
If you own your current home, you’ll likely want to sell it after moving. And to sell it fast and at the right value, it must be in pristine condition to appeal to prospective owners. This is the significance of home staging.
Home staging involves cleaning and renovating your house to ensure every feature is in good working condition. For instance, the stagers will inspect the plumbing, piping, and kitchen cabinetry for defects and fix them. It can also involve applying a fresh coat of paint to make the property newer. It aims to create an emotional connection between potential buyers and the home.
What to Do After Relocation
Once you arrive at your new residence, here is what you need to do.
Schools
Using the transfer letter from your kids’ previous school, seek a new learning centre. If you have problems, contact the education department in your new state for assistance.
Electoral Roll
After settling in your new home, remember to update your details on the electoral roll. You can do this by visiting the websites of the Australian Electoral Commission and your new state’s electoral authority.
Insurance
Contact your insurance firm and request them to update your address details.
Mail Box
Inform the postage company of your new address. Then, you can request a letter sent to the old address to be redirected to your new one or held temporarily.
Pets
Contact the database host to change your address details if your pet has a microchip. Ensure your new state allows you to keep that animal. You will also need to provide documents showing your pet’s medical history.
Vehicle Registration
Book an appointment with a relevant agency for vehicle inspection. This usually happens within the first three months after changing your address.
Final Words
Most people don’t find relocation convenient and enjoyable, as it interferes with strong interpersonal bonds and other relationships. However, it’s sometimes inevitable. Whether seeking better opportunities or exploring new environments, the above tips guarantee seamless moving within Australia.
