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<strong>Useful</strong> <strong>Tips</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Move</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong><br />

By: Adam Wiese<br />

(University of <strong>Adelaide</strong>)<br />

Abstract<br />

Mov<strong>in</strong>g is one of the biggest household tasks and it can be extremely<br />

overwhelm<strong>in</strong>g. But if you can get a head start and stay organized dur<strong>in</strong>g the<br />

process then it becomes easier. So, if you are plann<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> move <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong> or<br />

anywhere <strong>in</strong> Australia then your move go<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> be more expensive because it<br />

is no longer surprise that liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> Australia is not easy. So here are some tips<br />

and tricks <strong>to</strong> simplify the mov<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong>.<br />

1.0 Introduction<br />

There is no deny<strong>in</strong>g that the expenses of an <strong>in</strong>terstate move <strong>in</strong> Australia are<br />

<strong>to</strong>o high. But this is hundred percent true that there are several ways <strong>to</strong> make


your <strong>in</strong>terstate move relatively easier. a little plann<strong>in</strong>g and preparedness can<br />

go a long way <strong>in</strong> mak<strong>in</strong>g your <strong>in</strong>terstate house removals <strong>Adelaide</strong> a<br />

comfortable and relax<strong>in</strong>g experience. So here are some useful tips for a house<br />

move.<br />

2.0 Reasons <strong>to</strong> <strong>Move</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong><br />

<strong>Adelaide</strong> is a very calm city with a slower pace of life and famous for be<strong>in</strong>g<br />

socially progressive. The lovely southern beaches have the advantage of<br />

nearby beachfront restaurants and cafes, laidback lifestyle with a beautiful<br />

climate and hous<strong>in</strong>g not ridiculously expensive as other cities of Australia. The<br />

people here are renowned for be<strong>in</strong>g amongst the friendliest people around.<br />

These are few reasons out of many why <strong>Adelaide</strong> is frequently listed <strong>in</strong> the <strong>to</strong>p<br />

five of the world’s most liveable cities <strong>in</strong> 2015 and 2016 <strong>in</strong> a survey of 140<br />

cities worldwide judged based on culture, healthcare, stability, environment,<br />

<strong>in</strong>frastructure and education.<br />

<strong>Adelaide</strong> provides all the advantages of bigger cities but will not let you deal<br />

with many of the typical issues that you have <strong>to</strong> deal with while liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> a<br />

bigger city. It is a city which is big enough <strong>to</strong> offer everyth<strong>in</strong>g you need and<br />

small enough so that you can get around it and appreciate it. This city is far<br />

away from the usual bustl<strong>in</strong>g of big cities and provides a peaceful<br />

environment <strong>to</strong> live. If you are th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g of mov<strong>in</strong>g from Sydney <strong>to</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong>,


then there are numerous reasons stat<strong>in</strong>g why this is the best move you will<br />

ever make. Make your move completely stress free by hir<strong>in</strong>g experienced and<br />

cheap <strong>in</strong>terstate removalists <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong> as they will handle all the hassles and<br />

ensure full safety of your goods <strong>in</strong> all situations.<br />

Let’s take a look at Top 5 Reasons <strong>to</strong> <strong>Move</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong>:<br />

1. Affordable Liv<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Cost of liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong> is great as the city is quite affordable, and property<br />

prices are not unreasonably high as <strong>in</strong> Melbourne and Sydney. One of the<br />

major appeal<strong>in</strong>g reasons why you should move <strong>to</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong> <strong>to</strong>day is its<br />

affordability.<br />

Accord<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> a report of a famous property website <strong>in</strong> 2017, <strong>Adelaide</strong> is<br />

Australia’s most affordable city <strong>to</strong> buy a property after Hobart. If we compare<br />

the median dwell<strong>in</strong>g prices of <strong>Adelaide</strong>, which stands at $440,000, <strong>to</strong> other<br />

major cities of Australia like- Sydney where prices are much higher up <strong>to</strong><br />

$880,000. Same goes for Melbourne where it is $675,000, and <strong>in</strong> Brisbane,<br />

where it is- $497,200. Hence the data quite says it all.<br />

Above all, <strong>Adelaide</strong> has been recently named the fifth most liveable city <strong>in</strong> the<br />

world, and a significant reason for that is the super cheap rent. S<strong>in</strong>gle<br />

households are the fastest grow<strong>in</strong>g household type <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong>, and the<br />

ascendancy of this household type is likely <strong>to</strong> cont<strong>in</strong>ue <strong>in</strong> future with the<br />

<strong>in</strong>troduction of new quality apartments, a primary reason why the younger<br />

population us gett<strong>in</strong>g dawn <strong>to</strong> the city day by day. Average weekly rent <strong>in</strong><br />

<strong>Adelaide</strong> is almost fifty percent less than other big cities like Sydney <strong>in</strong><br />

Australia.<br />

2. Incredible Food<br />

Food is one of the biggest attraction po<strong>in</strong>ts of <strong>Adelaide</strong>. Not only its restaurant<br />

menus have world’s tastiest cuis<strong>in</strong>es, but they are reasonably priced as well. It<br />

has excellent eateries, and the food here is multicultural with a lot of diversity.


<strong>Adelaide</strong>’s city centre has an abundance of food options, which offers a diverse<br />

mix of cafes and casual food options.<br />

World-class W<strong>in</strong>e Capital<br />

<strong>Adelaide</strong> has one of the best w<strong>in</strong>e regions <strong>in</strong> the world, and all these best w<strong>in</strong>e<br />

regions are <strong>in</strong> close vic<strong>in</strong>ity with<strong>in</strong> the city. Local w<strong>in</strong>emakers here work hard<br />

<strong>to</strong> produce quality w<strong>in</strong>e constantly and ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> their w<strong>in</strong>e culture. No<br />

wonder, <strong>Adelaide</strong> is known as Australia’s w<strong>in</strong>e capital as it serves the f<strong>in</strong>est<br />

w<strong>in</strong>es here. People of <strong>Adelaide</strong> love w<strong>in</strong>e and if you have some limited<br />

versions, you should surely pack your w<strong>in</strong>e bottles when relocat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> this<br />

wonderful city.<br />

<strong>Adelaide</strong> has some of the most famous w<strong>in</strong>e regions <strong>in</strong> the world:<br />

<strong>Adelaide</strong> Hills– It is one of the most celebrated w<strong>in</strong>e regions <strong>in</strong> South<br />

Australia that produces diverse varieties of w<strong>in</strong>e. A few world-famous<br />

examples <strong>in</strong>clude Shiraz, Semillon-Viognier, Chardonnay, cider, etc.<br />

McLaren Vale– A vast w<strong>in</strong>e region famous for vibrant green v<strong>in</strong>es. It<br />

produces varieties like Shiraz and Grenache varieties due <strong>to</strong> a warm climate.<br />

Langhorne Creek– This is slightly lesser known w<strong>in</strong>e region around <strong>Adelaide</strong><br />

but one of the most peaceful escapes from the state of South Australia. If you<br />

want <strong>to</strong> try someth<strong>in</strong>g unique, then this is the place for you what the<br />

w<strong>in</strong>emakers produce here is commendable.<br />

Barossa Valley– This region has a world-class reputation for produc<strong>in</strong>g<br />

delicious fortified w<strong>in</strong>es ag<strong>in</strong>g over 160 years-old.<br />

Best beer <strong>in</strong> the world – <strong>Adelaide</strong> also makes the best beer <strong>in</strong> the world, not<br />

<strong>to</strong> forget <strong>to</strong> mention- Pranc<strong>in</strong>g Pony ‘India Red Ale’, which is an awardw<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g<br />

beer and has been officially named as the Best Beer.<br />

3. Beautiful Climate


<strong>Adelaide</strong> has a beautiful climate, and the weather rema<strong>in</strong>s lovely throughout<br />

the year.<br />

Beaches- <strong>Adelaide</strong> is a great place <strong>to</strong> live because of it does have fabulous<br />

beaches that are the hot spots for residents, who don’t even need <strong>to</strong> drive or<br />

even walk far <strong>to</strong> f<strong>in</strong>d a spot on the shore. Most of these beaches are less than<br />

thirty m<strong>in</strong>utes’ drive around the city.<br />

Here are some best beach locations <strong>to</strong> visit <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong>:<br />

Glenelg– The most famous beach <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong> set around a hub of restaurants.<br />

You can board a short tram from the CBD <strong>to</strong> reach Glenelg.<br />

Brigh<strong>to</strong>n– An ideal place for family and is comparatively less crowded.<br />

Port Noarlunga– Situated 30 km from CBD this beach that has crystal clear<br />

waters, which is an ideal spot for surf<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

Not only the prist<strong>in</strong>e beaches but there are many other places <strong>to</strong> explore –<br />

some of the most famous family adventurous locations such as- Port Elliot,<br />

Normanville, Moonta Bay and of course- Kangaroo Island.<br />

4. Lively City<br />

<strong>Adelaide</strong> city is famous for its livel<strong>in</strong>ess, and the people here are friendly and<br />

<strong>in</strong>vit<strong>in</strong>g. In a city like <strong>Adelaide</strong>, you will never feel alone because of the warm<br />

and welcom<strong>in</strong>g people over here.<br />

The Festival City– It organises <strong>in</strong>credible world-class shows and festivals:<br />

Mid March– <strong>Adelaide</strong> is the craziest month <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong>. There is a pool of<br />

festivals and events that take place, especially <strong>in</strong> March. These <strong>in</strong>clude Festival<br />

of Arts, Supercar mo<strong>to</strong>r race, Writer’s week, etc.<br />

Fr<strong>in</strong>ge Festival– It is the biggest arts festival <strong>in</strong> the Southern Hemisphere<br />

which runs over 31 days and nights every year dur<strong>in</strong>g February and March. It<br />

is the time when the city is flooded with <strong>to</strong>urists from all over the world.


Artists from different parts of the world come <strong>to</strong> participate <strong>in</strong> this festival <strong>to</strong><br />

showcase their talents.<br />

Other major festivals <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong> <strong>in</strong>clude WOMAdeliade, The <strong>Adelaide</strong> Show,<br />

and Garden of Unearthly Delights etc.<br />

5. Transportation<br />

Travell<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong> is much convenient. The roads are not usually jampacked.<br />

Even if you don’t have your vehicle then mov<strong>in</strong>g around the city is<br />

quite comfortable. There is an excellent public transport system with many<br />

trams and buses and tra<strong>in</strong>s; it’s quite easy <strong>to</strong> get around.<br />

There are suburban rail l<strong>in</strong>es that give passengers views of the ocean cliff<br />

<strong>to</strong>ps. This city is carefully planned that you will never be lost even if you are<br />

new and first time visit<strong>in</strong>g the city. Park<strong>in</strong>g also is very easily available as<br />

opposed <strong>to</strong> other cities where you can spend the whole day look<strong>in</strong>g for a free<br />

park<strong>in</strong>g spot. Everyth<strong>in</strong>g is so close <strong>to</strong> everyth<strong>in</strong>g else that you won’t be<br />

charged a <strong>to</strong>ll for driv<strong>in</strong>g on busy roads.<br />

3.0 Th<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>to</strong> do before a house move


You know when you're gett<strong>in</strong>g ready <strong>to</strong> move, and you th<strong>in</strong>k, "This is noth<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

I can get it done <strong>in</strong> two weekends."? Well, you should really s<strong>to</strong>p th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g that<br />

way because one th<strong>in</strong>g's for sure: Mov<strong>in</strong>g pretty much always takes longer<br />

than you th<strong>in</strong>k it's go<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> take. So, be smart and plan ahead. There's lots of<br />

pack<strong>in</strong>g and organiz<strong>in</strong>g you can get out of the way two months <strong>in</strong> advance of<br />

your move. Click through the follow<strong>in</strong>g pages <strong>to</strong> f<strong>in</strong>d out what should be on<br />

your <strong>to</strong>-do list.<br />

Get Estimates from <strong>Move</strong>rs<br />

Unless several of your friends look like Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, you're<br />

probably go<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> need <strong>to</strong> hire professional movers <strong>to</strong> do the heavy lift<strong>in</strong>g. But<br />

if you put off l<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g up movers, you might not have time <strong>to</strong> conduct research<br />

and get the best deal. So, go ahead and get that out of the way at least two<br />

months <strong>in</strong> advance. Ask your friends and relatives if they recommend any<br />

movers, call the movers <strong>in</strong> your area, compare prices and then l<strong>in</strong>e one up for<br />

your mov<strong>in</strong>g day. Besides a decent price, you should be look<strong>in</strong>g for a reputable<br />

company that is licensed with your state's Department of Transportation<br />

(DOT) and, if you're mov<strong>in</strong>g out of state, licensed for <strong>in</strong>terstate transport. You<br />

also want a mov<strong>in</strong>g company (and its workers) that are bonded and <strong>in</strong>sured. If<br />

you want <strong>to</strong> be super thorough, you can even check up on the company by<br />

contact<strong>in</strong>g your local Better Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Bureau.<br />

Select a <strong>Move</strong>r and Review the Details of the <strong>Move</strong>


Once you've selected your mover, make sure you understand what the f<strong>in</strong>al<br />

agreement is before sign<strong>in</strong>g a contract. Does the bus<strong>in</strong>ess charge by the hour,<br />

by the item or by overall weight? Will the mov<strong>in</strong>g company be do<strong>in</strong>g any<br />

pack<strong>in</strong>g for you? Will you have movers move only the large items or every<br />

item? Is there a special charge for large awkward items like a piano or a pool<br />

table? Are the employees handl<strong>in</strong>g your move bonded and <strong>in</strong>sured? Is the<br />

quote you received non-b<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g or b<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g? A b<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g estimate should<br />

guarantee that the price would not change. If it's non-b<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g, should you be<br />

worried about any surprise charges? For example, say you're mov<strong>in</strong>g from a<br />

house <strong>in</strong> the suburbs <strong>to</strong> a high-rise apartment <strong>in</strong> the city. Will you be charged<br />

an extra delivery fee because the movers have <strong>to</strong> take the eleva<strong>to</strong>r up <strong>to</strong> the<br />

24th floor? And, if there's no place <strong>to</strong> park the mov<strong>in</strong>g truck near the high-rise,<br />

will you <strong>in</strong>cur a shuttle fee?<br />

Collect Boxes<br />

You'll want <strong>to</strong> start pack<strong>in</strong>g up your nonessential items, so you need boxes.<br />

You can buy boxes from a retailer. But you can also f<strong>in</strong>d other ways <strong>to</strong> score<br />

free boxes. Have any of your friends or relatives moved recently? They may<br />

have some boxes they'd like <strong>to</strong> get off their hands. Or you may be able <strong>to</strong> pick<br />

up boxes from a bus<strong>in</strong>ess -- and don't just hit the standard grocery s<strong>to</strong>res and<br />

ABC s<strong>to</strong>res, th<strong>in</strong>k outside the box. For example, if you live <strong>in</strong> a college <strong>to</strong>wn,<br />

check out apartment complexes that are located near campus, they may have a<br />

recycled box network so that you can pick up gently used boxes from someone<br />

who has just moved <strong>to</strong> the area. Or, go onl<strong>in</strong>e -- you might be able <strong>to</strong> f<strong>in</strong>d<br />

boxes via Craigslist or Freecycle.<br />

Beg<strong>in</strong> Pack<strong>in</strong>g Little-used Items<br />

You may th<strong>in</strong>k it's silly <strong>to</strong> start pack<strong>in</strong>g two months <strong>in</strong> advance, but if you're<br />

like most people, there's plenty of stuff you don't use on a regular basis that<br />

can be packed up <strong>in</strong> a box. For example, if it's summer, start pack<strong>in</strong>g your<br />

w<strong>in</strong>ter items -- w<strong>in</strong>ter clothes, heavy blankets, holiday gear. Or you can pack<br />

by the room -- and perhaps the guest room is a good place <strong>to</strong> start, s<strong>in</strong>ce it's<br />

used the least. You decide. Remember <strong>to</strong> pack small items <strong>in</strong> the big boxes and<br />

large items <strong>in</strong> the small boxes. It seems counter<strong>in</strong>tuitive, but it will prevent<br />

box breakage.<br />

Go Through Your Stuff and Identify Unwanted Items


Mov<strong>in</strong>g is the perfect excuse <strong>to</strong> get rid of unwanted junk that's collected <strong>in</strong><br />

your house over the years. The rule of thumb is: If you haven't used it <strong>in</strong> about<br />

a year and it doesn't have any sentimental value, get rid of it. It can be hard <strong>to</strong><br />

let th<strong>in</strong>gs go, though, so you may need <strong>to</strong> go through each closet or s<strong>to</strong>rage<br />

space twice. On the first run, you'll remove the obvious unwanted th<strong>in</strong>gs, and<br />

on the second run you'll remove the items you're a little more attached <strong>to</strong>.<br />

Have a Yard Sale<br />

Now that you've set aside your unwanted th<strong>in</strong>gs, it's time <strong>to</strong> figure out what <strong>to</strong><br />

do with them. S<strong>in</strong>ce you're do<strong>in</strong>g this two months <strong>in</strong> advance of your move,<br />

you've got time <strong>to</strong> plan a yard sale. Yard sales are generally on Saturdays, and<br />

you'll need <strong>to</strong> advertise <strong>to</strong> get a good turnout. So, put up fliers where it seems<br />

logical - your workplace, your church, your community center, the local<br />

library and, of course, don't forget <strong>to</strong> put up signs around your neighborhood.<br />

There are even Web sites where you can advertise your sale. If you're look<strong>in</strong>g<br />

<strong>to</strong> make money, check eBay before you price your items <strong>to</strong> make sure you're<br />

not essentially giv<strong>in</strong>g stuff away. Of course, that is an excellent option; you can<br />

do just that.<br />

Donate Items <strong>to</strong> Charity<br />

If you don't want <strong>to</strong> hawk your unwanted items from your front yard, give<br />

them <strong>to</strong> charity. There are a million ways <strong>to</strong> give your th<strong>in</strong>gs away. Anyth<strong>in</strong>g<br />

from cars <strong>to</strong> appliances <strong>to</strong> clothes and shoes can be donated <strong>to</strong> a charitable<br />

organization. Start by go<strong>in</strong>g onl<strong>in</strong>e <strong>to</strong> see what nonprofits have locations <strong>in</strong><br />

your area and f<strong>in</strong>d out what their needs are. Choose a charity that needs the<br />

types of th<strong>in</strong>gs you'd like <strong>to</strong> give, and then just give. Many nonprofits even set<br />

up receptacles on the side of the road <strong>to</strong> accept your donations. It's easy!<br />

Notify Correspondents of Your <strong>Move</strong><br />

Even <strong>in</strong> our busy world of e-mails, texts and tweets it's nice <strong>to</strong> f<strong>in</strong>d a letter or<br />

card <strong>in</strong> our mailbox now and then. So, it would be really sad if you don't<br />

receive all those lovely holiday and birthday cards because your friends and<br />

relatives don't know what your new address is. Let people know that you're<br />

mov<strong>in</strong>g and what your new address will be. It can be as easy as send<strong>in</strong>g out a<br />

mass e-mail with all the pert<strong>in</strong>ent <strong>in</strong>formation. Or, you can order a pack of<br />

mov<strong>in</strong>g announcements and put that holiday mail<strong>in</strong>g list <strong>to</strong> good use. If you're


mov<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> another <strong>to</strong>wn, you might even get a go<strong>in</strong>g-away party out of the<br />

deal.<br />

Plan Menus <strong>to</strong> Use up Food <strong>in</strong> the Cupboards.<br />

As you start look<strong>in</strong>g through your cupboards, you might notice you've<br />

collected some nonperishable food that you'd rather not pack up and move <strong>to</strong><br />

the new place. So, sit down and put <strong>to</strong>gether some menus <strong>to</strong> use up that food<br />

before you move. It might actually be fun <strong>to</strong> th<strong>in</strong>k of creative ways <strong>to</strong> use<br />

mushroom soup, canned p<strong>in</strong>eapples and spaghetti <strong>in</strong> one meal. And if the<br />

move has you <strong>to</strong>o busy <strong>to</strong> manage this type of cul<strong>in</strong>ary cleanse, pack<br />

everyth<strong>in</strong>g up for the local shelter or a food drive. Or, <strong>in</strong>vite some neighbors<br />

over for a pantry-clear<strong>in</strong>g party and send them home with the goods.<br />

Arrange Air Travel for Family, if Necessary<br />

If you're mov<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> a faraway place and you're not driv<strong>in</strong>g, then you'll<br />

obviously need <strong>to</strong> buy plane tickets for yourself and your family. It'd be great<br />

if you could get this out of the way well before the two-month mark, so you<br />

can watch ticket prices and strategize a good ticket deal. But when you're<br />

transferred due <strong>to</strong> work or you've accepted a new job offer, you don't always<br />

have that much notice. If possible, buy your tickets at least two months <strong>in</strong><br />

advance of your move. And don't forget the family pets -- arrang<strong>in</strong>g their<br />

travel can take even more preparation.<br />

4.0 The ultimate mov<strong>in</strong>g checklist<br />

Mov<strong>in</strong>g house is both excit<strong>in</strong>g and stressful. With this ultimate checklist, you'll<br />

have one less th<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> worry about.<br />

Mov<strong>in</strong>g house tips <strong>to</strong> save you time and fuss.<br />

1. Make space for your upcom<strong>in</strong>g move


Get rid of th<strong>in</strong>gs you don’t need – donate <strong>to</strong> charity, sell quality items<br />

and throw out junk.<br />

Run down supplies of perishable food; get rid of old food <strong>in</strong> the pantry.<br />

Collect boxes and pack<strong>in</strong>g materials - check your local supermarket or<br />

s<strong>to</strong>rage warehouse.<br />

2. Get Pack<strong>in</strong>g<br />

One of the best tips for mov<strong>in</strong>g home is <strong>to</strong> have a solid pack<strong>in</strong>g plan:<br />

Start pack<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> advance. A little pack<strong>in</strong>g each day will make it easier<br />

come mov<strong>in</strong>g day.<br />

Try <strong>to</strong> keep items <strong>to</strong>gether and label boxes accord<strong>in</strong>gly – th<strong>in</strong>k kitchen,<br />

bathroom, kids room and so on.<br />

Secure fragile items tightly <strong>in</strong> bubble wrap or paper and label the box<br />

fragile.<br />

Don’t overload boxes and make sure they are taped securely.


3. Mov<strong>in</strong>g house accounts<br />

If you’re an exist<strong>in</strong>g Orig<strong>in</strong> cus<strong>to</strong>mer you can disconnect your old address<br />

onl<strong>in</strong>e by us<strong>in</strong>g My Account. If you're not an Orig<strong>in</strong> cus<strong>to</strong>mer, you'll need <strong>to</strong><br />

contact your current provider <strong>to</strong> disconnect.<br />

Mov<strong>in</strong>g home means you'll need <strong>to</strong> get power connected at your new address.<br />

You can move with us with these three steps:<br />

1. Compare our energy plans, f<strong>in</strong>d the one that's right for you and sign up<br />

onl<strong>in</strong>e <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>utes.<br />

2. Let Orig<strong>in</strong> know your new address and your best contact details.<br />

3. Choose the date you want <strong>to</strong> be connected. If possible make it at least three<br />

bus<strong>in</strong>ess days before you plan <strong>to</strong> move.<br />

Don't forget <strong>to</strong> update your details with other important services like Netflix,<br />

Foxtel and your Internet provider. Before you move, it's best <strong>to</strong> make a list of<br />

all of your current services, and tick them off as you go.<br />

4. Redirect your post<br />

Save time and use the onl<strong>in</strong>e service offered by Australia Post <strong>to</strong> create an<br />

account and have your mail redirected <strong>to</strong> your new address. You can choose <strong>to</strong><br />

have your redirection for 3, 6 or 12 months.<br />

Mobile phone accounts, onl<strong>in</strong>e subscriptions and bank<strong>in</strong>g details can all be<br />

changed onl<strong>in</strong>e. Government departments such as Medicare and the elec<strong>to</strong>ral<br />

commission can also be changed onl<strong>in</strong>e – a full list can be found here.<br />

You'll need <strong>to</strong> check with your doc<strong>to</strong>rs, vets, childcare and/or schools as <strong>to</strong><br />

whether they have an onl<strong>in</strong>e update service.<br />

5. Organise removalists<br />

<strong>Tips</strong> for book<strong>in</strong>g a removalist


Shop around for a good price, but book well <strong>in</strong> advance.<br />

Have everyth<strong>in</strong>g packed and ready for when they come <strong>to</strong> make the<br />

process cheaper and quicker.<br />

Check that your goods are protected with <strong>in</strong>surance.<br />

<strong>Tips</strong> for do<strong>in</strong>g it alone<br />

Pack your vehicle with all the big items <strong>in</strong> first, us<strong>in</strong>g smaller items <strong>to</strong> fill<br />

gaps.<br />

Keep a bag of items you will need access <strong>to</strong> – <strong>to</strong>iletries, phone chargers<br />

etc.<br />

Have snacks and water on hand <strong>to</strong> keep your energy levels up.<br />

6. Be weather prepared<br />

Everyone keeps their f<strong>in</strong>gers crossed for a sunny mov<strong>in</strong>g day, but unexpected<br />

weather can happen <strong>in</strong> any season.<br />

Ensure you or your removalist have wet weather gear on hand.<br />

Use plastic sheet<strong>in</strong>g and tape <strong>to</strong> protect your stuff from the wet.<br />

Check that no power cords or electrical goods are exposed.<br />

Even if the weather is f<strong>in</strong>e, consider tap<strong>in</strong>g the tarp around soft<br />

furnish<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>to</strong> prevent dirt and damage.<br />

7. Arrange your groceries<br />

At the end of a long day of mov<strong>in</strong>g, the last th<strong>in</strong>g you'll want <strong>to</strong> do is go food<br />

shopp<strong>in</strong>g. By plann<strong>in</strong>g ahead and book<strong>in</strong>g a grocery delivery onl<strong>in</strong>e with a<br />

provider like Coles or Woolworths, you'll be able <strong>to</strong> settle straight <strong>in</strong>.<br />

8. Consider kids and pets


Children and pets have an uncanny ability <strong>to</strong> pick up on all the pre-move<br />

activity. It helps <strong>to</strong> get them <strong>in</strong>volved early on and organise some help when it<br />

comes <strong>to</strong> your mov<strong>in</strong>g day.<br />

Children<br />

Pets<br />

If possible, get someone <strong>to</strong> look after the kids so you can focus on<br />

mov<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

If not, get them <strong>in</strong>volved and let them help where they can.<br />

Pack a separate bag with favourite <strong>to</strong>ys, snacks and cloth<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> keep<br />

them comfortable.<br />

Register your pet with the local council.<br />

Update their microchip details.<br />

Keep your pet's water bowls, treats and <strong>to</strong>ys on hand <strong>to</strong> keep them calm.<br />

Slowly <strong>in</strong>troduce them <strong>to</strong> their new home.


9. Learn about your local area<br />

With the big day over, you can now get on<strong>to</strong> organis<strong>in</strong>g daily life at your new<br />

place:<br />

F<strong>in</strong>d out your new rubbish and recycl<strong>in</strong>g days are.<br />

Explore the local area <strong>to</strong> f<strong>in</strong>d food, shopp<strong>in</strong>g and transport options, and<br />

also the best driv<strong>in</strong>g routes.<br />

Take time out <strong>to</strong> meet the neighbours.<br />

5.0 <strong>Tips</strong> for Unpack<strong>in</strong>g After a <strong>Move</strong><br />

You’ve probably heard lots of advice on how <strong>to</strong> pack before mov<strong>in</strong>g. But what<br />

about advice on how <strong>to</strong> unpack after a move? This process is just as stressful<br />

and, if the number of people who are still liv<strong>in</strong>g out of boxes months after<br />

mov<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> is any testament, just as difficult <strong>to</strong> slog through. Before beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g<br />

your unpack<strong>in</strong>g, make sure you change your address with the USPS.


With that <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d, we’ve got some advice for you on how <strong>to</strong> unpack after a<br />

move. Read on <strong>to</strong> learn more about how <strong>to</strong> tackle this task strategically. If you<br />

follow our advice, you should be on track <strong>to</strong> become fully settled <strong>in</strong> less than<br />

two weeks after move-<strong>in</strong> day.<br />

Distribute your boxes strategically<br />

<strong>Move</strong>-<strong>in</strong> days are crazy. You’ll probably feel rushed <strong>to</strong> try and empty your<br />

truck or van as fast as possible. It can be tempt<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> just throw all of your<br />

mov<strong>in</strong>g boxes <strong>in</strong> a pile close <strong>to</strong> the door and sort them out later. However,<br />

we’d strongly advise aga<strong>in</strong>st this. Instead, we recommend tak<strong>in</strong>g the time <strong>to</strong><br />

put your boxes <strong>in</strong><strong>to</strong> the rooms where they belong from the get-go.<br />

This is where any label<strong>in</strong>g system you created while pack<strong>in</strong>g for the move will<br />

come <strong>in</strong> handy. Ideally, every box will be clearly marked with the room <strong>in</strong><br />

which it belongs. (If not, it should be marked with some sort of explanation of<br />

its contents.) Save yourself the trouble of hav<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> sort through everyth<strong>in</strong>g<br />

twice and br<strong>in</strong>g each box <strong>in</strong><strong>to</strong> the correct room directly from the car. This way,<br />

your unpack<strong>in</strong>g can get off <strong>to</strong> an organized start.


Clean before anyth<strong>in</strong>g else<br />

In real estate parlance, properties need <strong>to</strong> be “broom clean” before a new<br />

buyer or tenant moves <strong>in</strong>. Essentially, this phrase means free from any visible<br />

dirt. However, as any person who’s completed a move recently knows, there’s<br />

rarely time <strong>in</strong> the midst of it all <strong>to</strong> make sure that your whole home has gotten<br />

a deep clean.<br />

With that <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d, you’re go<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> want <strong>to</strong> do some clean<strong>in</strong>g of your own<br />

before you start <strong>to</strong> unpack after a move. We suggest keep<strong>in</strong>g a selection of<br />

clean<strong>in</strong>g essentials – th<strong>in</strong>gs like paper <strong>to</strong>wels, all-purpose cleaners, and a<br />

broom – accessible as you unload your car or truck. That way, it can be one of<br />

the first th<strong>in</strong>gs that you unpack.<br />

Unpack rooms by importance<br />

When it’s f<strong>in</strong>ally time <strong>to</strong> unpack, you’ll want <strong>to</strong> do so <strong>in</strong> an orderly fashion. We<br />

recommend unpack<strong>in</strong>g room-by-room, <strong>in</strong> order of importance. This means<br />

unpack<strong>in</strong>g the whole room at one time, rather than just grabb<strong>in</strong>g the<br />

essentials and leav<strong>in</strong>g the rest for later. Yes, it’s a bigger task upfront, but


you’re less likely <strong>to</strong> have boxes of non-essential items lay<strong>in</strong>g around long after<br />

you’ve settled <strong>in</strong>.<br />

In terms of the order <strong>in</strong> which you unpack, you’ll want <strong>to</strong> start with your<br />

bedrooms first. After the move, you’ll likely be exhausted and want <strong>to</strong> head <strong>to</strong><br />

bed fairly early. This way, your bed will be wait<strong>in</strong>g for you. Next, you should<br />

tackle the kitchen, followed by your ma<strong>in</strong> liv<strong>in</strong>g space.<br />

After that, you can move on <strong>to</strong> lesser-used spaces like your d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g room, guest<br />

bedroom, and formal liv<strong>in</strong>g area. Last but not least, you can tackle any<br />

supplemental s<strong>to</strong>rage areas like a basement or garage.<br />

Declutter once more<br />

In unpack<strong>in</strong>g, there’s one golden rule <strong>to</strong> follow: Everyth<strong>in</strong>g has its place. This<br />

means that for each item you take out of the box, you should have a rough idea<br />

of where you want <strong>to</strong> put it <strong>in</strong> your new home. And you should put it <strong>in</strong> its<br />

place immediately. Any items that you’re unsure about should go back <strong>in</strong> the<br />

box.<br />

After you’ve been <strong>in</strong> your home for a while – let’s say two weeks, <strong>to</strong> be safe –<br />

it’s time <strong>to</strong> take a long, hard look at any items that you still have left <strong>in</strong> boxes.


Ask yourself: Do you really need these items? Do they truly have a place <strong>in</strong><br />

your new home? Have you missed us<strong>in</strong>g them on a daily basis?<br />

If the answer <strong>to</strong> the majority of these questions is no, th<strong>in</strong>k about either<br />

donat<strong>in</strong>g the items or throw<strong>in</strong>g them away. Now is the time <strong>to</strong> declutter even<br />

further. There’s no sense <strong>in</strong> hav<strong>in</strong>g half-empty mov<strong>in</strong>g boxes lay<strong>in</strong>g around<br />

forever. Nor is there sense <strong>in</strong> s<strong>to</strong>r<strong>in</strong>g items that you likely won’t use aga<strong>in</strong>.<br />

Your best bet is <strong>to</strong> give them <strong>to</strong> someone who can use them.<br />

6.0 To Do List After Mov<strong>in</strong>g In<strong>to</strong> Your New<br />

Home<br />

Review<strong>in</strong>g a checklist of th<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>to</strong> do when mov<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong><strong>to</strong> our new home will<br />

make the enormous task of mov<strong>in</strong>g so much easier. Nobody really likes the act<br />

of mov<strong>in</strong>g. It can be nerve wrack<strong>in</strong>g, exhaust<strong>in</strong>g and overwhelm<strong>in</strong>g, with so<br />

much <strong>to</strong> do <strong>in</strong> one day. However, by break<strong>in</strong>g down the steps of mov<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong><strong>to</strong><br />

10 simple tasks, you can streaml<strong>in</strong>e the process for yourself.<br />

Now, before mov<strong>in</strong>g, you've undoubtedly reviewed the home <strong>in</strong>spection<br />

report and other types of <strong>in</strong>spection reports. Either the seller has fixed certa<strong>in</strong><br />

th<strong>in</strong>gs for you or you will need <strong>to</strong>, at some po<strong>in</strong>t, make sure everyth<strong>in</strong>g is<br />

work<strong>in</strong>g <strong>to</strong> your satisfaction. But <strong>to</strong>day is not the day <strong>to</strong> overhaul the HVAC.<br />

Further, dur<strong>in</strong>g the f<strong>in</strong>al walkthrough with your agent, you undoubtedly<br />

checked for plumb<strong>in</strong>g leaks, reviewed where your water shut-off valve is<br />

located, and you are confident you can f<strong>in</strong>d and open the electrical panel. But<br />

the one th<strong>in</strong>g you might want <strong>to</strong> review prior <strong>to</strong> mov<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> is the condition of<br />

your floor<strong>in</strong>g. For example, if you plan <strong>to</strong> replace carpet<strong>in</strong>g with hardwood,<br />

plan for this before the mov<strong>in</strong>g truck pulls up. It is much easier <strong>to</strong> replace<br />

floor<strong>in</strong>g before you move <strong>in</strong><strong>to</strong> the house.<br />

Top 10 Th<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>to</strong> Do Before Mov<strong>in</strong>g In<strong>to</strong> a House<br />

Do not plan major remodels or undertake tear<strong>in</strong>g out walls until you have<br />

lived <strong>in</strong> the house for a while. I cannot believe the th<strong>in</strong>gs so many buyers say<br />

they will do and never get around <strong>to</strong>. Buyers might talk about the horrid pa<strong>in</strong>t


color <strong>in</strong> a room and years later, that wall is not pa<strong>in</strong>ted. Or they might say:<br />

first th<strong>in</strong>g I'm gonna do is tear out those kitchen cab<strong>in</strong>ets, but 10 years later,<br />

the cab<strong>in</strong>ets are still <strong>in</strong>tact.<br />

Work through the process one step at a time. And remember, your first day of<br />

mov<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> will most likely be the most stressful. After that, th<strong>in</strong>gs will tend <strong>to</strong><br />

fall <strong>in</strong><strong>to</strong> place.<br />

1. Turn on Utilities. If you haven't already notified the utility companies <strong>to</strong><br />

transfer gas, water, electrical, trash and sewer <strong>in</strong><strong>to</strong> your name, you need <strong>to</strong><br />

call. In some localities, county utilities might be transferred by the escrow<br />

company, but it's a good idea <strong>to</strong> <strong>in</strong>quire about this at clos<strong>in</strong>g. The time <strong>to</strong> f<strong>in</strong>d<br />

out you have no electricity is not when the sun goes down.<br />

2. Sequester Pets. Mov<strong>in</strong>g your pets <strong>in</strong><strong>to</strong> a new home can be a terrify<strong>in</strong>g<br />

experience for some pets. The surround<strong>in</strong>gs are unfamiliar. Maybe scary.<br />

Br<strong>in</strong>g blankets, food dishes, litter boxes, <strong>to</strong>ys and treats <strong>in</strong> a separate box for<br />

your pets. Then place those items, with your pets, <strong>in</strong> a separate room. Away<br />

from the noise, commotion hustle and bustle. Help them feel safe and reduce<br />

the chance they will bolt out the front door.<br />

3. Change the Locks. You have no idea how many strangers could have keys<br />

<strong>to</strong> your new home. Call a locksmith pron<strong>to</strong> and get those locks changed. If<br />

your door is miss<strong>in</strong>g a deadbolt, a locksmith can <strong>in</strong>stall that, <strong>to</strong>o. Most mobile<br />

locksmiths charge around $100 <strong>to</strong> make a home visit, plus extra for the keys.<br />

This is a good time <strong>to</strong> change all the locks <strong>to</strong> work with a s<strong>in</strong>gle key. Bonus tip:<br />

Come up with a plan <strong>to</strong> prevent gett<strong>in</strong>g locked out of the house.<br />

4. Plug <strong>in</strong> Refrigera<strong>to</strong>r. Make sure all of the appliances are plugged <strong>in</strong> and<br />

work<strong>in</strong>g. Many people while mov<strong>in</strong>g out unplug a refrigera<strong>to</strong>r and turn it off.<br />

If you haven't gone grocery shopp<strong>in</strong>g yet, you would not even know the<br />

refrigera<strong>to</strong>r was not work<strong>in</strong>g unless you check. Check the ice dispenser is<br />

work<strong>in</strong>g as well. And who knows, sometimes sellers leave a surprise bottle of<br />

bubbly <strong>in</strong> the 'frig for buyers.<br />

5. Change Mail<strong>in</strong>g Address. F<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g local bus<strong>in</strong>esses after you move is about<br />

as hard as ask<strong>in</strong>g, "Hey, Siri, where is the post office?" With Locations turned<br />

on, your cellphone can locate many bus<strong>in</strong>esses for you. The U.S.P.S. lets you<br />

change your mail<strong>in</strong>g address onl<strong>in</strong>e. Even so, they will likely mix up mail for a<br />

while, and not all of it tends <strong>to</strong> get forwarded. For that reason, change your


mail<strong>in</strong>g address on your last credit card statements or onl<strong>in</strong>e for all major<br />

credit cards.<br />

6. Set Up Security. For safety conscious people, a home security system is<br />

often a necessity for peace of m<strong>in</strong>d. If your home already has the equipment<br />

<strong>in</strong>stalled, it will take next <strong>to</strong> no time for the security company <strong>to</strong> activate it.<br />

Some companies <strong>in</strong>stall systems that let you set the security alarm when you<br />

are <strong>in</strong>side the home at night, which is extra comfort for s<strong>in</strong>gle <strong>in</strong>dividuals.<br />

Choose strong security codes, one for you and one for guests.<br />

7. Establish Internet. If your security system uses cameras, they might be<br />

wired <strong>to</strong> work on WiFi, which means even without a computer, you could<br />

need Internet at your house. Also, the popular digital doorbells use WiFi. So,<br />

do home-based apps that turn on and off the lights, open garage doors and<br />

water your lawn. While the tech person is there <strong>to</strong> connect you <strong>to</strong> WiFi, don't<br />

forget <strong>to</strong> set up the television <strong>to</strong> stream your favorite shows.<br />

8. Order Food and Dr<strong>in</strong>k. Some people pack snacks <strong>to</strong> take with on the day of<br />

mov<strong>in</strong>g. Others want <strong>to</strong> feed not only themselves but the movers and / or<br />

friends help<strong>in</strong>g them <strong>to</strong> upload. Nowadays your options are not limited <strong>to</strong><br />

pizza and soft dr<strong>in</strong>ks. Further, mov<strong>in</strong>g day is not a good day <strong>to</strong> plan <strong>to</strong> cook.<br />

Get take-out from the Ch<strong>in</strong>ese jo<strong>in</strong>t down the street or order a case of beer <strong>to</strong><br />

be delivered through your favorite food delivery app. Keep plenty of bottled<br />

water on hand.<br />

9. Establish Sleep<strong>in</strong>g Arrangements. Don't wait until midnight <strong>to</strong> figure out<br />

that all the movers have left and you can't f<strong>in</strong>d the screws <strong>to</strong> set up your bed.<br />

Or you don't have any pillows or bedd<strong>in</strong>g. The first piece of furniture <strong>to</strong> be set<br />

up should always be the beds. Everyth<strong>in</strong>g else can wait. Most people also pack<br />

an overnight bag that conta<strong>in</strong>s all of the essentials you will need upon retir<strong>in</strong>g<br />

and ris<strong>in</strong>g, such as <strong>to</strong>othpaste, brushes, contact lenses and medications.<br />

10. Meet the Neighbors. Hopefully the neighbors will appear bear<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Tupperware meals or plates full of cookies. If you spot them eye<strong>in</strong>g you<br />

unload<strong>in</strong>g boxes, <strong>in</strong>vite them over. They should know enough <strong>to</strong> just walk<br />

over and <strong>in</strong>troduce themselves, but some do not. Or, they worry they are<br />

<strong>in</strong>trud<strong>in</strong>g. Make a special effort <strong>to</strong> remember names. Don't be that guy whom<br />

for years ignores a super nice woman next door because you don't want <strong>to</strong><br />

admit you don't know her name.


Conclusion<br />

<strong>Adelaide</strong> is much <strong>in</strong>expensive and affordable city <strong>to</strong> live as compare <strong>to</strong> other<br />

cities <strong>in</strong> Australia. It is a city where you will get everyth<strong>in</strong>g you need <strong>to</strong> live a<br />

peaceful and yet enjoyable lifestyle. That is why many people move from big<br />

cities like Sydney <strong>to</strong> <strong>Adelaide</strong> because of its various features and comforts. So,<br />

by follow<strong>in</strong>g these simple tricks you can simplify your upcom<strong>in</strong>g move.<br />

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