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How to plan a worry-free interstate move

Moving interstate

You have decided or had it decided for you that it’s time to move and it’s a big one, interstate! WOW! Your first reaction is one of OMG. How are we going to organise this?

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Brisbane suburbs guide to help you find the best location to move to

Moving interstate  |  Guides

So you have the amazing and exciting opportunity of searching out the most suitable suburb in which to raise your family or to just settle down. You’re after a space filled with the vitality and excitement of life, the chance of advancement, the assurance of security and peace, a place where life in all its colour and texture can thrive. Brisbane is a great pick with an exceptionally mild and pleasant climate, every possible facility whether health, education, entertainment or sport that you could need, closeness to some of the best beaches and bayside living you could ever want, and just a friendly inviting community spirit in it’s people. 

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The best resources for planning an interstate move

Moving interstate  |  Guides

It’s a big and often stressful time of your life; the big move! Here is some of the most helpful and popular resources that we have found over the years, that will help make your move less stressful and make it happen with a minimum of fuss.

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Moving from Melbourne to Sydney - Tips to get prepared

Moving interstate

Whether you got a new job offer and need to relocate or you’re simply looking for a change of scenery, there are a few things you should know before moving from Melbourne to Sydney. We put together a list of key considerations you need to factor in before making the decision and also included a few tips to help you get organised for the move.

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Moving a car interstate

Moving Tips  |  Moving interstate

You’ve got everything organised for your possessions, furniture, yourselves and the kids, etc., and the excitement is building about your upcoming move, but suddenly it dawns on you “What about our car/second car?”

How can you get your car to your new home and without adding more stress and travel time to your move? Panic time? Or is it?

The good news is, there are some simple, quick and affordable ways of moving car interstate. What we will help you do is go through the options so that you can choose the road that best suits your situation. 

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What you need to know before moving to Melbourne from Brisbane

Moving interstate

You’re considering the decision to move down to Melbourne and join the latte set or possibly that decision has been made for you for work reasons. So is Melbourne a better fit for you than Brisbane? Here’s some information we’ve put together to help you come to a decision, and then start planning your move.

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How to move my furniture to another state

Piano & Heavy Moves  |  Moving interstate

So you've just made the decision to move interstate, it's a big move with lots of new experiences and adventures to come!

On a practical note, we'd suggest that now's the time to get some move planning started. We know it's probably not high on everyone's top 10 things they enjoy doing, but take it from us, planning your move now, rather than a panicked last-ditch effort to get it done the week before you're due to move - is going to ensure everyone's sanity remains intact. 

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Did you really get free moving home insurance cover?

Moving Tips  |  Moving interstate

Most people are surprised to find out their contents aren't necessarily insured for damage during transit by the removalist, or covered in their home and contents insurance.