Call to arrange move with Wonthaggi Removals & Storage
Advise periodicals and other subscriptions of change of address
Have a “spring clean” and throw out things you don’t need . BE STRONG
Start using up frozen foods.
Notify the appropriate government departments to ensure continuation of child endowment or pension etc.
Contact the registrar of the children,s new school.
Notify hire purchase company when making your next payment.
3 Weeks before
Start packing .Remember to label box contents clearly.
Buy boxes from Wonthaggi Removals & Storage.
Plan how your furniture will fit into your new home.
Sell or donate unwanted furniture.
2 Weeks before
Notify the water authority, allowing 10 working days for a final meter reading.
Notify Telstra for final reading, apply to have new phone connected at new address , again allow 10 working days.
Notify banks, credit card agencies, health funds of change of address.
10 Days before
Your packing should be close to finished.
Check if you need more packing materials.
Notify power & gas utilities for final readings.
Finalise any outstanding accounts.
7 Days before
Return library books.
Cancel paper deliveries.
Notify Post office. For a fee they will redirect mail for 12 months.
3 Days before
Flammable liquids and dangerous goods cannot be transported or stored, so you’ll need to dispose of cleaning fluids, lawn mower fuel and so on.
Make arrangements for someone to look after young children and pets for the moving day.
Gas cylinders cannot be stored or transported, make arrangements for them to be transported in an open vehicle or return them to your “swap n go” depot.
1 Day before
Empty fridge & freezer, wipe dry.
Place pot plants in plastic lined cartons
Pack all things you use often, mark “LOAD LAST” so it’s the first unloaded.
Keep tea, coffee & snacks handy for moving day. Both you and the moving team will appreciate it on moving day.
Today’s the day
Firstly RELAX!
Stay around until everything is loaded.
Check all rooms and cupboards.
Check all taps & switches are turned off.
Lock all doors and windows.
Within 7 days
Advise taxation office of your new address within 7 days.
Notify Vic Roads and alter vehicle registration & drivers licence.
