Moving Tips & Advice

Expert guides, packing tips, and relocation advice from professional removalists.

Brisbane CBD skyline representing Queensland migration growth in 2026
Industry Report12 min read

R2G Moving Index 2026: 21,595 People Moved to QLD

Queensland leads Australia in interstate migration with 21,595 new residents. Brisbane vacancy rates sit at 0.8% and rents have hit $727 per week. Our full data report covers where people are moving, why, and what it means for housing in 2026.

March 2026Read More
Rows of utility meter boxes on a brick wall, like those connected when setting up power and gas in a new Queensland home
Moving Tips7 min read

Connecting Gas and Electricity When You Move House (Australia)

Electricity and gas need to be on the day you arrive, and internet can take weeks to book. Here is who to contact, when to do it, and a move-day utilities checklist so nothing gets missed.

June 2026Read More
Sturdy cardboard moving boxes and packing supplies stacked and ready for a house move
Packing Tips6 min read

Where to Get Moving Boxes in Australia: Free, Cheap and Sturdy Options

You can score moving boxes for free from supermarkets, bottle shops, and community groups, or buy sturdy ones built for the job. Here is where to look, how many you need, and when it pays to buy new.

June 2026Read More
A pile of letters and mail, a reminder to redirect your post and update your address when you move house
Moving Tips6 min read

Change of Address Checklist: Who to Notify When You Move (Australia)

Updating your address is easy to forget and annoying to fix later. Redirect your mail first, then work through this category-by-category checklist so no bill, fine, or parcel goes missing.

June 2026Read More
Professional removalists carefully carrying a sofa, the kind of insured handling that limits damage during a move
Moving Tips8 min read

Are Removalists Liable for Damage? Insurance, Claims and Your Rights (Australia)

Whether a removalist is liable for damage comes down to insurance and the cause. Here is how moving insurance works in Australia, what it does and does not cover, and how to make a claim.

June 2026Read More
Reviewing a removalist quote for hidden fees
Moving Tips3 min read

Removalist Quote Comparison: Hidden Fees Decoded for 2026

The cheapest removalist quote is rarely the cheapest. This 2026 guide decodes the 12 hidden fees that show up on move day and how to catch them before you book.

June 2026Read More
Tropical North Queensland coastline during wet season
Moving Tips4 min read

Cyclone Season Moving in North Queensland: 2026 Safety Guide

North Queensland's cyclone season runs November to April. This 2026 guide covers the timing, insurance, highway risk, and contingency planning a wet-season move needs.

June 2026Read More
Comparing the cost of moving between Cairns and Brisbane
Cost Guides3 min read

Cairns vs Brisbane: 2026 Cost of Moving Comparison

Weighing up a move between Cairns and Brisbane? This 2026 comparison covers how local moving costs, the interstate route, and the broader cost of relocating stack up.

June 2026Read More
Removalist industry costs and trends in 2026
Industry Report4 min read

State of Australian Removalists 2026: Mid-Year Industry Report

The Australian removalist industry is tighter than it has been in a decade. This 2026 mid-year report covers pricing trends, accreditation, consolidation, and what it means.

June 2026Read More

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