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Australia Post makes moving pretty straightforward. They’ve even got an online service that allows you to redirect your mail with ease. Just create an account on their website and in a few simple steps<\/a>, your mail will be redirected, so you can feel confident nothing will go astray. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Fingers crossed for a dry moving day, but if it is scheduled to rain – don’t panic. Your removalist’s more than likely done this many times before and will have the necessary equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re doing a DIY move, check the weather a week out and plan ahead for any showers. Have some large bits of tarp or plastic sheeting on hand to drape across large items such as sofas and mattresses, and even consider taping the tarp around soft furnishings to prevent dirt and damage. In many cases furniture takes time to get through the door, so your items could be exposed to the elements for longer than you think, even in the fastest move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “An online grocery delivery the day after you move in will ensure no one gets hungry during the unpacking!”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The last thing you\u2019ll want to do the day after a move is go grocery shopping, and trust us when we say moving with a fridge full of food can be a bad idea!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quick tip: Empty your fridge when you move. Pop everything in an Esky, or better yet, eat your way to an empty fridge ahead of your moving day and restock it once you\u2019ve settled in. An online grocery delivery the day after you move in will ensure no one gets hungry during the unpacking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don\u2019t forget the moving van! It could be a good idea to book this as far in advance as possible. Many removal companies now have online booking, so you don\u2019t need to stress about fitting this in during office hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many of us love a bit of online shopping, but you don\u2019t want your orders going astray. Remember to update your shipping address on favourites sites such as eBay, Amazon and ASOS and don’t forget your online banking and PayPal accounts too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We don’t want to sound like Big Brother, but when you move there’s a list of government bodies to inform, like Medicare, Centrelink and the ATO. Tick these off your list by visiting australia.gov.au<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At Origin, we make moving house<\/a> easy. With our Move Promise<\/a> we\u2019ll make sure your power\u2019s on the next business day (when you book online before 1pm Monday to Friday). And for added peace of mind, our Moves Promise guarantees that in the event we can\u2019t power your home the next business day, we\u2019ll give you $400 (incl GST) credit per day for related expenses.*<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n3. Check the weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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5. Book a removal van<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6. Update your online accounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
7. Tell the government<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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