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Moving tips
There are service providers that can connect all your utilities for you, such as Direct Connect
Do not rely on the next tenants to forward your mail.
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Read our tips for moving in and out of a rental property.
Utilities
If you are moving into a rental property, it is likely you will need to connect or disconnect utilities such as:
- electricity
- gas
- water (usage)
- telephone and internet.
Remember: utility companies usually take three working days to connect or disconnect your power, phone and gas.
Furniture and household items
For information on furnishing your home cheaply, see Shopping smarter.
Contents insurance
Most insurance companies offer contents insurance for individuals, which is convenient if you live in a share house.
The cost of insurance depends on how much your contents are worth. The more your contents are worth the more insurance you pay. It is a good idea to shop around and compare the costs and coverage.
The Insurance Council of Australia website offers advice on things to consider as you shop for the best insurance policy for you.
Remember: insurance companies may require the property to have home security measures such as deadlocks, keyed window locks, smoke detectors or a burglar alarm system.
Redirecting your mail
For AU$15 per month Australia Post will redirect your mail to your new address.