Complete moving admin checklist: before and after moving
Stay organised when moving house with our complete moving admin checklist. Covers all essential tasks before and after your move, including utilities, mail, government and financial updates.
Updated on February 16, 2026
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Moving house involves more than packing and transport. Staying on top of your admin tasks ensures a smooth transition and prevents missed deadlines, fines or lost mail. This checklist covers the key actions to take before and after your move so nothing falls through the cracks.
Before moving
Utilities and services
Arrange disconnection at your current home and reconnection at your new home for electricity, gas, water, internet and phone. Compare providers for better deals where possible.
Government and financial updates
Update your address with the motor vehicle authority, electoral commission, banks, superannuation funds, insurance providers and the Australian Taxation Office.
Subscriptions and deliveries
Cancel or redirect magazine subscriptions, online deliveries, meal kits and other regular services to your new address.
Moving day essentials
Prepare a moving day folder or box with important documents, keys, medication and essentials for each family member. This helps avoid scrambling through boxes on day one.
After moving
Confirm reconnections and services
Check all utilities and services are functioning correctly. Follow up with providers if there are delays or issues.
Update healthcare and schooling
Make sure your new doctors, dentists and other healthcare providers have your current records. Enrol children in local schools or childcare and notify previous institutions of the change.
Notify your network
Inform friends, family and colleagues of your new address. Update online accounts, e-commerce platforms and any workplace records.
Check deliveries and mail
Monitor redirected mail to ensure nothing is missing. Notify senders directly if important items fail to arrive.
Settling into the neighbourhood
Explore your local area, meet neighbours and register pets or vehicles if required. This helps you feel at home quickly and ensures you comply with local rules.