The Real Cost of moving to Australia from New Zealand
If you are looking to work out the approximate costs of moving from New Zealand to Australia, we’ve got you covered.
Container Relocations is a reliable moving provider and can give you a rundown of costs you may expect during your move.
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Moving Considerations
Determining the costs can often be challenging when you move to a country. When you move internationally, we consider the volume of goods and then factor in other variables like origin and destination addresses and additional moving services before reaching a final cost.
We’ve done the hard work so you can understand the costs associated with moving from New Zealand to Australia.
Overseas Removalist
Cost: $8,000-$9,000+
Moving overseas and hiring a removalist company are your biggest moving costs. The average cost to move a 3-bedroom home from Auckland to Sydney (this equates to approximately a 20-foot 33m3 container) is $7800-$9000. This includes door-to-door load and delivery. Packing materials and labour will cost extra if required.
Insurance
Cost: $600-$2,500+
During an international move, your belongings may be damaged or lost. Even with the most careful packing and handling, factors outside our control can occur.
We offer Transit Insurance for container removal cover or transit and storage cover. For peace of mind during your international relocation, take our insurance.
Utilities
Cost: $180-$500 per month
If you are moving to Australia from New Zealand, you will need to ensure you understand the cost of living. This includes the cost of everyday utilities. Websites like Numbeo provide an average price for everyday expenses.
An 85m2 apartment will cost you between $150 and $450 monthly for utilities like electricity, gas, heating, cooling and water. For things like the internet, expect to pay between $60 and $100 monthly.
Storage
Cost: $300-$500 per month
When you move to a new country, you may not have the space you anticipated, or your move-in date may not quite align with your arrival. You don’t need to worry; Container Relocations have storage facilities in Australia. Most of the time, however, it is less expensive to store your household goods in New Zealand until you have an unload address. If you require storage, average costs are usually between $250-$450 per month, depending on the amount of goods you have. Also, if you add insurance, it takes the cost up, but you will have total peace of mind.
Boxes and Packaging
Cost: Between $100-$200
If you are packing your possessions, you will need the right boxes and materials to complete the job to a high standard. Make sure that if you are packing your belongings, you do it right to minimise damage during your move. Please seek our advice to ensure the correct details are recorded on your inventory forms.
Boxes cost between $5-$20 each, depending on the style and size. We estimate you will spend $100-$200 on boxes for an average 3-bedroom home. You will also need to add additional costs for packing materials like bubble wrap mattress protectors, plastic covers and packing tape.
Note: Costs are approximate, and you will need to obtain a quote for an accurate price.
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