- Matt
- October 3, 2026
Moving house means telling a surprising number of people where you live now. Miss one and you find out the hard way: a fine sent to the old address, a bill that never arrives, or a parcel left on someone else’s doorstep.
This is the change of address list we give our customers, in the order that makes sense. Most of it can be done online in an evening, and the earlier you start, the less there is to chase after the removalists have gone.
When to start your change of address
Start two to four weeks before moving day. Set up mail redirection about a week before you move, and update anything with a legal deadline, such as your driver licence, as soon as you have moved.
Government and identity
- Service NSW: update the address on your driver licence and vehicle registration. Service NSW asks drivers to update their address within 14 days of moving, and you can do it online.
- Australian Electoral Commission: update your enrolment so you are on the roll at your new address.
- myGov: update the Australian Taxation Office, Medicare and Centrelink in one place through your myGov account.
- Passport: you do not need to update the address in an Australian passport, but update it anywhere you have used the passport for identity checks.
Mail and deliveries
- Australia Post mail redirection: this is a paid service that forwards your mail for a set period, which catches anything you forget. Set it up a week before you move.
- Online stores and delivery apps: update your saved delivery address so the next order does not go to the old house.
Money and insurance
- Banks and credit cards: your bank, credit card providers and any personal or car loans.
- Superannuation: your super fund, so statements and tax information reach you.
- Insurance: home and contents, car, health, life and pet insurance. Your premium can change with your new address, so tell your insurer before moving day.
Utilities and services
- Electricity and gas: arrange disconnection at the old address and connection at the new one, ideally starting the day before you move in.
- Water: water accounts are usually tied to the property, so let the provider know when you sell or stop renting, and tell your new landlord or agent.
- Internet and phone: book the connection early, because some connections take a week or more.
Work, health and family
- Your employer: update payroll and HR records.
- Doctor, dentist, pharmacy and specialists: so reminders and results reach you.
- Schools and childcare: update enrolment records and emergency contacts.
- Vet and pet registration: update your pet’s microchip and registration details on the NSW Pet Registry.
Memberships and subscriptions
Gyms, clubs, libraries, magazines, streaming services, roadside assistance and loyalty programs all hold your address. Work through your email for anything that sends you statements.
Friends and family
Last but not least: send your new address to friends and family, and update your emergency contacts.
Make moving day the easy part
Updating your address is your job, but the move itself does not have to be. Our removalists in Wollongong handle the packing, wrapping, lifting and driving, with an itemised quote before the day. For a week-by-week plan, see our Wollongong moving checklist.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should I change my address when moving?
Start two to four weeks before moving day. Set up Australia Post mail redirection about a week before you move, and update your driver licence with Service NSW as soon as you have moved.
Do I need to update my driver licence when I move in NSW?
Yes. Service NSW asks drivers to update the address on their licence and vehicle registration within 14 days of moving, and you can do it online.
Is Australia Post mail redirection free?
No. Mail redirection is a paid Australia Post service that forwards your mail for a period you choose, which is a good safety net for anything you forget to update.
Can I update Medicare and the ATO at the same time?
Yes. Updating your address through your myGov account can update the ATO, Medicare and Centrelink together.
