Hunts Removals C/O Removals to Australia.com has successfully carried out hundreds of families moving to Adelaide, we work very closely with our detination partner removalist  in Adelaide Australia, who will assist you with all your removal & customs requirements in adelaide.

Our team at Removals to Australia.com has come together just to give you a little information on Adelaide and any latest housing news you should be aware of.

Adelaide is really nice – very quite and a pretty part of Australia. The Adelaide hills are also very lovely and with the new freeway it doesnt take very long at all to get to the city. Stirling, Hahndorf as well as Mount Barker are all gorgeous places to live….lovely trees everywhere. Adelaide has very affordable housing compared to the eastern states.

The city centre is planned as a grid system which is surrounded by green parklands thus earning it the name of city in a park. The CBD (or Central Business District) is home to an array of entertainment and facilities including the bustling Rundle Mall, home of over 600 shops and those infamous silver balls. You will also find numerous museums, galleries, Adelaide Zoo and Elder Park where you can relax on the edges of the River Torrens along with much more. Adelaide’s Central Market is a great place to spend the day soaking up the atmosphere, located in the city centre next to China Town.

If you are moving to Adelaide it has recently been placed on water restrictions ( currently for Adelaide it is level 3a water restrictions ) and they have been asked to have water saving shower heads and to save every drop of water where possible – more dishes less to wash up and 4 minute showers per person in each household the water tanks are for rain water for rain water collection and our government offers a rebate / grant for those making the choice and decision of putting in a water tank (check to see if your new house has a rain water tank fitted) in order to use THAT water for garden and showers and drinking water etc rather than from the dams as adelaide are now in the process of building a couple of desalinisation building’s in order to solve the water shortage problem.

Does your new house have a reverse cycle air conditioning? These are electric heating systems which also provide refrigerative cooling. How does reverse cycle air conditioning work? Most electric heaters create heat directly, using elements which heat up when an electric current passes through them. These ‘direct element’ heaters include portable heaters, panel convectors and off-peak storage heaters. They have a maximum efficiency of 100%, when all the electricity is converted to heat and delivered to the room. Reverse cycle air conditioning extracts heat from the outside air, even on mid-winter nights, and transfers it inside. A refrigerant is passed through an external coil, absorbing heat from the outside air.

This refrigerant is then pumped through a compressor into a fan coil unit (or ‘condenser’) inside the home, releasing its heat into the room. Up to three or more units of heat can be transferred for every unit of electricity used to run reverse cycle air conditioning. Therefore, running costs can be as low as one-third of those for direct element heaters. By reversing the flow of this refrigerant, reverse cycle air conditioners also provide efficient refrigerative cooling in summer. in short term . . another way of saving and conserving energy or going ” GREEN ” as they say and or environmentally friendly .

With the OZONE Hole right above the Lower half Of Australia and are more subject to 2nd / 3rd degree sunburn in a shorter space of time and clothes fade faster in the sun when hung out on the clothes line to dry.

Please ring our office for further information and advice on Tel: 0800 387 280 or contact us via email onsales@removalstoaustralia.com

or you can fill out our on-line estimation form for a price on your removals to Australia

shipping to Australia shipping furniture Australia

Moving to Australia and want to move your personal effects shipped along with the contents of your house you should firstly contact Hunts International Removals C/O Removals to Australia.com and trust them to handle every aspect of shipping to Australia.

The first step will be to book an appointment with our experienced international Coordinator to visit you, your home and contents.

During the appointment with our estimator you will be able to discuss and view all your items Shipping to Australia, along with all the Australian customs do’s and dont’s and duties.

The Estimator from this visit will be able to work out the volume of furniture and what personal effects shipping to Australia, your access outside your property for a large vehicle, whether certain items need dismantling or require specialist packing.

REMEMBER AT THIS POINT TO DISCUSS AND HIGHLIGHT EVERYTHING WITH OUR ESTIMATOR.

When it comes to the overall price of shipping to Australia many factors come into the cost, the main one being the volume of effects you have.

The volume of personal effects is vital when using shipping containers as there are 3 services to consider depending on your circumstances.

1. Sole Use Container - The shipping container to Australia can be loaded at your premises, subject to access, sealed in your presence and pre booked onto a vessel so offering greater control of how and when your goods arrive at destination.

2. Part Shipping Container to Australia - This service usually offers a considerable cost saving, but it will take longer for your possessions to arrive.

3. Less Than Container – This service involves placing your goods into a protective wooden case and then into a container which, once shipped, is distributed, in the wooden case.

There are 3 common container sizes with-in the removal industry for Shipping to Australia:

20ft length 8.5ft height  - holds 1000 to 1170 cubic feet of furniture

40ft length 8.5ft height – holds 2100 to 2390 cubic feet of furniture

20ft length HIGH CUBE 9.5ft height – 1200-1400 cubic feet of furniture.

Please ring our office for further information and advice on shipping to Australia Tel: 0800 387 280 or contact us via email on sales@removalstoaustralia.com

or you can fill out our on-line estimation form for a price on your Shipping to Australia

shipping furniture to Melbourne Australia, packing tips for customs

Your International removals shipping to Melbourne co-ordinator will ensure the safe transit of your household effects from door to door/room to room. Rest assured your removals to Melbourne Australia will be handled by highly trained professionals at every stage of your move. Your co-ordinator will assist you with planning, packing, customs formations ( including advising and supply of appropriate customs forms ) and onward delivery including unpacking and removal of used packing materials, we can also arrange storage in Melbourne or the UK if required. We recommend a free home survey to all clients prior to your removals to Melbourne Australia. This allows our consultant to accurately asses the volume of your effects for shipping to Melbourne Australia. It also allows other factors to be taken into consideration such as packing requirements and access.

Our consultant will be more than happy to answer all questions regarding your removal to Melbourne Australia and ensure every last detail and request is taken care of. Call Free on 0800 387 280 to speak to one of our International consultants specialising in shipping furniture to Australia. We will send you a quotation via email or post, and our staff will assist you in all aspects of transporting your furniture or other goods to your desired Melbourne Australian destination.

If you are moving Shipping to Mebourne you must remember that Australian Customs are very vigilant. Our Team of Moving CoOrdinators will discuss with you all matters of Customs and Duties and are at hand every step of the way whether you personal effects are going by Airfreight or Deep Sea shipping container.

There are a few major things you must consider before Shipping your personal effects to Melbourne Australia.

Prohibited goods

AQIS will not permit the importation of the following items as personal effects:

• fresh fruit and vegetables
• live plants and bulbs
• prohibited and restricted seeds
• unidentified seeds, which can include some foods, including spices
• live animals (including pets) that require an import permit
• biological products including some plant based, herbal medications
• unprocessed goods of plant or animal origin
• soiled items, or items containing organic residues
• items knowingly infested with pests or a disease.

If you are in doubt of an item and want to determine if the item is prohibited by AQIS, check the AQIS import conditions database—ICON

If you are not using our service of a full pack for Shipping to Melbourne and you are packing your personal items into boxes yourself you MUST CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:

What should I do when packing?

Preparation is an important key to packing up your household goods to ensure a successful move. When packing, take the time to prepare household goods for AQIS inspection upon arrival.

CLEAN YOUR GOODS!

Before packing, AQIS requires that any items that have been in contact with food, soil, plants, animals, or their products, are thoroughly cleaned and free from any contamination.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• all used equipment and machinery—drain all standing water, and ensure the equipment is free from contamination
• garden furniture, tools and implements—make sure all soil, animal and plant debris are removed and all surfaces are thoroughly cleaned
• animal bedding and grooming equipment—wash and vacuum animal bedding, and clean grooming equipment to ensure all residual pet hair has been removed
• waste bins, brooms, vacuum cleaners—make sure all waste is removed and the equipment is thoroughly cleaned
• fresh water sporting equipment—make sure reservoirs are completely drained and dry, and that equipment is dry on arrival, including wetsuits, gumboots and fishing tackle.

Other tips:

• Check surfaces of your timber items for any signs of insect infestation (sawdust–like powder, fresh holes, chewed timber or tunnels).
• If you find signs of insect infestation, consider either not bringing the item, or treating it for the timber pests prior to shipment.

• Kitchen goods—do not pack half opened packages of dry foods, herbs and spices that may be harbouring insect pests that are difficult to see.
• Consider whether you really need to ship any natural plant or animal product that has not undergone some form of manufacturing process. These items may need expensive treatments, at your own cost, to mitigate quarantine risks on arrival in Australia. Cheap tourist souvenirs made of untreated plant or animal products, subsequently requiring treatments in Australia, can end up costing more than you would expect.

Packing list for Shipping to Melbourne Australia

When packing your personal effects, prepare a list that includes all the items in your consignment. This should include clear labeling, for example ‘Box 1 of 12′, and a list of items contained in each box. This list will be required by the authorities in Australia.

Take time to consider the items AQIS inspectors may be interested in. Pack these items together and put them in boxes separate to those that you consider clearly not to be of quarantine concern. For example, ensure quarantine items such as footwear, food items or garden tools are packed together.

If you are bringing food items, show on the packing list where the food items have been packed or what containers the food items have been packed in.

Used packing boxes

Some second hand boxes that were intended for other uses may pose a risk to quarantine.

Do not use any packing boxes that have already been in contact with an organic substance such as cartons or inserts used previously with fruit, meat, eggs, flowers or pot plants, or fertiliser bags.

Do not use straw, sawdust, wood shavings or any other plant material as packing or filler.

Previous labelling

If second hand boxes are being used, the chances are that they have old numbering or labelling on them. To avoid confusion which may lead to misunderstandings or delays, ensure that any previous labelling on your packing boxes is covered or removed completely. Make sure you use a permanent marker/felt pen to write on boxes in preference to labels that can fall off in transit.

Numbering of boxes

It is important that the numbers on packing boxes match with the numbers on the packing list. Only write one number for each box or large item. Also, number similar items consecutively, for example 3 children’s bikes could be numbered as 56, 57 and 58 etc.

Removals to Australia.com will make a full inventry on numbering and labeling all your items packed upon collection and delivery, also we will fully export wrap all items of furniture for transportation to Melbourne Australia.

If you are unsure of any of the points made above and need more information we recommend you visit the Australian Government website for

MOVING TO AUSTRALIA OR IMPORTING PERSONAL EFFECTS/HOUSEHOLD GOODS

If you need more information and help on your removal to Sydney Australia, you can speak to one of our Moving Coordinators on

TELEPHONE: UK 0800 387 280
TELEPHONE: INT +44 (0)1527 520246

or email sales@removalstoaustralia.com

If you are looking for a quick quotation on your removal to Australia simply fill out our on-line quotation form or you could contact us to book our estimator to visit your property at a convenient time for you.

Packing tips for Shipping to Sydney Australia

Removals to Australia.com would like to just give you a little more information and help on packing and importing personal effects Shipping to Sydney Australia.

One of the most popular cities for expats is Sydney. It has everything you need for a cosmopolitan lifestyle from beaches to cultural attractions and it is estimated that around 40% of the residents were born in another country. Sydney is suitable for those with families as well as professionals and offers a very high standard of living. It has often been voted one of the most popular cities in the world to live in and as a result the cost of living can be higher here than in other parts of the country. The city has relatively low crime rates and is welcoming to people of all races and religions.

If you are Shipping to Sydney you must remember that Australian Customs are very vigilant. Our Team of Moving CoOrdinators will discuss with you all matters of Customs and Duties and are at hand every step of the way whether you personal effects are going by Airfreight or Deep Sea shipping container.

There are a few major things you must consider before Shipping your personal effects to Australia.

Prohibited goods

AQIS will not permit the importation of the following items as personal effects:

• fresh fruit and vegetables
• live plants and bulbs
• prohibited and restricted seeds
• unidentified seeds, which can include some foods, including spices
• live animals (including pets) that require an import permit
• biological products including some plant based, herbal medications
• unprocessed goods of plant or animal origin
• soiled items, or items containing organic residues
• items knowingly infested with pests or a disease.

If you are in doubt of an item and want to determine if the item is prohibited by AQIS, check the AQIS import conditions database—ICON

If you are not using our service of a full pack  for Shipping to Sydney and you are packing your personal items into boxes yourself you MUST CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:

What should I do when packing?

Preparation is an important key to packing up your household goods to ensure a successful move. When packing, take the time to prepare household goods for AQIS inspection upon arrival.

CLEAN YOUR GOODS!

Before packing, AQIS requires that any items that have been in contact with food, soil, plants, animals, or their products, are thoroughly cleaned and free from any contamination.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• all used equipment and machinery—drain all standing water, and ensure the equipment is free from contamination
• garden furniture, tools and implements—make sure all soil, animal and plant debris are removed and all surfaces are thoroughly cleaned
• animal bedding and grooming equipment—wash and vacuum animal bedding, and clean grooming equipment to ensure all residual pet hair has been removed
• waste bins, brooms, vacuum cleaners—make sure all waste is removed and the equipment is thoroughly cleaned
• fresh water sporting equipment—make sure reservoirs are completely drained and dry, and that equipment is dry on arrival, including wetsuits, gumboots and fishing tackle.

Other tips:

• Check surfaces of your timber items for any signs of insect infestation (sawdust–like powder, fresh holes, chewed timber or tunnels).
• If you find signs of insect infestation, consider either not bringing the item, or treating it for the timber pests prior to shipment.
• Kitchen goods—do not pack half opened packages of dry foods, herbs and spices that may be harbouring insect pests that are difficult to see.
• Consider whether you really need to ship any natural plant or animal product that has not undergone some form of manufacturing process. These items may need expensive treatments, at your own cost, to mitigate quarantine risks on arrival in Australia. Cheap tourist souvenirs made of untreated plant or animal products, subsequently requiring treatments in Australia, can end up costing more than you would expect.

Packing list for Shipping to Sydney

When packing your personal effects, prepare a list that includes all the items in your consignment. This should include clear labeling, for example ‘Box 1 of 12′, and a list of items contained in each box. This list will be required by the authorities in Australia.

Take time to consider the items AQIS inspectors may be interested in. Pack these items together and put them in boxes separate to those that you consider clearly not to be of quarantine concern. For example, ensure quarantine items such as footwear, food items or garden tools are packed together.

If you are bringing food items, show on the packing list where the food items have been packed or what containers the food items have been packed in.

Used packing boxes

Some second hand boxes that were intended for other uses may pose a risk to quarantine.

Do not use any packing boxes that have already been in contact with an organic substance such as cartons or inserts used previously with fruit, meat, eggs, flowers or pot plants, or fertiliser bags.

Do not use straw, sawdust, wood shavings or any other plant material as packing or filler.

Previous labelling

If second hand boxes are being used, the chances are that they have old numbering or labelling on them. To avoid confusion which may lead to misunderstandings or delays, ensure that any previous labelling on your packing boxes is covered or removed completely. Make sure you use a permanent marker/felt pen to write on boxes in preference to labels that can fall off in transit.

Numbering of boxes

It is important that the numbers on packing boxes match with the numbers on the packing list. Only write one number for each box or large item. Also, number similar items consecutively, for example 3 children’s bikes could be numbered as 56, 57 and 58 etc.

Removals to Australia.com will make a full inventry on numbering and labeling all your items packed upon collection and delivery, also we will fully export wrap all items of furniture for transportation and Shipping to Sydney Australia.

If you are unsure of any of the points made above and need more information we recommend you visit the Australian Government website for

MOVING TO AUSTRALIA OR IMPORTING PERSONAL EFFECTS/HOUSEHOLD GOODS

If you need more information and help on your Shipping to Sydney Australia, you can speak to one of our Moving Coordinators on

TELEPHONE: UK 0800 387 280
TELEPHONE: INT +44 (0)1527 520246

or email sales@removalstoaustralia.com

If you are looking for a quick quotation on your Shipping to Sydney simply fill out our on-line quotation form or you could contact us to book our estimator to visit your property at a convenient time for you.

Hunts International Removals C/O Removals to Australia.com have been successfully relocating clients household effects since 1942. We are members of The British Association Of Removers who’s terms and conditions are approved by The Office Of fair Trading in the UK. We are also proud to have reached BS EN 12522 standard after an independent audit of our company and it’s operating systems. 

Shipping to Melbourne Australia Services include :

Transit Times For Removals To Australia.

Removals to Perth Australia

Hunts international removals provide full load/part load or single item removals to Perth Australia with weekly departures.
Our company have been offering high quality local, european and international removals services since 1942.
Hunts International have successfully relocated hundreds of clients to Australia,including domestic, commercial
and corporate relocations. Our Removals to Perth services are tailored to suit your requirements and can include full export
packing, loading, transport and unloading or just the shipping of your personal effects.

Hunts International are members of The British Association of Removers and out terms and conditions are approved by The Office Of Fair Trading in the UK.
We have also reached BS EN ISO 9001:2000 accreditation so you can rest assured that all personal are highly trained and our operating systems are maintained to the highest standards possible in our industry.

Perth is the capital of Western Australia, and is located on The Swan River ( Named by an early Dutch explorer because of the Black Swans found on the river )

The Swan river splits the city in half as meanders its way to the Port of Fremantle and the Indian Ocean.

Perth has a population of around 1.6 million (2009), making it the fourth largest city in Australia.

Perth has a temperate Mediterranean type climate.Summers are hot and dry whilst winters are generally wet and mild. Summer temperatures average 30°C/86°F

Maximum temperatures during the height of summer can reach and sometimes exceed the 40°C/104°F mark. Very hot days tend to have very low humidity making conditions more bearable.

In the Perth metropolitan area the summertime temperature rises rapidly during the morning, relived in the afternoon by what the locals refer to as the “Fremantle Doctor” a cool breeze which blows inland from the ocean to cool
the city by up to 15 degrees.

Winter (June to August) temperatures are usually around 15°C. Minimum temperatures sometimes drop below zero on clear nights. Though Perth goes through lengthy dry spells,
when it does rain, it pours.

Perth has a reputation for beeing a very safe city, in fact One of your biggest dangers whilst walking around in the City or it’s beaches is sunburn.

We have transported Antiques, fine art and valuable artifacts for numerous clients over the past 20 years. Our prices remain highly competitive from a single item a part load or entire Household.

Our experienced removals team will be able to give you a quotation in minutes just send us an email, complete or online quotation form

( link available  here http://www.removalstoaustralia.com/online-quote/ )
or call to speak to one of our International consultants specialising in Australia outlining your requirements.

We also offer furniture storage throughout the UK and Australia.

We will send you a quotation via email or post, and our staff will assist you in all aspects of transporting your furniture or other goods to your desired Australian destination.

Part Loads, Single items,Full loads, Boats, Cars, Bikes, Jet Skies all catered for.
Removal to Australia Services include :

. Part Loads Removals To Australia

. Dedicated/Sole use container services

. Fragiles Packing Service

. Export Wrapping ( all items individually wrapped )

. Boxes And Excess Baggage Service

. Case Making Services For Artwork, Antiques and Fragile Items

. Cars, Motorbikes,Quads,Boats, Jet Ski’s And Small Aircraft

. International Removals To Australia

. Shipping To Australia

. Furniture Removals To Australia

. Pet Transportation

Click on the following link below for a free online quotation for your removals to Perth Australia;

http://www.removalstoaustralia.com/online-quote/

or Call 0800 387 280 UK or 0044(0)1527 520 246

Brisbane is Australia’s third largest city located on the Brisbane River.

The city offers a sophisticated and cosmopolitan feel with numerous restaurants, bars and cultural facilities.

Brisbane is the capital of Queensland situated in the North East of Australia. Although a city, Brisbane still retains the laid-back, easy attitude of a small community. Queensland has an average of 11.5 hours of daily sunshine – 300 days a year.

This is why the locals chose to eat and socialise outdoors whenever possible. Most people love Brisbane because it’s become a classy city with a down-to-earth attitude and home to some of the friendliest locals in Australia.

Most expats chose to rent in Brisbane; this is largely due to high taxes and stamp duty on the purchase of property. [Read more →]