FAQs
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Whether to re-home your pet(s), or bring them with you, is a very big decision. There are many factors to consider - cost, age of your pet, health of your pet, are they up to date with their immunisations etc. We encourage you to speak to your Vet and seek their advice.
The government website, Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, has more information: click here
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Deciding whether to bring your household furniture and possessions needs to be given a lot of thought and research. Please consider factors such as compatibility of electrical items, sea freight vs air freight costs, shipping and transit times (particularly during COVID), insurance, versus the cost of replacing items when you arrive in Perth.
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Our Property Search package is the most essential service you will need for your stress-free relocation to Perth, Western Australia.
This package provides exceptional value at $3,795+ and includes a comprehensive list of support from pre-arrival, on arrival and in the wrap up stages of your move.
Our aim for all clients, is to not only assist in your relocation and save you time, but also save you money.
The cost of our package is, on average, less than what you will pay for the required 4 weeks short term stay or Airbnb. And by securing your home sooner, you can then start on school enrolments sooner as well. It just makes sense!
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Finding the right home, both for short term and long term accomodation needs in Perth, can be very time consuming! Journee will help you via our Property Search package, but to get a feel for prices and locations, visit these real estate websites to get you started:
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If you will be applying for a rental property in Perth, you will need certain supporting documentation and ID, to be successful in your applications. This will include your drivers licence, passport, pay slips (proof of income), and bank statements. If you are a newly arrived migrant, proof of employment and your visa are essential, plus a personal character reference or prior rental reference will also be beneficial.
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The most cost effective way of shipping your personal effects, is to pack them yourself. You need to pack into plastic crates or cardboard cartons, both of which will get loaded onto pallets, generally used for both sea freight and air freight transport.
Other tips include:
Make sure you protect your goods by surrounding them with packing chips, bubble wrap or newspaper;
Carefully seal the box or crate making sure you cover all seams and do not leave any open areas;
Clearly label your boxes and crates with your name and destination address.
A consignment of goods needs to have been owned by you for at least 12 months in order to be classified as personal effects.
Personal effects can attract both GST and duties, and there are restrictions on what can be imported into Australia.
Some items may be at risk of being infested or carrying pests or disease. Australian Customs are very strict and will inspect all goods on arrival. Some items will require fumigation, which will come at a cost. Common items subject to treatment include bikes, wooden items and garden equipment.
For more information visit the Customs website.
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Education is one of the many reasons families are drawn to Perth, WA. But, how to select the right school or university for your children? In our Kids Connect Package, we can help you navigate the right options to meet the individual needs of all your children. To get started, have a read through the Department of Education site for more information on public schools.
Listed also is sites for private and independent schooling options:
https://www.education.wa.edu.au/home
https://www.privateschoolsdirectory.com.au/perth-wa-private-schools
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Like all cities, there are pros and cons! One thing we love about our city, there is {currently} no tolls charged on Perth motorways. All freeways, bridge overpasses and major arterials are free of charge to travel on.
Perth has an extensive and fairly new, train network, and a well established bus network. As a city surrounded by water, we are blessed with many beautiful bike paths, which prove to be very popular with city commuters.
Read more about general travel information via the Department of Main Roads, and read about purchasing a Smartrider and how Transperth operates, below: