{"id":481,"date":"2026-05-05T02:31:14","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T17:01:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tasa-adelaide.au\/?post_type=resource&#038;p=481"},"modified":"2026-05-06T01:23:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T15:53:13","slug":"moving_in","status":"publish","type":"resource","link":"https:\/\/tasa-adelaide.au\/en\/resource\/moving_in\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving_in"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Moving In to a new Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfe0 Housing &amp; Settling In<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Renting in South Australia<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sa.gov.au\/topics\/housing-and-property\/renting-and-letting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sa.gov.au\/topics\/housing\/renting-and-letting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> The official government guide for tenants, covering rental agreements, bond lodgments, and your legal rights when renting a home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buying a Home in SA<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sa.gov.au\/topics\/housing-and-property\/buying-building-selling\/building-or-buying-home\/buying-a-home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sa.gov.au\/topics\/housing\/buying-a-home<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> A step-by-step guide to the purchasing process in Adelaide, including information on property inspections, contracts, and settlement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>HomeSeeker SA (Affordable Housing)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sa.gov.au\/topics\/housing\/buying-building-selling\/homeseeker-SA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">homeseeker.sa.gov.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> A government portal providing exclusive access to affordable homes and land packages for eligible buyers with lower to moderate incomes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26a1 Utility Connections &amp; Comparison<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Energy Made Easy (Official Government Comparison)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.energymadeeasy.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">energymadeeasy.gov.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> This is the free, independent Australian Government service that lets you compare electricity and gas plans from all retailers. It is the best way to ensure you are getting the cheapest rate when connecting power to your new home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SA Water<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/www.sawater.com.au\/my-account\/moving-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sawater.com.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> The state\u2019s water provider. Homeowners should ensure their account is updated via their conveyancer, while tenants should check their lease agreements regarding water usage billing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NBN Co (Internet Availability)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nbnco.com.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> Use this site to check what type of National Broadband Network connection is available at your new address before you contact an internet service provider.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udce6 Essential Services &amp; Admin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SA.GOV.AU &#8211; Change of Address<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sa.gov.au\/topics\/driving-and-transport\/licences\/changing-your-details<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> Use this portal to update your address for your driver\u2019s licence and vehicle registration. You are required to do this within 14 days of moving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Find Your Local Council<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">localcouncils.sa.gov.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> A directory to find which of the 68 South Australian councils you belong to. Essential for finding bin collection schedules and local library services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dogs and Cats Online (DACO)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dogsandcatsonline.com.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> The central database for all pet registrations in South Australia. If you move, you must update your pet&#8217;s address details here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Australia Post &#8211; Mail Redirection<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">auspost.com.au\/receiving\/manage-deliveries-in-transit\/redirect-mail<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> A paid service that forwards mail from your old address to your new one to ensure you don&#8217;t miss important documents while updating your details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfe0 Managing Your New Home: Who is Responsible?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you move into a new property in Adelaide, responsibilities are generally divided into three tiers. Understanding who to contact for what can save you a lot of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. The Council&#8217;s Role (The Neighborhood)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The local council is responsible for the public infrastructure surrounding your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bins &amp; Waste:<\/strong> Providing bins, weekly collection, and &#8220;Hard Waste&#8221; pick-ups (old furniture\/mattresses).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Streets &amp; Footpaths:<\/strong> Maintaining roads, public signs, street lighting, and fixing cracked footpaths.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Verges &amp; Trees:<\/strong> Pruning trees on the nature strip and maintaining local parks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resource:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/www.localcouncils.sa.gov.au\/councils\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Your Local Council &amp; Bin Days<\/a> \u2014 Enter your suburb to find your specific council&#8217;s website and waste calendar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resource:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WhichBin SA<\/a> \u2014 A brilliant guide on what goes in which bin (Yellow, Blue, or Green) to avoid fines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. The Strata\/Body Corporate Role (Common Property)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you live in a unit, townhouse, or apartment, you are likely part of a <strong>Strata Title<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common Areas:<\/strong> Maintaining shared driveways, elevators, communal gardens, and building exteriors (roofs and gutters).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Building Insurance:<\/strong> Generally, the Strata handles the insurance for the <em>structure<\/em> of the building, while you handle the <em>contents<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rules (By-Laws):<\/strong> Setting rules for parking, noise, and whether you can have pets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resource:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Legal Services Commission &#8211; Strata Titles<\/a> \u2014 A general guide explaining how strata works in South Australia and what your rights are.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. The Homeowner\u2019s Role (Inside the Boundary)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You are responsible for everything within your specific property boundary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Maintenance:<\/strong> Fixing leaky taps, internal electrical issues, and painting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fencing:<\/strong> Shared fences are usually a joint responsibility between you and your neighbor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rates &amp; Taxes:<\/strong> Paying your quarterly Council Rates and Emergency Services Levy (ESL).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resource:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SA.GOV.AU &#8211; Home Maintenance &amp; Boundaries<\/a> \u2014 Information on legal responsibilities regarding fences, trees, and repairs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Essential Service Directory<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SA Water &#8211; Report a Leak<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sawater.com.au\/faults-and-outages<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> Use this to report water leaks or bursts on the street (Council\/SA Water responsibility) or to check for water outages in your area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SA Power Networks &#8211; Outages<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sapowernetworks.com.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> The company that maintains the poles and wires. Contact them if the power goes out in your entire street or to report fallen power lines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PlanSA (Renovations &amp; Building)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plan.sa.gov.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> Before you build a shed, a deck, or a new fence, check this site to see if you need &#8220;Development Approval&#8221; from the council.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fencing Help (Legal Services Commission)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lsc.sa.gov.au &#8211; Fences and the Law<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> A very useful booklet explaining how to handle the cost of a new fence with your neighbor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-481","resource","type-resource","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Moving_in - Turkish Association of South Australia Inc.<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/tasa-adelaide.au\/en\/resource\/moving_in\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Moving_in - Turkish Association of South Australia Inc.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Moving In to a new Home \ud83c\udfe0 Housing &amp; Settling In \u26a1 Utility Connections &amp; Comparison \ud83d\udce6 Essential Services &amp; Admin \ud83c\udfe0 Managing Your New Home: Who is Responsible? 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