The Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) noted that one of the factors behind the population change happening throughout Australia has to do with the gains and losses of its residents. From 2007 to 2008 alone, more than 353,720 people moved to the different states and territories of the country. Many believe that the majority of interstate movers were retirees, but this isn’t always the case. Nowadays, Australians in their 20s and 30s are about four times the number of those in their 50s.

1. Interstate Moving in Australia
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2. The Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) noted that one of the
factors behind the population change happening throughout Australia has to do with the gains and
losses of its residents. From 2007 to 2008 alone, more than 353,720 people moved to the different
states and territories of the country.Many believe that the majority of interstate movers were
retirees, but this isn’t always the case. Nowadays, Australians in their 20s and 30s are about four
times the number of those in their 50s.
Why Australians Move
An article published by News.com.au says that about one in three (31%) Australians are
ready to move interstate if it means better financial and lifestyle gains. Better pay and chances of
achieving a work-life balance are among the leading reasons.Lower cost of living, education,
employment, housing opportunities, and a warmer climate are some of the factors, as well.
The ING Direct Financial Wellbeing Index
revealed that Queensland (46%), New South
Wales (40%), and Victoria (40%) are the top
three most preferred destinations. South
Australians, on the other hand, have the highest
rate (35%) of interstate movers. The DFWI
specified that men (32%) are more willing to
move than women (28%). As such, social analyst
David Chalke noted that Australians are
becoming more flexible when it comes to
moving than they’ve ever been before.

3. The Moving Process
The increasing number of interstate movers is the sign of a booming moving business. Many start-
ups are including interstate moves in their services, so they have more to offer than their
competitors. The same goes for local moving companies. They start adding interstate moves, so
potential customers don’t have to look for another.
People have different reasons to move. Whether it’s for financial or lifestyle reasons, it’s
important to take note that going to another location has challenges like transporting household
items and adjusting to a new environment.
Sources:
http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/melbourn
e-a-magnet-for-interstate-migrants-20140405-
365pg.html
http://www.news.com.au/finance/money/aust
ralians-prepared-to-move-interstate-for-
financial-and-lifestyle-gains-report-finds/story-
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