Moving on a Public Holiday in Brisbane? Read This Before You Book

🗓️ Thinking of Moving on a Brisbane Public Holiday? Here’s What You Need to Know

Public holidays and long weekends might seem like the perfect time to move — you’ve got a day off, less traffic, and no work emails.

But here’s the catch: removalists book out fast, charge more, and operate on limited schedules. If you’re planning a public holiday move in Brisbane, you’ll want to get ahead of it — and that’s where we come in.

At Get It Cheaper, we help you find removalists available on public holidays — without the usual price shock.

📅 Common Brisbane Public Holidays That Affect Moves

  • Australia Day (26 Jan)

  • Good Friday & Easter Monday

  • Labour Day (May)

  • Ekka Wednesday (August)

  • Queen’s Birthday (October)

  • Christmas / Boxing Day

Expect premium pricing, fewer crews, and limited start times unless you plan ahead.

👉 Compare movers with public holiday availability

💵 Why Public Holiday Moves Cost More

Factor Impact
🧍♂️ Staff penalty rates Higher hourly rates
🚛 Limited crews Less flexibility, tighter availability
📦 High demand Bookings fill early, especially for long weekends
🕐 Restricted hours Fewer early-morning or late-afternoon slots

✅ Tips for Moving on a Public Holiday (Without Paying a Fortune)

  1. Book at least 2 weeks ahead to lock in availability

  2. Choose a mover based near your suburb to avoid travel surcharges

  3. Ask upfront about public holiday loading fees

  4. Pack everything in advance — minimise on-the-clock time

  5. Consider moving the day before or after if price is a deal-breaker

🧼 Don’t Forget to Line Up a Cleaner — They Book Out Too

Bond cleaners get slammed on public holidays as well. If you're vacating a rental, book your cleaner at the same time:

👉 Find Brisbane bond cleaners who work public holidays

Some offer early morning or same-day services to match your move.

💬 What to Ask Movers Before Booking a Holiday Slot

  • Do you charge extra for public holidays?

  • What hours do you operate on that day?

  • Are packing/unpacking services still available?

  • Can you guarantee arrival within the scheduled window?

✅ Book a Brisbane Mover Without the Holiday Headache

With Get It Cheaper, you can:

📅 See who’s available on your chosen public holiday
💬 Compare transparent rates (including surcharges, if any)
🧠 Book cleaners and movers in one place

Make the most of your day off — without paying through the roof.
Book your public holiday move today on Get It Cheaper.

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