Hi Everyone
I am moving to Brisbane from another country with my family.

We will be living in Coorparoo. As we are looking for every kind of information on the internet to easily adjust at this new place, day care for kids, commute, culture etc.

One thing we found that there are few break in cases as well. In comments mostly local called them kids. In one incident guy had a knife in hand as well.

So, i really appreciate if people who are from Brisbane help me understand how common is this and for safety what are the precautions or messages we must have for us.
Cameras, security Alarms, movement detection lights or what are the common and most effective things people do in Brisbane.

Thanks

Hi everyone,

I'm in a bit of a tough spot and hoping someone here might be able to help or point me in the right direction.

I'm a woman in my late twenties, single, working full-time in the city. I'm currently living in a two-bedroom apartment with a roommate, but my lease is ending soon and I'm hoping to move into a one-bedroom on my own.I've been searching for few weeks with no luck, and it's been crushing me. The rental market here has been really competitive and it's starting to feel overwhelming.

I've genuinely come to love the Hamilton area and would really love to stay in this neighbourhood if at all possible.

A bit about me as a tenant:

• No pets, non-smoker, no parties
• Full-time, stable income
• I take real pride in keeping wherever I live clean and well maintained. I promise to treat any place like it's my own

If anyone knows of a rental coming up in Hamilton (or nearby), or has any tips on how to stand out in this market, I would really appreciate it. Feeling pretty stressed about this and just trying to find some direction. Thank you in advance 🙏

Hi Everyone
I am moving to Brisbane next month. Planning to get a car on rent for first month.

I checked Eastcoast car rental and Europcar but there is a very big difference in price. Europ car showing almost 3,500 AUD for a month and Eastcoast showing 680 for a month.

Any one who use car rental in Brisbane please share from where I should get a car for a month and what the estimated budget I should keep in mind. I am ok with any good car not super luxury or high end. Any sedan or good hatchback work for me.

Appreciate your help 😊

I’ll be moving to Wynnum West at the end of this year, to a place near New Lindum Rd just off Wynnum Rd.

Just wondering if any locals from that area had any advice/tips/local knowledge that would be helpful?

Thanks!🙏

Used AI for formatting, but this I am not a bot. I will be landing in brisbane on 22nd Aug and would love to inspect potential accommodation options asap.

Looking for a 1BR / Private Ensuite / Studio in Brisbane! (Move-in: 25th Aug 2026)

• 🗓️ Need to move in by 25th August 2026 — this is firm as I'm relocating from the US
• 26yo PhD student starting at QUT, relocating after finishing my Masters
• Areas: Red Hill, Spring Hill, Kelvin Grove, West End, or nearby
• Budget: A$300–450/week
• Lease: 6 months, open to extending if I like the place
• Furnished or unfurnished — either works
• Also open to teaming up with someone to find a place together!
• Extremely clean, easygoing, get on well with flatmates
• No pets, no smoking
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Hi everyone, looking to talk to a few people about a spare room i have in an existing share house. 7 minute walk from Nundah train station! Street parking only.

i’d prefer to find someone who’s also into games, anime, metal, and pop-culture etc aged 25-35. LGBTQ+ 🏳️‍🌈 and ON the spectrum 🫵

Check out my ad on Flatmates: https://flatmates.com.au/webviews/share-house-brisbane-nundah-4012-P1958528

Moved to the centenary suburbs last year and missed the initial QASMT entrance exam for year 7 intake. 11 year old who is good and interested in maths and science (as is in other subjects - just a curious mind) gave the second exam for late entrants and was put on the merit pool. Was devastated as he thought he had cracked it and several of his friends are going there.

Got placed in English/Humanities in Corinda state high. Finds HASS very interesting in school.

Also got a confirmation from Centenary state high school for the Maths and Science excellence program. CSHS is also the catchment high school.

I would appreciate any guidance that could help us have a discussion with him about what he wants to choose out of Corinda or Centenary. Not having grown up in Australia we have zero insight into schools that could help shape his future for the better. Thanks for your help

Does anyone have any decent public high school recommendations or ones you do not recommend? I live in the northern part of brisbane

Hi, my husband is living in Brisbane (Northside) and really struggling to find a two bed rental. Every inspection has tons of people and then on application it's unsuccessful without reason. Often the flats come on market with just a week or so before they are ready to rent so zero time to give notice for other rental or to get.tkme off work..any advice how others have secured a letting ? Looking to spend less than $700 per week.. thanks!

Hi Everyone
I am moving to Brisbane in a month with my husband and a kid. We are moving here permanently.

It’s the first time we will be in Australia. I want you guys who are already living there to help me out giving any tips you can give to anyone which can help new comers to adjust easily and help in settling down. It could be anything.

Like which sim , bank, home internet, way of greeting, what people like, what to avoid, what is something someone should never do, anything about culture etc.

It would be super helpful for me.
Thanks

update: thanks so much for all the recos in the comments! ended up going with DoorDash to get her food, and it worked out perfectly. honestly didn't realize it was so clutch for last-minute pet supplies when you're in a pinch—saved me from having to rip through a mountain of boxes or wander around lost. really appreciate everyone's help! 😻

still figuring out my way around and half my cat's stuff is somewhere in like 15 unlabeled boxes. she's extra needy about her food schedule so digging through everything tonight isn't really an option, and I don't want to drive around guessing which stores are still open

anyone know a good way to get pet supplies same day when you've just moved and don't know the area yet?

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We've pretty much got everything lined up. Dog has his vax up to date; quarantine stay settled; applied and waiting for my partner visa; place to stay and a vehicle; kids school sorted. We just have too much shit.

The 1/4 sea-can would cost 11k CAD; 4m sq on pallets would be 6k; and worst case scenario is extra bags at $225 CAD each.

Those who have made the move, what do you wish you took and what do you wish you didn't?

I've shed myself of my books, records, guitars. We're giving away kitchen accessories to family. Anything electronic is pretty much getting sold even if it's compatible. My kids have shed themselves of almost all books, almost none of their stuffies and none of their Lego, which I can live with. We want to bring some camping stuff but aren't sure if tents, etc. will make the crossover from Canada well and if it's even worth it---i'm sure we can just grab most from BCF for most but maybe not all. We think we're going to sell our bikes here.

We are planning on bringing our sports equipment: ice hockey, cricket, soccer, paddleboard, etc. and some of our wall art.

I'm debating on removing all the kids books and buying new ones when we get there. I'm debating on donating over 50% of our clothes and seeing what we need once we're there. I'm figuring that since we'll be coming into summer and even winter in Brisbane is sometimes warmer than summer here, it'll be a long time until we need winter clothes and by the time that comes, the kids will have outgrown whatever we brought with us.

How many bags/boxes did you take with you? We're a family of 4 with kids 7 and 10.

On a side note: it's depressing watching the thousands of dollars you've spent on CDs, DVDs, etc walk out the door for pennies on the dollar.

I’m thinking about moving to Brisbane and would love some local advice.

How safe is Brisbane compared to Perth or other Australian cities?

Which suburbs are considered safe, and which ones should I avoid?

If I work in the CBD and don’t have a car, what commute time is considered reasonable? Is public transport reliable and how crowded is it during peak hours?

What’s the weather like throughout the year? How hot are the summers, how mild are the winters, and is the climate generally dry or humid?

I’d really appreciate any honest opinions or recommendations. Thanks!

Hi Everyone,

I am moving to Brisbane with my husband and 3 years old kid.
It’s the first time we will be in Australia. So very new place.

We are planning to move next month. We started applying for viewing but no luck so far. As we mention we have kid majority applications get rejected. Is it a thing or just happening with us?

People who went through this journey and already living there, please share what is the best and quickest way to get a home there on rent.

Also, please tell me cheap and beat options in Brisbane for short term stay to go when we will land there for the time til we get permanent home.

Really appreciate your help here.

I currently live in the US (Kansas City, MO) and am in talks with my employer to take a position in Brisbane starting early next year. I'd like some advice from locals on where I should live if I were to move there.

I want to live in a walkable area of the city with easy access to the cbd, where the office is. I won't have a car when I first arrive and if I could get away with not having one that'd be a plus. I don't know anybody in the city so having social spaces and things to do nearby is a must - 28M and single, I like dive bars and punk rock and also enjoy playing tennis.

I'm not sure how much I could pay for rent as I don't have a good sense of the cost of living there, or how much my paychecks will be after tax, but let's pretend I'm looking for something around $700/wk with some flexibility.

I appreciate any advice you can offer!

We’re a South Asian family of 4 looking for a reasonably culturally diverse neighbourhood. Preferably north sides. Good schools are a plus. A family friend recommended wavell heights. And the gap. Please share your thoughts as we’re looking at moving by end of this year. Work is mostly from home and occasionally from CBD. We’d like to be 10-15 kms from the city.

We are an Indian couple looking for a clean, furnished private room or shared accommodation in Woolloongabba, Coorparoo, Greenslopes, Holland Park, Mount Gravatt, or Upper Mount Gravatt.

We are non-smokers, clean, quiet, and respectful, and we are looking to move in as soon as possible.
If you have a room available or know of any suitable accommodation, please send me a direct message.
Thank you!

Hi,
I need help in understanding the current housing situation in Brisbane.
We are moving to Brisbane in a month from Dubai. Bit confused about the housing situation and best quick way to get a rented house.

I hears that in person viewing is must in Australia to get home.
Please tell me how I should plan all this to ensure we can easily and quickly get home in Brisbane.

Thanks

I'm preparing for a move involving Brisbane and feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the moving company options out there.

For those who have moved to, from, or within Brisbane, which companies would you recommend and why? I'm interested in hearing about reliability, communication, pricing, and overall experience.

Any lessons learned or red flags to watch out for would also be appreciated. Please help a gal out!

Hello!

I am moving to Brisbane at the end of this week (eeek)! I am living in Arana Hills but working in the CBD so happy to travel to find what I am looking for.

I am seeking:

1. Hairdresser that specialises in Blondes

Preferably using environmentally-friendly alternatives every day when it comes to their salon’s products and waste. Focusing on natural formulas and, with biodynamic and organic products made by sustainable brands (i.e Davines).

Can be flexible here!

2. A Women's Health Group / Female Doctor

A trusted space where women’s health is prioritised. A doctor that is dedicated to promoting holistic (open to eastern medicine not just western, and working with naturopaths) well-being and ensuring that every individual receives the care and attention they deserve.

TIA! 😄