Melbourne to Redlands
Brisbane's quieter bayside alternative
Redland City sits between Brisbane's eastern suburbs and Moreton Bay — a string of bayside towns (Cleveland, Wellington Point, Ormiston, Thornlands, Victoria Point, Redland Bay) that offer waterfront lifestyle without the tourist scale of the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast.
Melbourne movers we see landing here are usually retirees (waterfront townhouses in Cleveland, mature-community estates in Victoria Point), sea-change families (Wellington Point's schools and parks are highly rated), and increasingly work-from-home professionals (Brisbane CBD is a 40-minute drive or a Cleveland Line train ride away).
Coastal humidity, mature trees, and the occasional island
Most Redlands deliveries are freestanding homes on standard blocks — logistically similar to Brisbane North or the Gold Coast hinterland. Two considerations for interstate moves specifically: coastal humidity (we use additional moisture-barrier wrapping for timber furniture and instruments) and mature street trees (Redlands suburbs have decades of established fig trees and gums, which can restrict truck access in older streets).
The Redlands also include North Stradbroke Island and Coochiemudlo Island. If you're moving to either, delivery involves a ferry from Cleveland — mention this at quote stage so we can plan around ferry schedules and any weight restrictions.
Everything you need for a Redlands move
Bayside home moves
Cleveland, Wellington Point, Ormiston, Thornlands, Victoria Point, Redland Bay. Freestanding family homes and waterfront townhouses. Wardrobes disassembled, mattresses wrapped, valuables packed by our team.
Retirement & downsize moves
Downsizing from a large Melbourne family home to a Cleveland or Victoria Point townhouse is one of the most common Redlands move profiles. Packing help, decluttering advice, and unpacking on the Redlands end — so retirement starts easy rather than stressed.
Melbourne storage
Settlement dates for retirement communities and off-the-plan townhouses shift often. Secure short-term storage at our Melbourne depot in Cheltenham from $50/week, arranged before goods ship north.
- Melbourne depot (Cheltenham VIC)
- Modules & 20ft containers
- Full transit insurance
Coastal-climate protection
Redlands humidity and salt air affect timber, leather, artwork, and musical instruments. We use moisture-barrier wrapping on timber pieces and climate-considerate packing for anything sensitive — standard, not extra cost.
Island deliveries
North Stradbroke Island and Coochiemudlo Island moves involve a Cleveland-side ferry. Mention this at quote stage so we can plan ferry booking, tide/weather timing, and any weight restrictions with the ferry operator.
Boats, trailers & caravans
Redlands residents live near the water and often own boats, kayaks, or caravans. We handle transport of most trailer-based items on Melbourne pickup and Redlands delivery — heavy or oversized items we'll flag in the quote.
Mainland Redlands suburbs
Cleveland — the Redlands CBD, with the historic Grand View Hotel, Cleveland Point lighthouse, and Redland Bay Marina. A mix of restored heritage homes, family homes, and increasing waterfront townhouse development.
Wellington Point & Ormiston — popular family suburbs with the Wellington Point spit, King Island (tide-accessible), and highly rated schools (Wellington Point State High, Ormiston College). Established suburban streets with mature trees.
Thornlands, Victoria Point, Redland Bay — south-of-Cleveland corridor. Mix of established homes, newer mature-community estates (particularly Victoria Point), and waterfront properties on Redland Bay itself. Ferry terminals for Coochiemudlo at Victoria Point.
Stradbroke & Coochiemudlo
North Stradbroke Island (Straddie) — 30-minute vehicle ferry from Cleveland to Dunwich. Main townships are Dunwich, Amity Point, and Point Lookout. Delivery here involves ferry booking (we handle this as part of your quote), and travel-time on the island itself between the ferry landing and your address.
Coochiemudlo Island — small residential island, 10-minute passenger + vehicle ferry from Victoria Point. Very limited road network on the island; we'll plan around the ferry timetable and any weight restrictions for our truck.
For island moves specifically: mention it at quote stage. We'll factor ferry cost, tide/weather buffer, and any additional shuttle-truck requirements upfront — no day-of surprises.
The people you'll actually deal with
No 1-800 numbers, no offshore call centres — real people you can call and email back. When you book a Melbourne to Redlands move with Easy Peasy, these are the people managing your enquiry from start to finish.
Markus
Managing Director
Andrew
Customer Service Manager
Mauricio
Operations Manager — VIC
Bobby
Business Development
Melbourne to Redlands FAQs
Are the Redlands part of Brisbane?
Redland City is part of Greater Brisbane / South East Queensland with its own council. It's about 30–45 minutes from Brisbane CBD by car, or an hour by train on the Cleveland Line. Most Melbourne movers to Redlands are choosing the bayside lifestyle over inner Brisbane.
Can you deliver to North Stradbroke Island?
Yes. Delivery to Straddie requires a vehicle ferry from Cleveland (SeaLink Stradbroke Ferries). We handle ferry booking as part of your quote, plan around tide and weather, and factor in the on-island travel time to your address. Mention Straddie at quote stage.
Can you deliver to Coochiemudlo Island?
Yes — via the Victoria Point-Coochiemudlo vehicle ferry. Coochie has limited road network and some weight restrictions, so we plan the delivery method carefully. If our full truck can't make the crossing, we'll arrange a shuttle from Victoria Point as part of the quote.
How do you handle coastal humidity for timber and artwork?
Standard on all Redlands and coastal deliveries: moisture-barrier wrapping on timber furniture (especially heritage pieces), and climate-considerate packing for artwork. For particularly fragile or high-value items — concert-grade pianos, fine art, or wine collections — please mention them when you enquire so we can recommend the most appropriate transport method.
How long does the move actually take?
Most interstate moves from Melbourne are completed within about 1–2 weeks from pickup, depending on load size, schedule flexibility, and time of year. Island deliveries add a day or two on the destination end for ferry timing. Once we've reviewed your enquiry, our team will confirm your exact pickup and delivery window in writing before you book.
Do you provide storage if my Redlands home isn't ready?
Yes — at our Melbourne depot in Cheltenham. Storage is a Melbourne-side service only, ideal when your Redlands settlement or off-the-plan handover slips and you need to hold goods before they ship north. Modular units from $50/week.
What areas does this page cover?
All Redland City suburbs including Cleveland, Wellington Point, Ormiston, Thornlands, Victoria Point, Redland Bay, Alexandra Hills, Capalaba, Birkdale, Sheldon, Mount Cotton, North Stradbroke Island, Coochiemudlo Island, and Russell Island. For Brisbane CBD, see our Melbourne to Brisbane CBD page.
Moving to the Redlands?
Get a fixed-price quote. Cleveland waterfront, Wellington Point family homes, Stradbroke Island deliveries — we handle it all.