Moving in Coledale
Coledale is a small coastal village between Thirroul and Austinmer, known for its laid-back character and the Coledale Surf Life Saving Club. The suburb is threaded by Lawrence Hargrave Drive and a handful of cross-streets running up toward the escarpment. The housing stock is a mix of original fibro beach cottages and newer architect-designed homes that have replaced them on the premium ocean frontage. Access is similar to Austinmer -- the escarpment-side streets are steep, narrow and sometimes require the crew to carry items a significant distance from the truck. The village is compact enough that most moves are completed in a single truck run if they are planned carefully.
Local access & logistics
Every Coledale move starts with the access, because that is what decides the truck, the crew and the timing. Here is what we plan around in Coledale:
- Escarpment-side streets: steep and narrow, similar access constraints to Austinmer
- Mix of original fibro cottages and premium architect homes: varied move size and access
- Village is compact: most moves fit in one truck run with careful planning
- Lawrence Hargrave Drive congestion on weekends -- weekday or early-morning moves are faster
Send us the pickup and drop-off addresses with your quote and we'll tell you exactly how we'd handle your move, including parking, the carry and any lift or staircase that needs a plan.
Our Coledale removal services
House Removals
Full home moves, packed and protected, room to room.
Office Removals
After-hours and weekend office moves with minimal downtime.
Furniture Removals
Single items or a few pieces: sofas, beds, pianos, fridges.
Packing & Unpacking
Pro packing, quality cartons, and unpacking at the other end.
Interstate Removals
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and beyond.
Storage Solutions
Short or long-term storage when the dates do not line up.
Parking and permits — Wollongong City Council
Wollongong City Council can issue a Temporary No-Parking Authorisation for residential moves. You apply via the council website or by calling the Contact Centre, typically 3-5 business days in advance. The authorisation covers a defined kerb section for a single day and is free for residents. Clearway sections on Crown Street and Keira Street are not covered — our crew scouts the loading zone for CBD and Crown Street moves as part of pre-move planning. For suburban Wollongong, Fairy Meadow, Corrimal and most residential streets, council approval is rarely needed: legal kerb parking timed around early-morning departure (before commuter traffic) is the practical approach.
Coledale removals: common questions
Can a standard truck reach Coledale properties?
Lawrence Hargrave Drive through Coledale is a single-lane road with occasional passing bays. A standard removalist truck can use it, but properties on the escarpment face or on the tight cliff-top tracks need a smaller vehicle. We will confirm the vehicle size before booking any Coledale move.
Is a shuttle relay needed in Coledale?
Frequently for escarpment-side properties, yes. The relay involves a smaller Luton van loading at the house and transferring to the main truck parked on the highway. This adds 30-60 minutes but avoids damage to the truck or property on tight access.
How much does a Coledale move cost?
Our rates start at $200/hour for two movers and a truck, $250 for three movers, and $400 for a larger crew with two trucks. You get a clear indicative quote up front — no surprises on the day. Coledale is one of the higher-access-complexity suburbs in the Illawarra. A full-house move may take 30-90 minutes longer than a comparable flat-access suburb. We include a full access assessment in the quote.
How far is Coledale from Wollongong?
Coledale is about 20 km north of Wollongong via Lawrence Hargrave Drive. The scenic coastal route is the only practical road access.