Moving in
Your guide for moving into your new Ancora apartment
Preparing for your move
Now is an exciting time as you prepare to move into your new home. To make the move as seamless as possible, we've included a 'moving in' checklist as well as general access information for the building.
We know planning a move can be overwhelming so we've taken some of that stress away by putting together a quick checklist to make sure no task is left behind.
Moving in checklist
- Organise professional movers or family and friends to help you move
- Collect your keys and access passes
- Contact the building manager to book the lift for move-in day
- Cancel any deliveries with your old address and organise a redirection of mail by Australia Post
- Register for electricity through Real Utilities
- Telephone and internet connection through a NBN provider
- Organise home and contents insurance
- Organise new school enrolments and transfer current school records
- Establish your local doctor/dentist and transfer existing records
- Transfer family youth activities (eg. Scouts, swim school, sports)
What do I need to update?
Here is a checklist of personal details you may need to update with your new home address.
- Bank accounts
- Electoral roll
- Roadside assistance membership
- Motor vehicle registration and insurance
- Drivers licence
- Medicare and other medical benefits
- Accountant and solicitor
- Subscriptions (eg. magazines, journals, charities, etc.)
- Retail membership accounts
Getting connected
Electricity
Real Utilities is The Waterfront’s carbon neutral energy provider, supplying your home with cheaper, greener, simpler energy. Real Utilities benchmarks its rates against the three biggest energy retailers in your local area - and ensures its rates are cheaper, so you can rest assured that you're getting the best deal.
Connect to the NBN network
Connect to nbn fast fibre today and take advantage of any smart devices and appliances in your new home. To ensure your internet is up and running on move-in day, we recommend choosing a provider, select a plan that suits your needs and the provider will organise connection and help with any equipment needed. Get in touch with them today and get connected.
Planning your move
To organise your move into Ancora, please download and complete the below forms that are applicable to you and send via email to your Building Manager, Daniel Gilbert.
New resident form
This form is required by all new residents to register general details and vehicle information.
Move in/out form
This form is required when planning to book your move in or out of the building.
Pet application
This form is required if you would like to register a pet to reside in your apartment.
Change of flooring application
If you wish to make changes to the flooring in your apartment, please fill out this application.
General works application
If you wish to conduct general works in your apartment, please fill out this application.
Accessing your building
Building access
Lift information
Car Park access
Visitor access
Accessing Your Building
Building A: 11 Lapwing Avenue, Shell Cove
Building B: 15 Cormorant Way, Shell Cove
Building C: 17 Cormorant Way, Shell Cove
Lift dimensions
All dimensions listed below are approximate and subject to your own inspection.
Lift door width: 1000mm
Lift door height: 2100mm
Lift car width: 1400mm
Lift car depth: 1970mm
Lift car height: 2400mm
Your new key fob operates the roller door for entry and exiting of the car park. Your allocated car space is indicated by your apartment number.
All vehicles entering and leaving the car park must comply with the height clearance 2.1m limit clearly identified by signage at the car park entrance. Any vehicles over this height are prohibited from entering the car park as they may cause damage to overhead lighting, duct, and pipework.
Important
- Please park only in your allocated spot
- Please do not attempt to enter or exit the car park while the roller door is in motion
- Do not attempt to rectify/adjust any roller door settings. If you require assistance with the car park roller door, please contact the Building Manager or Strata Manager.
Important
- For visitor access refer to intercoms
- Please ensure all food and general deliveries are met in the lobby to keep the building safe and secure as well as preventing spills or damage
Understanding the By-Laws at Ancora
By purchasing an apartment at Ancora, occupants are responsible for complying with the building's By-Laws (rules of living at Ancora apartments). To get familiar with the By-Laws, please reach out to the Strata Manager.
Building Manager
Frequently asked questions
Contact the Community Development Team if you have any ideas or would like to get involved.
There are several ways you can ensure you’re one of the first to hear about upcoming events, activities, and programs.
NoticeboardKeep an eye on our electronic noticeboard at Shell Cove Town Centre (opposite Woolworths).
Sign up to our newsletter
Register your details here to join our community mailing list and receive the latest ‘What’s On’ newsletter in your inbox each month.
The Waterfront website
Check out our ‘What’s Happening’ page on our website.
Follow us on Facebook for the latest news and updates.
Additional pages for local activities
www.shellharbour.nsw.gov.au/whats-onhttps://libraries.shellharbour.nsw.gov.au
www.visitshellharbour.com.au
Frasers Property Australia is one of Australia’s leading property companies. We are genuinely diversified, active in residential, retail, commercial, mixed-use and built-to-rent. Established in Australia in 1924, our reputation and expertise is built on almost a century of Australian placemaking, creating stronger, smarter, happier neighbourhoods that enhance the way people live life together. Today, more than 350,000 people proudly call a Frasers Property community home. Everything we focus on – from design to construction, to sustainability and community development – speaks to our unwavering commitment to excellence and quality. We also stand by our customers and have expert support and personalised care at every step of the buying journey and well after moving in. To learn more about Frasers Property Australia, visit https://www.frasersproperty.com.au/Residential.
The Waterfront, Shell Cove is well placed to access a selection of local pre-schools, primary schools, high schools and tertiary education providers.
Pre-schools
- Blue Cove Early Learning Centre
- Goodstart Shell Cove
- Marina Cottage Early Learning
Primary and High Schools
- Shellharbour Public School
- Shell Cove Public School
- Nazerth Catholic School
- Shellharbour Anglican College
- Corpus Christi Catholic High School
- Warilla High School
Tertiary Education
- Shellharbour TAFE
- The University of Wollongong
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Go back to the main Shell Cove Residents’ Hub