NQ Towing & Transport

4.4(114)

1-3 Southgate Cl, Woree, Queensland, 4868.0

Providing a reliable, professional towing and transport service since 1988

NQ Towing & Transport in Woree
24/7 EmergencyGood PriceHeavy VehiclesAccident TowingFlatbed

Why Choose NQ Towing & Transport?

Customers rely on NQ Towing & Transport for their 36 years of proven experience and fast emergency response across North Queensland and Cairns. With highly rated professionalism in handling everything from accident scenes to oversized loads and difficult access points, plus affordable pricing and flexible payment options, they deliver reliable service when you need it most.

About NQ Towing & Transport

NQ Towing & Transport has been keeping North Queensland motorists moving since 1988, operating around the clock from their Woree base to serve Cairns and the broader region right up to the Cape. With a solid 4.4-star Google rating across more than 110 reviews, this family-run operation combines personal service with serious capability, handling everything from motorcycle towing and car breakdowns to heavy machinery transport, large caravans, and accident recovery. Customers regularly mention owner Richard and driver Gary by name, praising their professionalism and skill on the job. Gary's expertise manoeuvring a speedboat and trailer onto his flatbed tray in the rain earned particular praise, while Richard's calm handling of accident scenes, making sure everyone's safe, calling emergency services, and sorting insurance details on the spot, has left more than one driver grateful. One reviewer noted how their damaged car was picked up straight away and delivered to the insurance assessor that same arvo, a reflection of the team's efficiency when it counts. As the preferred towing provider for major insurance companies, NQ Towing & Transport handles accident towing in Cairns with GPS tracking and electronic dispatch for fast response times. Their fleet tackles heavy vehicle towing too, from buses and trucks to construction equipment, generators, and site sheds. For roadside recovery after a breakdown or transport for a caravan through tight spots, the crew gets it sorted. Reviews highlight their competitive pricing and last-minute availability, with one customer describing them as having "the intimacy of a family business, with the skills, machinery, competency and competitiveness of a major company." Available 24/7 for emergency towing and transport across North Queensland, they're a reliable local choice when you're in a bind.

Services

  • Accident towing
  • Breakdown towing
  • Recovery and salvage of vehicles
  • Vehicle transport
  • Motorcycle towing
  • Truck towing
  • Bus transport
  • Construction machinery transport
  • Access equipment transport
  • Generator transport
  • Road barrier transport
  • Site shed transport
  • Container transport

What Customers Say on Google

Emergency

During a car accident, the team ensured everyone was safe, called emergency services, and handled insurance details seamlessly before picking up the vehicle straight away for assessment.

Price

Even with last-minute requests, NQ Towing delivered very affordable rates with experienced, friendly drivers who prioritise customer satisfaction.

Professionalism

The team tackled challenging jobs with skill—from tight caravan park drops to difficult traffic situations—with professionalism and patience throughout.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About NQ Towing & Transport

They're known for exceptionally fast response times. Owner Richard and his team have been on accident scenes straight away, according to locals we've spoken to. In one case near Cairns, Richard arrived immediately after a collision, called emergency services, ensured both drivers exchanged details for insurance, and had the damaged vehicle collected and delivered to the assessor that same afternoon. Their 24/7 operation from Woree means they're covering the entire Cairns region around the clock.

Absolutely. Driver Gary has built a strong reputation for manoeuvring skill in difficult conditions. He's successfully delivered a large caravan into a very tight caravan park, and locals tell us he's handled speedboat-and-trailer recoveries on the highway in the rain, getting units safely onto his flatbed tray despite challenging weather. Another job involved collecting a Nissan Navara from Rex's Lookout in terrible traffic and a cramped spot — the driver navigated it without issue and got the vehicle to the mechanic safely.

They specialise in transporting construction machinery, generators, access equipment, road barriers, site sheds, and containers throughout North Queensland up to the Cape. With 36 years' experience since 1988, they're the preferred provider for major insurance companies and corporate clients. Their fleet handles everything from buses and trucks to heavy industrial gear, using GPS dispatch to coordinate jobs efficiently. Locals in the construction and industrial sectors consistently tell us they're reliable for moving oversized and awkward loads.

Locals consistently tell us their pricing is very affordable and competitive. We've heard from customers who needed last-minute service and were pleasantly surprised by the cost, describing it as budget-friendly without sacrificing quality. One customer noted they combine the intimacy of a family business with the competitiveness of a major company — meaning you get personal service and fair rates. Richard's 36-year track record suggests he's built loyalty through honest pricing as much as reliability.

Their flatbed tray equipment and driver expertise make them particularly suited to motorcycles, boats, and other specialised loads that require careful handling. Gary's skill in securing a speedboat with a damaged trailer onto his tray during highway rain impressed locals, and their experience with everything from motorbikes to large caravans means they've seen it all. Operating 24/7 from Woree since 1988, they've refined techniques for transporting delicate or unusual vehicles safely across North Queensland's varied terrain.

Contact Details

Address
1-3 Southgate Cl, Woree, Queensland, 4868.0

How NQ Towing & Transport Compares

in Cairns

Rated 4.4 below the Cairns average of 4.6
This biz
4.4
Average
4.6

More reviews than 93% of tow trucks in Cairns

Accident Towing — 1 of 2 in Cairns

Flatbed — 1 of 3 in Cairns

Opening Hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Business Details

Service Areas
North Queensland, Cape, Cairns
Years in Business
36+
Payment Methods
Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments

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