East Kimberley Towing

Frequently Asked Questions About East Kimberley Towing

Does East Kimberley Towing service remote breakdowns along the Gibb River Road and into the Northern Territory?

Absolutely. East Kimberley Towing regularly handles recoveries from extremely remote locations — they've towed caravans off the Gibb River Road, collected vehicles from Drysdale Station, and retrieved a broken caravan over 50 kilometres past the NT border. Operator Steve has driven up to seven hours one-way to recover vehicles from the Bungle Bungles, and they've completed tows from Lake Argyle to Kununurra (around 150 kilometres). They monitor UHF radio, and locals tell us Chris has intercepted distress calls and organised immediate assistance on the spot.

Who are the key operators at East Kimberley Towing in Kununurra?

The team includes owner Dave, operators Steve and Blake, and office staff Kate and Katey. Dave is known for early morning callouts — he left at 3am to recover a 4WD from the Bungle Bungles on a seven-hour round trip. Steve handles many remote tows and is praised locally for sharing accommodation advice and mechanical contacts in Kununurra. Blake completed a 600-kilometre caravan tow from Drysdale Station, loading at 6am and delivering the same afternoon. Kate and Katey manage bookings and are consistently described as calm, clear, and exceptionally helpful during stressful breakdowns.

How quickly does East Kimberley Towing respond to breakdowns around Lake Argyle and Warmun?

Response times depend on distance, but locals report they move fast. A vehicle broken down at Lake Argyle (roughly 70 kilometres from Kununurra) was collected and towed back within a few hours, with the car stored overnight in their yard before delivery to a mechanic. For incidents 200 kilometres south of Kununurra, they've arrived as quickly as physically possible given the terrain. Jobs along the Gibb River Road and into the NT can involve half-day drives, but they don't hesitate — Dave and Steve have both tackled overnight and pre-dawn departures to reach stranded travellers.

What types of heavy equipment and oversize loads does East Kimberley Towing handle?

East Kimberley Towing runs float towing, dropdeck, and oversize transport services essential for the East Kimberley's mining, pastoral, and tourism industries. They regularly shift machinery, sea containers, and transportable buildings across vast distances to Halls Creek, Timber Creek, and Warmun. They also offer container hire and sales, which is vital for remote stations and construction sites. Blake recently towed a full caravan setup 600 kilometres from Drysdale Station, and they've transported motorbikes, camper trailers, and damaged 4WDs across multi-hour hauls without issue.

Does East Kimberley Towing provide advice and local contacts after a breakdown in Kununurra?

Yes, and locals value this. Steve is known for recommending reliable mechanics, suggesting accommodation options in Kununurra, and advising travellers on how to get back on the road quickly after a breakdown. Kate has provided clear guidance on trucking damaged campers interstate and arranging access to vehicles stored in their yard so owners can retrieve personal belongings. When a wheel came off a campervan, Steve shared practical suggestions for repairs and next steps. This level of local knowledge makes a huge difference when you're stranded far from home in remote WA.