Northern Rivers Freight Specialists
Cross-border freight from Brisbane into the Northern Rivers.
Freight and courier services in Northern Rivers NSW
Our Northern Rivers service crosses the border every business day, running from Brisbane through the Tweed and down to Ballina, Lismore and Casino. Freight is delivered general, with two-way collections back to our Brisbane depot.
Coastal deliveries cover Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, Ocean Shores, Mullumbimby, Byron Bay, Ballina and Pottsville, including retail and hospitality sites with tight access.
Inland runs serve Lismore, Casino and Kyogle, supporting rural suppliers, meat and agribusiness operations, and building trade customers with palletised and bulk freight.
Because the run is two-way, Northern Rivers businesses can send freight north into Brisbane general and on to any Queensland town on our network the following day.
Key precincts we service
Services available in Northern Rivers NSW
Industries we support in Northern Rivers NSW
- Agriculture & agribusiness
- Food and beverage production
- Retail
- Construction
- Hospitality
Delivery schedule
| Destination | Frequency | Typical transit |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane Metro | Monday–Friday | Up to 2 business days (Hot Shot available for urgent loads) |
| Gold Coast | Monday–Friday | Up to 2 business days |
| Sunshine Coast | Monday–Friday | Up to 2 business days |
| Toowoomba & Darling Downs | Monday–Friday | Up to 2 business days |
| Gympie | Monday–Friday | Up to 2 business days |
| Wide Bay–Burnett (Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, Maryborough) | Monday–Friday | Up to 2 business days |
| Northern Rivers NSW | Monday–Friday | Up to 2 business days |
For urgent freight outside Pricing Zones 1 and 2, Hot Shot is the dedicated option, available across the network subject to vehicle and driver availability.
Why businesses choose Ontime Haulers
- 50+ vehicles · 50 more at peak demand
- Documented quality systems
- Safety-first operating procedures
- GPS tracking on every job
- Tailgate rigid trucks
- Electric pallet jacks
- Commercial freight specialists
- Dedicated account management
- Proof of delivery captured on device
- Queensland-wide network
Northern Rivers NSW coverage map
Markers show listed suburbs in this zone. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Suburbs & towns covered
Postcodes serviced
19 postcodes covered in this zone. Not sure if your address is in? Request a quote.
Service levels available
- General
- Hot Shot
- Taxi Truck
Northern Rivers NSW freight FAQs
Related service areas
Express Same-Day inbound from Brisbane Metro, plus general and scheduled runs to and from the Gold Coast.
Express Same-Day metro (Zone 1 and 2 pickups), general and scheduled runs across Greater Brisbane.
General freight across the Darling Downs, Western Downs and Granite Belt.
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