FAQ
Dangerous Goods
Dangerous goods are substances and articles that have the potential to cause harm to people, property and the environment. The term is used to describe a large range of goods including petrol, LP gas, chlorine, explosives and fireworks.
The transport of dangerous goods is regulated under the provisions of the Dangerous Goods Safety (Road and Rail Transport of Non-explosives) Regulations 2007.
We are able to cart Dangerous Goods and for further information on requirements please contact us.
Destinations
G&V Robert delivers freight to areas between Broome and Darwin. Here is a list of the main destinations we deliver to with estimated travel time. For other destinations in this area please contact us for travel time.
| Destination | Distance from Perth | Travel time | |
| Broome | 2,230km | 2 days | |
| Derby | 2,385km | 2 – 3 days | |
| Fitzroy Crossing | 2,560km | 2 – 3 days | |
| Halls Creek | 2,845km | 2 – 3 days | |
| Kununurra | 3,200km | 3 – 4 days | |
| Darwin | 4,030km | 3 – 4 days | |
| Cattle Stations | Various | 2 – 4 days |
Road Closures
Please note during the wet season, December to March with January and February being the wettest months, there can be heavy rainfall which floods the area including the roads. This can cause delays and interruptions to our services as the roads can be closed for several days until the flooding clears. It is best to allow extra time if organising freight in January and February.
Distances between Kimberley Towns:
| Broome | Derby | Fitzroy Crossing | Halls Creek | Kununurra | Wyndham | ||
| Broome | – | 220 | 396 | 686 | 1044 | 1055 | |
| Derby | 220 | – | 258 | 548 | 906 | 909 | |
| Fitzroy Crossing | 396 | 258 | – | 290 | 648 | 659 | |
| Halls Creek | 686 | 548 | 290 | – | 358 | 369 | |
| Kununurra | 1044 | 906 | 648 | 358 | – | 101 | |
| Wyndham | 1055 | 909 | 659 | 369 | 101 | – |
Pricing
When calculating the price of your freight, we use both the weight and dimensions of the freight. This is to ensure that we allow the correct space and meet weight requirements. To compare the weight to dimensions we use 2.1m3 = 1 tonne.
We also offer competitive rates for half or a full trailer load of freight.
Types of Freight
We offer general freight services and are experienced in specialist or unusual freight as well as assisting with logistic projects.
We will cart the following plus more:
- Fencing
- Farming Supplies
- Cars/Bikes
- Steel
- Hay
- Trucks
- Building Equipment
- Pipes
- Trailers
- Building Supplies
- Drilling Equipment
- Boats
- Mining Equipment
- Machinery and parts
- Caravans
- Concrete products
- Fertiliser
- Tyres
Please contact us to discuss your freight requirements.Typically minimum freight is half a pallet.