Trailer Hire Terms & Conditions

Cancellation

Bookings may be cancelled prior to the scheduled pickup time.

Cancellations within 24 hours of pickup may result in forfeiture of booking fees.

Failure to attend pickup (no-show) results in full forfeiture of the hire fee.

Hire Period

The hire period commences at the agreed pickup time and ends at the agreed return time.

Charges apply for the full hire period regardless of early return.

Damage, Loss & Theft

The Hirer is fully responsible for all damage beyond fair wear and tear.

The Hirer is responsible for tyre punctures, blowouts, light/plug damage, cage damage, axle/spring damage, and accessory damage.

If the trailer becomes unsafe, the Hirer must stop using it immediately.

If the trailer is stolen or not returned, the Hirer must pay the full replacement value and provide a police report.

The Hirer is liable for any loss of income or additional costs incurred by the Owner due to damage or unavailability of the trailer.

Insurance

The Owner does not provide insurance.

The Hirer is responsible for all loss, damage, and liability unless otherwise agreed.

Indemnity

The Hirer indemnifies and holds the Owner harmless against all claims, loss, damage, injury, or liability arising from the use of the trailer.

Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law, the Owner is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from use of the trailer, including indirect or consequential loss.

Risk Acknowledgement

The Hirer acknowledges that use of the trailer involves risk and assumes full responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage.

Condition & Acceptance

By removing the trailer from the pickup location, the Hirer confirms it is in good working condition.

Any damage not reported prior to departure is deemed to have occurred during the hire period and is the Hirer’s responsibility.

Condition Photos

The Hirer must take clear photos at pickup and return (front, rear, sides, wheels, cage, plug, drawbar).

Failure to do so may result in the Owner’s assessment of damage being accepted as final.

Responsibility

The Hirer is responsible for all tolls and fines incurred during the hire period.

The Hirer is responsible for ensuring the towing vehicle is suitable, registered, and compliant with legal requirements.

The Owner is not responsible for any goods transported in the trailer.

Use Requirements

Only the Hirer may tow the trailer unless an authorised driver is listed.

All drivers must be 21+ years old and hold a valid unrestricted Australian driver licence.

No intoxicated, reckless, or dangerous towing.

No off-road use, beaches, water crossings, or unsealed roads beyond reasonable residential access.

The trailer must be securely coupled with safety chains attached and lights functioning.

The trailer must not be overloaded.

All loads must be secured safely.

The Hirer must not repair, alter, or modify the trailer.

The trailer must not be sub-hired, lent, or transferred to any third party.

Maximum speed is 100km/h or the posted speed limit (whichever is lower).

Accident Reporting

The Hirer must report any accident, damage, or incident within 24 hours.

The Hirer must not admit fault.

The Hirer must provide photos and full details of the incident.

Repossession

If the trailer is not returned on time, the Owner may recover the trailer without notice or report it stolen.

The Hirer irrevocably authorises the Owner (where legally permitted) to enter any property where the trailer is located to recover it.

All recovery, transport, and associated costs are payable by the Hirer.

Additional Fees

The Hirer authorises the Owner to charge the nominated payment method for any outstanding amounts, including damages, late fees, tolls, fines, cleaning, and recovery costs.

Additional charges may include:

Late return fee: 150% of the original daily hire fee (per day or part thereof) until returned

Cleaning fee: $50 if trailer is returned unclean

Recovery fee: All costs incurred in retrieving the trailer

Tolls & fines: Full amount plus $50 administration fee

Incorrect Return Location

If the trailer is not returned to the agreed location, the Hirer must pay all relocation costs plus an additional fee determined by the Owner.

Australian Consumer Law

Nothing in these terms excludes rights under Australian Consumer Law.

To the extent permitted by law, the Owner’s liability is limited to repair or replacement of the trailer.