Does anyone know the best way (and cheap) of shipping large items to remote town? e.g. ship a fridge from Adelaide to Coober Pedy. Thanks
I have looked online but the only one I found is quoting $500 which is more than the fridge….
Freight/Courier Service for Remote Town (Adelaide to Coober Pedy)
kfcfatfat on 22/01/2022 - 02:01
Last edited 22/01/2022 - 09:25 by 1 other user
Last edited 22/01/2022 - 09:25 by 1 other user
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If you can ask locals in Coober Pedy, a lot of these towns have a courier company that does a run with a truck one or twice a week from a major centre. You won’t find it on google necessarily, but most locals will know. I often organise for medical equipment to be transported to people in remote locations, I just ask the local nurses. But yes sometimes the cost of transport is more than the item.
I assume you found this one https://www.mcardlefreight.com.au/Services
Agreed. You also have train freight and bus options to CP. Locals will know which is best.
Agreed. Call local pub
I suggest checking any road freight or movers that can carry the fridge as a back load. A quick Google search reveals quite a few that offer back loading service, although I'm not sure if they will service Coober Pedy. In my opinion, that'll be cheaper than the $500 you have been quoted. Definitely worth checking.