If your vehicle has been towed from a clearway

We provide clearway towing services to councils and road authorities across Melbourne. This work helps traffic flow during peak times and keeps lanes clear for emergency, transport and delivery vehicles.

A vehicle is deemed legally impounded when any part of the tow truck has made contact with the vehicle, as defined by the Department of Transport Planning.

If you believe your vehicle has been towed from a clearway, enter your registration above to check our records.

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Collecting your vehicle

You can collect your towed vehicle from our Collingwood impound, 34 Cromwell St, Collingwood.

Hours of operation

Monday – Friday 6:30am – 9:00pm
Saturday 8:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday Closed
Christmas Eve 6:30am - 6:00pm
Public holidays Closed

Christmas Opening Hours

Monday 22 December 2025 6:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 23 December 2025 6:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 24 December 2025 (Christmas Eve) 6:30am - 6pm
Thursday 25 December 2025 (Christmas Day) Closed
Friday 26 December 2025 (Boxing Day) Closed
Saturday 27 December 2025 8am - 1pm
Monday 29 December 2025 6:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 30 December 2025 6:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 31 December 2025 (New Year's Eve) 6:30am - 9pm
Thursday 1 January 2026 (New Year's Day) Closed
Friday 2 January 2026 6:30am - 9pm
Saturday 3 January 2026 8am - 1pm

What To Bring

To collect your vehicle, you will need to bring:

  • Your driver’s licence
  • Keys to the vehicle
  • Payment for the release fees

We cannot release your vehicle to you without these three items.


DTP Costs

Release Fees

Release fees

DTP and local council municipalities authorise vehicles towed from clearways and set release fees. Fees are not negotiable and required to release your vehicle. Vehicles are towed under authority of DTP or the local Council municipalities. Storage fees are set by these authorities and are not negotiable.

Current release fees as set by the relevant authorities are listed below.

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Broken Down?

Have you broken down or need urgent transportation? 
Get in touch via phone or online form to arrange help!

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Towing & Transport Quote

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What Needs Towing?

Asset Details

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Enter Rego
Please describe what needs transporting in as much detail as possible. Include weight and dimensions if known.
This vehicle is driveable
This vehicle was in an accident
What is the length and width of the boat / trailer?
What is the GVM? (Gross Vehicle Mass)
Type of hitch (e.g., 50mm tow ball)?
This boat or trailer has electric brakes
What pin / connection does your boat / trailer use.
What are the dimensions (e.g., 20ft, 40ft container)?
Total weight including contents?
Does it require a tilt-tray or container-specific transport?
Are there any dangerous goods inside (e.g., chemicals)?
What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?
What is the GVM? (Gross Vehicle Mass)
Has it been exposed to dangerous or hazardous materials
What is the make, model, and type of truck (e.g., rigid, prime mover, tipper)?
Total length, width, and height of the truck?
What is the GVM? (Gross Vehicle Mass)
Please describe your reason for the tow
What is the make, model, and type of motorcycle (e.g., cruiser, dirt bike)?
Any fuel leaks or battery hazards?
What type of materials are being towed (e.g., timber, steel)?
Total weight of the load?
Dimensions of the load (length, width, height)
Is it palletised or loose?
Any hazardous materials (e.g., chemicals, asbestos)?
What is the make, model, and length of the limousine?
GVM - What is the GVM? (Gross Vehicle Mass)
Does it have low clearance or wide body modifications?
Any fluid leaks or battery issues?
What is the size and capacity of the generator (e.g., kVA rating)?
Length, width, and height?
What is the total weight?
Any risk of leaks or electrical hazards?
What is the length and width of the caravan?
What is the GVM? (Gross Vehicle Mass)
Type of hitch (e.g., 50mm tow ball)?
This vehicle has electric brakes
What pin / connection does your caravan use.
What is the make, model, and size of the bus/coach?
What is the GVM? (Gross Vehicle Mass)

Journey Details

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