Public Weighbridge in Cairns

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A White Truck With a Stainless Steel Bumper is Parked in a Garage — Newport Recycling in Woree, QLD

Cairns Public Weighbridge

Need to weigh a vehicle or trailer quickly and accurately? Whether for compliance, resale, towing checks, or business reporting, Newport Recycling offers reliable, certified public weighbridge services for all vehicle types in Cairns. Our weighbridge is open to the public and designed to accommodate everything from small loads to full commercial trucks. With fast service and flexible payment options, getting a certified weight ticket has never been easier.


Our weighbridge is ideal for tradies checking compliance loads, caravan owners verifying tow weights, or transport businesses needing accurate documentation. You’ll receive an official printed ticket on the spot, and our experienced team is happy to walk you through the process if it’s your first time.


With easy access, no booking required, and friendly staff ready to assist, using our weighbridge is a breeze. Whether it’s a quick weigh-in or part of your regular routine, drop by Newport Recycling or call 07 4033 5612 for more information.

Weighbridge Access Made Easy

We have an 18m public weighbridge.

 

We can provide weigh tickets for just about any vehicle - cars, boats, trailers and trucks from 20 kilos to 60 tonnes.


Tickets:


  • $44 for single weights, i.e., gross or tare
  • $66 for axle groups and gross & tare
  • $99 for multiple combinations of weights


We now have EFTPOS! We can accept cash, account and now card customers.

A White Truck With a Yellow and Red Sticker on the Back is Parked in a Garage — Newport Recycling in Woree, QLD

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a public weighbridge and who can use it?

    A public weighbridge is a large, certified scale that measures vehicles' weight and loads. It’s open to the general public, businesses, and transport operators who need an official, documented vehicle weight for legal, commercial, or personal reasons. 


    Weighbridges are commonly used for towing compliance, buying or selling vehicles, landfill drop-offs, and logistics reporting.

  • Do I need an appointment to use a public weighbridge?

    In most cases, you don't need an appointment. Public weighbridges are designed to provide fast, walk-in service for many vehicles. Drive onto the scale and let the operator know what type of weight ticket you need. The process usually takes just a few minutes. 

  • What kind of weight ticket will I receive?

    Weight tickets are printed records that detail your vehicle's weight measurements. The ticket may show the gross weight (fully loaded), tare weight (empty), axle group weights, or a combination. These tickets are helpful for legal compliance, registration updates, insurance verification, or proof of sale.