A courier is a company that usually delivers parcels, packages, boxes and cartons. Some couriers may specialize in different services like: local couriers, interstate couriers, cbd couriers, express couriers, refrigerated couriers, wine couriers, same-day couriers, last minute couriers and regional couriers.

Parcel delivery is the delivery of small and large packages, small cartons, small boxes and small and large parcels. Generally any packaged item that weighs 20kgs or less that can be moved without assistance would be considered as parcel delivery.

Cutoff times vary with different transport providers, but generally most will need the parcel posted by around midday for next day delivery. In some circumstances after hours parcel delivery and weekend parcel delivery services are also available.

Parcel delivery times can vary depending on your pick-up location and drop off destination. Same day parcel deliveries and next day parcel deliveries are available for short notice deliveries. The further the delivery destination the longer the trip will take.

The times that couriers stop delivering in Australia varies from provider to provider. Some couriers only operate Mon - Fri (9am till 5pm) in business hours, whereas some couriers operate 24/7 and over weekends.

Yes, Some couriers deliver after-hours nationwide. Each courier will have its own special operating hours. Best to check with each courier beforehand to ensure they do.

It is always best to use proper packaging for your parcel such as padded satchels for small items or boxes with adequate packing beads surrounding your items to prevent excess movements. If your item is fragile it is higly advisable to include fragile stickers on the outside of the parcel to make this known to the courier.

Most Transport Providers have insurance to cover the items they move however this is not verified by Truckit. Also if its not your own policy, then it is really more of a warranty which can make it difficult if you ever need to make a claim. Should you wish to take out your own policy, Single Transit Insurance can be purchased through the Truckit marketplace and is a great way to protect yourself from potential risks without ever needing to rely on a Providers policy. Whilst we believe our transport providers will provide great care of your goods, we understand that accidents do happen and you can give yourself peace of mind with an insurance policy of your own.