Towed and seized vehicles and items
Claim a vehicle or item that’s been impounded or confiscated by Council. Find out what happens to unclaimed vehicles.
Why has my vehicle been towed?
Your vehicle may have been towed from a road because it has been reported as:
- illegally parked (including in a clearway or across a driveway)
- hazardous
- abandoned
- unregistered
- unsightly/dilapidated.
Learn more about illegally parked and unmanaged vehicles.
If the vehicle is registered and parked lawfully, Council will only take action when it is considered unmanaged (e.g. abandoned).
If the vehicle is registered and illegally parked (i.e. in a no stopping zone, across a driveway or in a clearway), Council may issue a fine and/or tow the vehicle.
An unmanaged vehicle is any vehicle that has been parked or left illegally on a Council road or road-related area. This includes hazardous, unregistered, abandoned and unsightly/dilapidated vehicles.
Before removing unmanaged vehicles, we check if the vehicle is registered or stolen. If the owner is found, we give them the chance to move the vehicle themselves.
How can I claim my vehicle?
Use the following process to claim a towed unmanaged vehicle that has been removed from a Council road or road-related area.
Find your vehicle’s reference number. This will be stated on your removal notice or you can look it up using the table on this web page.
You need to satisfy the requirements of ownership to claim a seized vehicle.
You must provide:
- proof of ownership or right to possession to Council’s satisfaction, such as a registration notice or statutory declaration
- photographic identification.
Phone Council on 07 3403 8888 and quote your vehicle’s reference number.
You need to arrange the collection of your vehicle from the applicable tow company.
When collecting your vehicle, you must pay the tow company's release fee.
Find out if your vehicle has been towed
Check the table below for details of all unmanaged vehicles that have been removed from Council roads and road-related areas. We will add vehicles as soon as practicable after towing, and they will be displayed on this page for at least 14 days.
| Date advertised | Seized location | Description of vehicle | Date seized | Council reference number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 March 2026 | Granite St Geebung | Renault Clio hatchback | 29 December 2025 | V-0018268 |
| 5 March 2026 | Apollo Rd Bulimba | Redco boat & trailer combo | 5 January 2026 | V-0017233 |
| 5 March 2026 | Plaza St Wynnum West | Honda Jazz | 16 January 2026 | V-0018046 |
| 5 March 2026 | Kathmaur Ave Ellen Grove | Jeep Cherokee | 20 January 2026 | V-0016976 |
| 5 March 2026 | Rodney St Wynnum West | Holden Colorado | 20 January 2026 | V-0017710 |
| 5 March 2026 | Marshall St Mitchelton | Honda Jazz | 23 January 2026 | V-0017475 |
| 5 March 2026 | Compton Rd Stretton | Volvo V70 | 27 January 2026 | V-0020134 |
| 5 March 2026 | Mount St Toowong | KIA Optima | 28 January 2026 | V-0018439 |
| 5 March 2026 | Murchison St Carina | Nissan X-Trail | 29 January 2026 | V-0007409 |
| 5 March 2026 | Charlotte St Wynnum | Holden Captiva | 30 January 2026 | V-0018337 |
| 5 March 2026 | Forsyth St Fairfield | Landrover Range Rover Evoque | 30 January 2026 | V-0018928 |
| 5 March 2026 | Longlands St East Brisbane | Mitsubishi Pajero | 30 January 2026 | V-0017790 |
| 5 March 2026 | Monmouth St Morningside | Toyota Corolla | 30 January 2026 | V-0017267 |
| 5 March 2026 | Saturn Cres Bridgeman Downs | Hyunday I30 sedan | 2 February 2026 | V-0018809 |
| 5 March 2026 | Martin St Fortitude Valley | BMW 320D sedan | 2 February 2026 | V-0018902 |
| 5 March 2026 | Allen St Hamilton | Subaru Impreza hatchback | 2 February 2026 | V-0017838 |
| 5 March 2026 | Fernberg Rd Paddington | Toyota Corolla | 2 February 2026 | V-0018470 |
| 5 March 2026 | Hamlet St Annerley | Toyota Corolla | 2 February 2026 | V-0018820 |
| 5 March 2026 | Khandalla St Upper Mount Gravatt | Nissan Patrol wagon | 3 February 2026 | V-0017691 |
| 5 March 2026 | Macarthur Ave Hamilton | Holden Astra | 3 February 2026 | V-0016608 |
| 5 March 2026 | Leworthy St Bardon | Nissan Patrol wagon | 3 February 2026 | V-0016466 |
| 5 March 2026 | Hawken Dr St Lucia | Mazda BT50 ute | 3 February 2026 | V-0017913 |
| 5 March 2026 | Nudgee Rd Hendra | Ford Courier | 4 February 2026 | V-0017778 |
| 5 March 2026 | Gatton St Mount Gravatt East | Mitsubishi Express van | 4 February 2026 | V-0019761 |
| 5 March 2026 | Salisbury St Rocklea | Hyunday FD | 5 February 2026 | V-0020445 |
| 5 March 2026 | Honour Ave Chelmer | Jaguar X-Type | 5 February 2026 | V-0014110 |
| 5 March 2026 | Pentex St Salisbury | Mitsubishi Mirage | 5 February 2026 | V-0020580 |
| 5 March 2026 | Barton Rd Hawthorne | Ford Focus | 6 February 2026 | V-0014981 |
| 5 March 2026 | Jackson St Hamilton | Holden Berlina | 11 February 2026 | V-0019025 |
| 5 March 2026 | Proprietary St Tingalpa | Mazda 323 hatchback | 12 February 2026 | V-0017884 |
| 5 March 2026 | Orange Grove Rd Coopers Plains | Mitsubishi Outlander | 16 February 2026 | V-0021075 |
| 5 March 2026 | Marshall St Fortitude Valley | BMW X3 wagon | 16 February 2026 | V-0020388 |
| 5 March 2026 | Quinn St Toowong | Volkswagen Passat | 17 February 2026 | V-0019191 |
| 5 March 2026 | Deerdale St Stafford Heights | Trailer | 18 February 2026 | V-0016780 |
| 5 March 2026 | Gamelin Cres Stafford | Toyota Hiace van | 19 February 2026 | V-0004591 |
| 5 March 2026 | Rennies Rd Indooroopilly | Nissan Pulsar | 20 February 2026 | V-0019458 |
| 5 March 2026 | Clarissa Cl Bracken Ridge | Kawasaki motorcycle | 23 February 2026 | V-0019772 |
| 5 March 2026 | Bromley St Kangaroo Point | Ford Escape | 23 February 2026 | V-0019596 |
| 5 March 2026 | Surbiton Ct Carindale | Mitsubishi Outlander | 24 February 2026 | V-0018775 |
| 24 February 2026 | Stanley St East Brisbane | Nissan Micra | 17 December 2025 | V-0020926 |
| 24 February 2026 | 15 Douglas St Brighton | Trailer Swiftco Atm Up To 4.5t | 19 December 2025 | V-0016942 |
| 24 February 2026 | 17 Avocado St Macgregor | Mitsubishi Triton | 3 February 2026 | V-0017359 |
| 24 February 2026 | 4 Lithgow St Wynnum | Subaru Impreza | 11 February 2026 | V-0020793 |
| 24 February 2026 | 5 Range Ave Brighton | Ford Falcon | 16 February 2026 | V-0021048 |
| 17 February 2026 | Springfield St Macgregor | Mitsubishi Lancer sedan | 25 November 2025 | V-0020677 |
| 17 February 2026 | Joan Jacobi Lane Spring Hill | Toyota Camry sedan | 29 November 2025 | V-0020791 |
| 17 February 2026 | Edward St Brisbane City | Toyota Corolla Hatchback | 2 December 2025 | V-0020806 |
| 17 February 2026 | Water St South Brisbane | Toyota RAV4 wagon | 16 December 2025 | V-0020810 |
| 17 February 2026 | Alice St Brisbane City | Suzuki Swift hatchback | 21 January 2026 | V-0020823 |
| 17 February 2026 | Boundary St Tingalpa | Ford Falcon sedan | 9 February 2026 | V-0020256 |
| 9 February 2026 | Ethel St Chermside | Mazda 3 sedan | 11 September 2025 | V-0011464 |
| 9 February 2026 | Ingram Rd Sunnybank Hills | 6x4 Box Trailer | 17 November 2025 | V-0017135 |
| 9 February 2026 | Barham St Coopers Plains | Vespa | 13 January 2026 | V-0019404 |
| 9 February 2026 | Sussex Rd Acacia Ridge | Hyundai Getz | 23 January 2026 | V-0019994 |
| 9 February 2026 | Methyr Rd New Farm | Hyundai Elantra sedan | 3 February 3036 | V-0018737 |
Unclaimed vehicle auctions
Unclaimed seized vehicles may be offered for sale by private treaty, tender, expression of interest or auction at Manheim in Brisbane.
For more information about auctions, visit Manheim.
Manheim Brisbane
110 Lamington Ave, Eagle Farm Qld 4009 07 3868 9999Monday to Friday: 8am–4:30pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Vehicles and articles removed from Council assets other than roads
Under the Public Land and Council Assets Local Law 2014 (the Local Law) Council can confiscate or remove articles and vehicles left on Council land other than roads or road-related areas.
We publish a list of these confiscated articles and vehicles on our website in accordance with the Local Law.
They may be released to the owner within a certain timeframe or sold or disposed of after that timeframe has passed, following the processes in the Local Law.
Find out if your vehicle or article has been confiscated
Where a vehicle or article is confiscated or removed under the Local Law, and the owner (or a person in charge) is present at the time of confiscation, the Council officer will issue a receipt to that person. The details of these articles or vehicles will not be published on Council's website.
The details of all other confiscated articles or vehicles (the Notice of Confiscation), will be published in the following table. They will be listed as soon as practicable and displayed for at least 14 days.
| Seized location | Description of vehicle or article | Date seized | Council reference number |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Riverside Dr, West End |
Electric Motor |
4 March 2026 |
23033263 |
|
Cathedral Square, Brisbane City |
Bible |
4 March 2026 |
23080911 |
|
King Edward Park, Brisbane City |
Debit Card |
4 March 2026 |
23080825 |
|
King Edward Park, Brisbane City |
Mobile Phone |
4 March 2026 |
23080825 |
|
Emma Millar Place, Brisbane City |
Keys |
4 March 2026 |
23039563 |
|
Emma Millar Place, Brisbane City |
Chain with key |
4 March 2026 |
23039563 |
|
Riverside Dr, West End |
Wallet |
4 March 2026 |
23033263 |
|
Riverside Dr, West End |
Personal Documents |
4 March 2026 |
23033263 |
| Emma Millar Place, Brisbane City | Sunglasses | 26 February 2026 | 23039563 |
| Emma Millar Place, Brisbane City | Asthma inhaler | 26 February 2026 | 23039563 |
| Emma Millar Place, Brisbane City | Asthma spacer | 26 February 2026 | 23039563 |
| Emma Millar Place, Brisbane City | Bag with jewellery | 26 February 2026 | 23039563 |
| Emma Millar Place, Brisbane City | Bag with clothing | 26 February 2026 | 23039563 |
| Emma Millar Place, Brisbane City | Suitcase | 26 February 2026 | 23039563 |
| James Warner Park, Kangaroo Point | Books | 26 February 2026 | 23034572 |
|
Campbell Street, Bowen Hills |
Bicycle |
25 February 2026 |
22969435 |
|
Campbell Street, Bowen Hills |
Bag with personal belongings |
25 February 2026 |
22969435 |
|
Campbell Street, Bowen Hills |
Suitcase with personal belongings |
25 February 2026 |
22969435 |
|
Campbell Street, Bowen Hills |
Keys |
25 February 2026 |
22969435 |
|
Campbell Street, Bowen Hills |
Box with personal items |
25 February 2026 |
22969435 |
| Riverside Drive, South Brisbane | Fishing rod | 24 February 2026 | 23033263 |
| Riverside Drive, South Brisbane | Bible | 23 February 2026 | 23033263 |
| Riverside Drive, South Brisbane | Portable charger | 23 February 2026 | 23033263 |
| Riverside Drive, South Brisbane | Wall plug | 23 February 2026 | 23033263 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Television |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Fan |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Sports Photograph |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Personal Documents |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Empty Money Tins |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Headphones |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Wallet |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Bowling Bag with Bowling Ball |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Shoes |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Watch |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Clock |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
CD Player |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Toiletries |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Receipts |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Painting |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Trophies
|
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Mug |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Sports Bag |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Coasters |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Beanie |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Air Freshener |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Autograph Book |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Medication |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Toy Bus |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Book |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Power Bank |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Musgrave Park, South Brisbane |
Wheelchair |
19 February 2026 |
22922087 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Handbag |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Mobile Phone |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Headphones |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Glasses |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Air Mattress |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
USB stick |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Toiletries Bag |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Contact lens cleaning machine |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Jewellery |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Bag with personal items |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Cards |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Power bank |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
|
Kurilpa Point Park, South Brisbane |
Personal Documents |
11 February 2026 |
22874462 |
| Musgrave Park, South Brisbane | Book | 30 January 2026 | 22433391 |
| Musgrave Park, South Brisbane | Black bag with personal belongings | 30 January 2026 | 22433391 |
| Childs Road Park, Nudgee | iPad | 9 February 2026 | 22768658 |
| Childs Road Park, Nudgee | Bicycle | 9 February 2026 | 22768658 |
If you are the person claiming a right to possession of a confiscated article or vehicle, you must:
- provide proof of ownership or right to possession to Council’s satisfaction
- provide photographic identification
- pay the application release fee.
Once a person has claimed a right to possession, they have up to 28 days to satisfy these requirements and collect the article or vehicle.
To claim a confiscated article or vehicle, phone Council on 07 3403 8888. Quote the Council reference number provided on the receipt or on the table on this web page (the Notice of confiscation).
All confiscated vehicles or articles that are not claimed within 14 days or claimed items where the claiming requirements have not been met within 28 days, will be offered for sale in accordance with the Local Law. If there is no purchaser for a confiscated article offered for sale, Council will dispose of the article or vehicle in accordance with the Local Law.
Confiscated vehicles and articles chosen for auction are auctioned at Manheim, 110 Lamington Avenue, Eagle Farm.
Vehicles and articles for auction will be published on this page.
There are currently no vehicles or articles listed for auction in accordance with the Public Land and Council Assets Local Law 2014.
For information on future auctions, visit the Manheim Auctions website.
Frequently asked questions
If your car has been towed for being parked illegally, including parking in a clearway or ‘No stopping’ zone, contact Council on 07 3403 8888.
For an unmanaged vehicle, removed from a Council road or road-related area, quote the Council reference number found on the removal notice or look it up using the table on this web page.
Within 28 days of the vehicle being seized, you must:
- provide proof of ownership or right to possession to Council’s satisfaction (such as registration notice, statutory declaration) and provide photographic identification
- arrange for collection of the vehicle
- pay a release fee to the tow company when collecting your vehicle. There may also be a parking fine on your vehicle that you’ll need to pay to Council.
If these requirements are not met within the 28 days, Council may dispose of the vehicle.
To claim a confiscated article or vehicle, phone Council on 07 3403 8888. Quote the Council reference number provided on the receipt given to you by the Council officer present at the time of confiscation.
Details of all other confiscated articles or vehicles are published on the table on this web page.
If you claim a right to possession of a confiscated article or vehicle, you must:
- provide proof of ownership or right to possession to Council’s satisfaction
- provide photographic identification
- pay the application release fee.
You have up to 28 days to satisfy these requirements and collect the article or vehicle after claiming a right to possession.