Clarke Diesel – Hitachi Sub-Dealer
Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd (HCA) announced the appointment of Clarke Diesel as their sub-dealer in Queensland, with the responsibility for servicing the Far North Queensland region. Clarke Diesel provides sales, extensive after-sales parts and service support on the complete range of Hitachi construction equipment, supported by resident HCA construction equipment Sales Representative Dave Evered.
Clarke Diesel, owned by David Moreno and David Ward, are respected and longstanding members of the Cairns business community. Comprising a team of seventeen employees, their exceptional customer service and specialised industry knowledge caught the attention of HCA. Founded by Laurie Clarke in 1984 as a mechanical repair shop, the company has built a solid reputation for proficiency in passenger, commercial, earthmoving, and marine diesel engines within the automotive industry. David Moreno and David Ward began working for the business during their apprenticeships and eventually took ownership in 2010.
At a national level, HCA operates twenty-three dealerships, five of which are situated in Queensland, catering to the Brisbane, Toowoomba, Townsville, Emerald and Mackay regions, all of which are wholly owned by HCA. According to Matt Gibbs, HCA’s Townsville Branch Manager, “The appointment of a Hitachi sub-dealer in this area highlights HCA’s dedication to fulfilling the requirements of their customers, expanding their national presence and strengthening their visibility in the Far North Queensland region.”
As a globally recognised Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) committed to providing innovative and reliable solutions, HCA places a strong emphasis on customers and ensuring that they remain central to their operations. In line with this principle, the strategic decision was made to appoint Clarke Diesel as a sub-dealer, as they share the same values and are a trusted business that can be confidently entrusted with the Hitachi brand.
"The appointment of a Hitachi sub-dealer in this area highlights HCA’s dedication to fulfilling the requirements of their customers, expanding their national presence and strengthening their visibility in the Far North Queensland region."
Dave Evered, HCA Sales Representative, states, “From my first meeting with both the directors, David Moreno and David Ward, I have been welcomed in as part of the Clarke Diesel Family, not to understate the wording of “FAMILY” and this is just how they treat all of their customers. Superior customer service is paramount in Clarke Diesel’s business success, and I see this every time I enter the front office.”
HCA’s Townsville branch, in conjunction with Dave Evered, have established a robust working partnership with Clarke Diesel, aiming to maintain the continuity of their relationship by providing constant support and open communication. Clarke Diesel performs in-house equipment builds for all sales of mini-excavators and small wheel loaders in their region. Their investment in two new field service vehicles demonstrates their dedication to enhancing their service offerings and ensuring timely and efficient delivery of support to their customers. Dave Evered further adding, “Hitachi mid-sized excavators and wheel loaders have proven to be the popular choice among the people of this region.”
The future looks promising, as Clarke Diesel’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is evident in their approach to growing the Hitachi brand in FNQ. This approach goes perfectly with the values of HCA, which places a strong emphasis on nurturing positive relationships with their customers and continuously improving the quality of their services.
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We are excited to be attending the Norco Primex Field Days this May🚧
We invite you to visit the Hitachi stand, where you can explore our latest equipment, meet our team, and enter for a chance to win a 70L Hitachi branded bar fridge🔥🔥
📍 Event: Primex Field Days, Lismore Showgrounds
📅 Date: 21-23 May 2026
📍 Stand: W56
Take this opportunity to engage with our team and enter the competition. We look forward to welcoming you!
Hitachi is proud to be attending the Primex Field Days this May!
Visit the Hitachi stand (W56) to get up close with our reliable and high performing machinery on display, built to handle the toughest jobs across construction, agriculture, and earthmoving industries.
Our experienced team will be on hand throughout the event to answer questions, provide expert advice and help you find the right equipment solutions for your operation.
📍 Primex Field Days, Lismore Showground
📅 21-23 May 2026
📍Stand W56
We look forward to connecting with customers, operators, and industry professionals across the event. Come by the stand and say hello to the team!
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A great result for the customer and a strong example of what can be delivered through the Canberra and Revesby teams.
🔥 🔥Competition 🔥 🔥
We are running a competition on the Hitachi stand (NN28) at Agfest 2026, with a co-branded 70L bar fridge as the prize!
To go in the draw, simply place an order for a Hitachi machine during the event or within one month following the Agfest 2026 event
Visit the Hitachi stand for more information
📍Stand NN28
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📆 7-9 May 2026
We are excited to be attending the Norco Primex Field Days this May🚧
We invite you to visit the Hitachi stand, where you can explore our latest equipment, meet our team, and enter for a chance to win a 70L Hitachi branded bar fridge🔥🔥
📍 Event: Primex Field Days, Lismore Showgrounds
📅 Date: 21-23 May 2026
📍 Stand: W56
Take this opportunity to engage with our team and enter the competition. We look forward to welcoming you!
Hitachi is proud to be attending the Primex Field Days this May!
Visit the Hitachi stand (W56) to get up close with our reliable and high performing machinery on display, built to handle the toughest jobs across construction, agriculture, and earthmoving industries.
Our experienced team will be on hand throughout the event to answer questions, provide expert advice and help you find the right equipment solutions for your operation.
📍 Primex Field Days, Lismore Showground
📅 21-23 May 2026
📍Stand W56
We look forward to connecting with customers, operators, and industry professionals across the event. Come by the stand and say hello to the team!
Meet the machine. 👊
Our Sydney rep Adam takes you through the Hitachi ZX135US-7H — built for operators who need performance, versatility and confidence on site.
From tight access jobs to demanding civil works, the ZX135US-7H delivers the power and reliability crews count on every day.
Watch the walkthrough and see why this machine continues to turn heads across Australia.
A NEW ERA. SAME PROVEN JAPANESE PERFORMANCE.
Built on decades of trusted engineering from Japan, LANDCROS excavators will continue to deliver the reliability, durability and practical performance operators count on every day.
The name is evolving, but the commitment to supporting Australia’s construction and mining businesses remains the same.
Reliable on site. Ready for what’s next.
LANDCROS — Solutions Beyond Machinery
Build more than a career. Build your future with us.
Applications for our 2027 Apprentice Intake are now open. From hands-on experience to nationally recognised trade qualifications, this is your chance to learn from the best and work with industry-leading machinery and technology.
Ready to take the next step?
Learn more and apply via our website: https://hitachicm.com.au/orange-family/2027-apprentice-intake/
Today, we celebrate the mothers who inspire safer futures, stronger communities, and the next generation.
Happy Mother’s Day from the Hitachi | LANDCROS team.
Big machine. Serious work.
The Hitachi ZX490LCH-7 in operation with Apex Civil Solutions, delivering the power and performance needed to handle demanding conditions on site.
With an operating weight of 50.4 tonnes and 295 kW net power, the ZX490LCH-7 is built to move more material efficiently while providing the reliability operators expect from Hitachi machinery.
Another standout delivery out of Canberra.
This custom-built Hitachi ZX85USB-7 has officially been delivered to Specialized Digging Services (SDS) (@gb_diggs), featuring a custom blue finish completed by Revesby and detailed with bespoke in-house scrollwork.
Hitachi | LANDCROS excavator paired with an engcon rotating wrist and full attachment package, this machine has been set up for versatility from day one, ready to take on a wide range of applications on site.
A great result for the customer and a strong example of what can be delivered through the Canberra and Revesby teams.
🔥 🔥Competition 🔥 🔥
We are running a competition on the Hitachi stand (NN28) at Agfest 2026, with a co-branded 70L bar fridge as the prize!
To go in the draw, simply place an order for a Hitachi machine during the event or within one month following the Agfest 2026 event
Visit the Hitachi stand for more information
📍Stand NN28
📍Agfest 2026, Quercus Park 415 Oaks Road, CARRICK TAS 7291
📆 7-9 May 2026
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