Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Sign Makers in Toowoomba Since 1924
Established in 1924, Tierney Signs is one of Australia's oldest and most respected signwriting businesses. Our legacy of craftsmanship began in Sydney with founder James Mark Tierney and continued through four generations of family ownership. Today, under the leadership of third-generation owner Liam Tierney, we combine traditional hand-painted sign techniques with modern technologies to deliver innovative signage solutions. Our fully qualified tradespeople specialise in creating tailored designs that balance aesthetics, durability, functionality, and budgetary considerations. As proud members of the Australian Sign and Graphic Association (ASGA), we maintain the highest industry standards across all our services, from concept design and manufacturing to final installation. With full workshop facilities and a commitment to personalised service, we cater to diverse signage needs including corporate branding, safety compliance, and custom visual communication.Our historical expertise in gold leaf application and traditional signwriting remains a unique selling point in an increasingly digital marketplace. Over decades, we've expanded our capabilities to include illuminated signage, metal fabrication, and large-scale billboard projects while preserving the artisanal skills that built our reputation. This blend of heritage knowledge and contemporary innovation enables us to provide marketing excellence through enduring visual solutions. Our Toowoomba base serves as both workshop and showroom, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to regional Australian businesses.
Services
Billboards
Metal Signs
Custom Signs
Corporate Signage
Illuminated Signage
Traditional Signwriting
Details
- Year established: 1924
Highlights and features
- Fourth-generation family business with 100 years of signwriting expertise
- ASGA-accredited professionals using industry-leading techniques
- Fully qualified tradespeople maintaining traditional craftsmanship
- Innovative blend of heritage methods with LED illumination technology
- Comprehensive service from design to installation across Queensland
Associations and certifications
- Australian Sign and Graphic Association (ASGA)
Services
Billboards
Tierney Signs creates impactful billboard signage for regional Queensland businesses. We offer engineered structures with printed or hand-painted designs, plus rental options for temporary campaigns. Our services include graphic design, fabrication, and installation of dual or single pylon billboards that maximise brand visibility to wider markets through high-impact visual communication.
Metal Signs
We manufacture durable metal signage tailored to Australian conditions. Using materials like 5005H34 aluminium, colorbond, and aluminium composite panels, our safety, directional, and wayfinding signs withstand harsh environments. This service combines traditional metalworking skills with modern fabrication techniques to produce long-lasting, compliant signage solutions for commercial and public spaces.
Custom Signs
Our custom sign solutions include A-frames, braille/tactile signs, window graphics, and property identifiers. We create bespoke signage across multiple materials and formats, from acrylic lettering to reception displays. This service caters to unique business requirements with options for both temporary and permanent installations, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and brand consistency.
Corporate Signage
Tierney Signs provides comprehensive corporate branding through wayfinding systems, 3D lettering, and pylon signs. We implement cohesive visual identities across internal and external environments using materials like illuminated cabinets and fabricated metal components. This service supports businesses in maintaining consistent brand representation through directional signage, office identification, and architectural wayfinding solutions.
Illuminated Signage
Specialising in LED-illuminated signage, we create eye-catching displays for businesses operating after dark. Our services include fabrication of internally lit sign cabinets, refurbished sign restoration, and custom illuminated logos. Using energy-efficient lighting technology within durable housings, we ensure 24/7 brand visibility while maintaining compliance with electrical safety standards for commercial and retail environments.
People
Liam Tierney
Owner/Operator
Third-generation signwriter Liam Tierney leads the business with 30+ years of industry experience. He continues the family tradition of combining hand-painted artistry with modern fabrication techniques. Under his leadership, Tierney Signs maintains ASGA accreditation while expanding digital capabilities to meet contemporary signage demands.
Peter Tierney
Founding Toowoomba Owner
Son of founder James Mark Tierney, Peter established the Toowoomba branch in 1978. He trained his sons Adam and Liam in traditional signwriting techniques, ensuring generational knowledge transfer. His move to regional Queensland expanded the business's reach across southern Queensland's agricultural heartland.
Questions
What types of signage does Tierney Signs specialise in?
We specialise in five core areas: billboards, metal signs, custom signs, corporate signage, and illuminated signage. Our capabilities include traditional hand-painted signs, LED-illuminated displays, safety compliance signage, and large-scale pylon installations.
How long has Tierney Signs been in business?
Tierney Signs has operated continuously since 1924 when James Mark Tierney established the Sydney business. The Toowoomba branch opened in 1978, making us one of Australia's longest-running family-owned signwriting companies with 100 years of combined experience.
Can they create custom signage solutions?
Yes, our custom sign service produces A-frames, braille/tactile signs, window graphics, property identifiers, and more. We work with materials like aluminium, acrylic, and composite panels to create bespoke solutions meeting specific size, design, and compliance requirements.
Which areas do they service?
While based in Toowoomba, we service regional Queensland including Dalby, Southbrook, Oakey, Lockyer Valley, and Goondiwindi. Our billboard services extend to structural installations across southern Queensland's major transport corridors.
Reviews (3)
Stephen Billington
Nov 26, 2021
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Tremendous job from Tierney Signs. Have used them a couple of times and happy with outcome, price, delivery and attitude. Thanks. From Steve Billington on Caravan Renovations on facebook worldwide.
Patricia Robinson
Oct 23, 2021
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I have been using Tierney signs for 25 years. Liam and the staff are more than happy to spend time with you to discuss your ideas and to put a professional touch to these ideas. They are punctual, professional and passionate about their business.
Julie Elliott
Aug 07, 2021
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Tierney Signs are a leading business that has outstanding communication in all phases of the process. Liam provides same of work of the final product and shares idea to make the job have the professional finish it does. Nothing is a problem. Price is affordable and the product outstanding. I recommend Tierney Signs for all your signage work from prep of surface to signage.
