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A NEW ERA DAWNS

The final report of the Taxi Industry Inquiry was tabled in Parliament on 12 December 2012, with the Government announcing that it is seeking further public (and industry) comment until 30 January 2013. The VTA welcomed the opportunity to have further input, and has submitted its response.

Given the further consultative period, it is anticipated that the Government's response to the Inquiry's final report might not be known for some time yet.

Whatever the Government decides regarding the Inquiry's recommendations, 2013 will see a new era dawn as reforms start to be rolled out. The VTD is already implementing changes to its requirements in regard to licence holder, operator and driver accreditation, which the VTA welcomes.

Across the industry, this new era will see changes in focus, structures, roles and performance expectations. It will bring challenges, but also opportunities.

There is much work to done during 2013 in adjusting to whatever the reforms might be. The industry needs to remain vigilant and ready to argue its case at all times calmly, professionally and factually.

I congratulate taxi drivers and operators on their great performance leading up to Christmas and the New Year period. Statistics reveal that the usual city hot spots were well serviced by taxis with queues of passengers waiting at the major ranks moving through quickly.

This being the first Taxi Talk edition for 2013, I wish everyone a safe and profitable New Year.

Neil Sach
VTA CEO

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Response of the Victorian Taxi Association to the Victorian Taxi Industry Inquiry Draft Report and Associated Recommendations