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Open doors, open minds
Nov 18, 2016The Taxi Services Commission (TSC) has launched the “Open Doors Assistance Animals 2016” initiative. It aims to provide practical information and advice on taking people with assistance animals in taxis, and to encourage taxi drivers in Victoria to inform themselves of all their legal obligations.
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A bright future
Nov 15, 2016As co-owner of Taxi Staffing Service, a fleet company that has been in operation since 1969, Chris knows too well the effects the swift and sweeping changes of recent times have had on the state’s taxi industry.
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Taxi Industry Reform: Industry Assistance Package
Nov 14, 2016In this article, we delve deeper into the day to day legal and financial consequences for industry participants who receive compensation from the Victorian Government in the form of a payment from the hardship fund, an assistance payment, or a rebate – specifically, how the assistance will be dealt with by the ATO and Centrelink.
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Taxi Fairness Fund application support
Nov 14, 2016As you are all aware, the Victorian state government has announced significant legislative changes to ride sharing, including the current licencing regime.
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Changes to camera specifications
Nov 14, 2016Revision of the taxi-cab camera specifications has been an ongoing project for some time.
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Removal of taxi-cab vehicle specifications
Nov 14, 2016In July 2016 the Taxi Services Commission made changes to taxi vehicle specifications. These changes were followed quickly by the Government’s reform announcement. This article seeks to ensure everyone in the industry is clear about the changes.
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Melbourne Airport access fee and rank fee
Nov 14, 2016Earlier this year Melbourne Airport notified their intention to increase the Melbourne Airport access fee from $2.70 to $3.58 effective 1 November 2016.
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CEO Editorial
CEO ARTICLE
Nov 13, 2016It is with some sadness that I must inform you that this will be my last Editorial for VicTaxi as I am stepping down as CEO of the Victorian Taxi Association (VTA). It has been an absolute pleasure working for the VTA and I very much appreciate the opportunities it has provided me with.
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2016 VTA Annual Lunch
Nov 08, 2016Registrations are open for the 2016 VTA Annual Lunch on Wednesday 7 December at the Colonial Brewing Co, 89 Bertie Street, Port Melbourne, beginning at noon.
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