From 1 November 2017, the point to point transport industry is set to become more competitive, innovative and responsive, with businesses encouraged to apply for authorisation before new standards for the industry take effect.
With the commencement of the Point to Point Transport (Taxis and Hire Vehicles) Act 2016, point to point transport industry players will have the opportunity to adopt new technologies, establish more flexible business models and set more competitive prices for customers.
The Point to Point Transport Commissioner, Barbara Wise said from Monday, 16 October early applications would be accepted from businesses looking to become authorised for the first time under the new law.
“It is fair to say that the industry will have a lot on its plate over the coming weeks and months with the transition to the new law,” said the Commissioner. “To help make it easier we are inviting point to point transport businesses to submit early applications for authorisation.”
To ease the burden on service providers who are already accredited under the previous legislation, including authorised taxi networks, accredited taxi operators not affiliated with an authorised taxi network, accredited private hire vehicle operators and accredited 4WD and motorcycle tourist service operators, will be automatically authorised.
They will shortly receive advice relating to their authorisation, and information about how to log in to the new industry portal, which will be available from 1 November 2017.