Established taxi companies in Queenstown fear the resort will get a bad reputation. Photo: Getty ImagesQueenstown has become ‘‘the Wild West of the taxi industry’’ since rules were relaxed in October last year, New Zealand’s taxi boss says. He was also concerned that he had jumped in local cabs where ‘‘people were just filling in after their regular jobs’’ - becoming a risk to other road users. In fact, Mr Malik said he charged visitors less than the going rate, while also giving locals a good deal. I’m not aware of it.’’While some newbies might be greedy, that equally applies, Mr Malik said, to some drivers working for established companies.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 16, 2018 02:15 UTC