Australian Capital Territory Numbered Regulations

ROAD TRANSPORT (TAXI SERVICES) REGULATIONS 2000 (2000 NO 5) - REG 34

(1)      If a taxi travels to a place (the pick-up point ) to carry a hirer or the hirer's goods from the place, the following provisions apply:

        (a)     unless the hirer and the driver otherwise agree, the hiring begins at the later of—

              (i)     the time the taxi arrives at the pick-up point; or

              (ii)     the time appointed for the arrival of the taxi at the pick-up point;

        (b)     if the fares for the taxi include a booking fee—the booking fee is payable.

(2)      While a taxi is travelling to the pick-up point, the taxi is taken for regulation 11 (Signs on taxis) not to be available for hire.

Note      Under regulation 11 the light in the sign on the roof of the taxi will not operate while the taxi is travelling to the pick-up point.