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PORT MACQUARIE TAXIS CONNECTING YOU ANY TIME, ANY DAY, ANYWHERE! AT PORT MACQUARIE TAXIS, WE OPERATE 24 HOURS A DAY – ALL YEAR ROUND. WE BELIEVE IN PROVIDING A SAFE, FAST AND RELIABLE TAXI SERVICE TO CONNECT PEOPLE WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY.
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ith the largest specialised fleet of taxis on the road each day in Port Macquarie, our accredited drivers have been providing the Hastings region with a caring, safe and reliable service for nearly 50 years. Founded in 1970, Port Macquarie Taxis now provides employment for up to 100 local people. From the very early days of two way radio despatch and the old ticking taximeters, the technological advances in vehicle performance and customer service have been remarkable. Our network adheres to strict safety and security standards that are co-regulated and overseen by the government. Every taxi is fitted with standard in-vehicle technology such as security cameras and GPS tracking, providing peace of mind you are always travelling in safety. Meet John Bishop Port Taxi’s Industry Veteran John will reach 50 years in the taxi industry
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next year, beginning his driving career in Sydney after his boss, who owned a hardware store and a cab, offered him some weekend work in 1968. John says this is when he caught the bug and hasn’t been able to shake it since! “Driving a taxi is just in my blood; you never know where you might go, or who you might meet.” The sense of adventure and constant interaction with new people and regulars has always been and continues to be the attraction: “As long as they continue to renew my driving authority, I will keep at it - I’m not getting any younger, you know!” While not full-time anymore, John fully intends to stay behind the wheel until next year, to commemorate the exciting 50 year milestone before his retirement. John moved his family to Port Macquarie and has been an integral member of the Port Macquarie Taxis network since 1987 - clocking up 30 years of service as our second longest serving driver.