Taxis

There has been a "frustrating" lack of progress in the way traffic is managed at Forsyth Barr Stadium, and traffic was "bumper to bumper" after the Highlanders versus Stormers game on Saturday, Dunedin Taxis director Murray Alcock says.

Another Dunedin taxi driver is vowing to keep his eyes peeled after a possible fresh sighting of a rogue driver offering rides for fares in the city.

A Dunedin driver said to be operating a rogue taxi service in the city could have "sinister" motives when offering late-night revellers rides home, police have warned.

A sponsorship agreement between Forsyth Barr Stadium and Dunedin Taxis will not compromise access for any elderly or disabled passengers choosing to use alternative cab services, the venue's commercial manager says.

A Dunedin taxi operator is crying foul after being ordered to stay off the Forsyth Barr Stadium grounds by a rival company.

New cabs may be available in Dunedin soon, as a fledgling venture steps in to replace Otago Taxis that ceased business last week owing thousands of dollars.

New Zealand taxi companies - including two Otago firms - owe about $500,000 to an Auckland business, the company says.

A Dunedin taxi company director says industry watchdogs have "gone mad" in the wake of recent legislation changes and the approaching Rugby World Cup tournament.

A Dunedin taxi company is unable to operate its full fleet of vehicles as it struggles to meet new legislation, which requires the costly installation of security cameras and monitoring equipment.

Dunedin and Queenstown taxi firms have differing outlooks on the costs associated with legislation changes, which will make protective security measures for drivers compulsory.