Taxi passengers say drivers increasingly demanding upfront cash instead of using meter

NSW Taxi Council says no excuse' for drivers to charge off-meter, while industry under pressure with fees frozen since 2014

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Last month, Douglas, who asked not to use his surname, was traveling from Brisbane airport with his family and approached a maxi cab. The driver offered them an upfront fee of $60 if he could find others to join the ride.

I was confused because I didn't think that's how it worked," Douglas said.