State of Origin – The Decider!
State of Origin – The Decider!
We are preparing for our BIGGEST WEDNESDAY NIGHT EVER!
50,000+ fans will pack Suncorp stadium to watch the battle unfold.
Pubs all over town will be jam packed with proud fans that missed out on tickets.
Anticipate two big rushes to/from pubs and Suncorp Stadium:
- Getting there: 5pm-8pm
- Getting home: 10pm-12 midnight (if we win the party will rock on even later!)
If you’re a fan, do watch the game, these hours are quieter.
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We’ve Partnered with Next Hotels
To keep you busier, we’ve partnered with Next Hotels in Brisbane to be their preferred transport provider.
All guests staying at Next Hotel will be given a special code so they can claim their first ride free.
The best spot to pick up guests from Next Hotel is in Burnett Lane (see map above).
Looking for a nice spot for a date on the weekend? Have a cocktail at Pooltino at the rooftop pool deck.
Weekly Five Star Partner Tip
“Be a true professional and avoid discussing serious things like politics or religion. Keep the conversation relaxed.” – Raj (4.8)
You don’t want to offend someone by discussing something they may not feel comfortable with.
Share your 5 star partner tip here. Be creative! The more variety, the better.
News in the World of Uber
NSW To Conduct Taxi Review
The ABC reports that NSW Transport Minister Andrew Constance announced the formation of “an independent taskforce” to “review the state’s ‘point to point transport’ sector,” including taxis, hire cars, and Uber, and recommend “an adjustment package” to level the playing field among competitors and to “to put structures in place to stop people manipulating the system.” Foley, Leader of the New South Wales, Australia Labor Opposition, argues that the NSW government needs to engage with the sharing economy, which he says is “already big business,” because it can help ease capacity issues by utilising resources more efficiently. Foley notes that Uber “could dramatically ease congestion on NSW roads”.
West Australian Premier Says Uber Is Here To Stay, Govt Won’t Stop It.
The West Australian reported that Colin Barnett, Premier of Western Australia, has declared that “Uber is here to stay, and the State Government will not try to shut it” down, arguing that the “taxi industry has to change” and “competition that Uber is bringing in will result in a higher standard right across the sector.”
Why my Car Costs More Than Taking Uber Everywhere
In an opinion piece for Gizmdo David Anderson breaks down the financial benefits of doing away with car ownership in favour of Uber, a trend becoming more and more common around the works.
Need help?
Send us an email: partners.brisbane@uber.com Visit us at the Uber Partner Centre:
Unit 7, 441 Nudgee Road, Hendra. Check the schedule here for staffed hours.