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Sally McArthur & Steven Jones
Dunedin
Kia Ora everyone, my name is Sally McArthur and myself and my husband Steven Jones, am the proud owner of the first Freedom Drivers franchise in Dunedin. I am excited to bring this very personal transport service to the area and I very much look forward to building relationships with locals looking for a caring service to get them from A to B.
I am born and bred in Dunedin, having lived in several suburbs over the years, as well as having family who lived and operated a business in North East Valley. My father’s family immigrated to NZ from Scotland when he was a child and my mum was English. I have an adult daughter, a 2 year-old grandson I dote on, and my partner has four daughters.
My working life so far has been spent in the public service with 15 years at ACC in various roles, from claims management, to team leader with 14 staff, and then claims manager in the accidental death unit. In the UK I was a Senior Administrator for the Care Quality Commission which regulates Health and Social Care Services monitoring all care homes, mental health services, and other health services to ensure regulatory standards are maintained. I also spent 3 years at the Department of Work and Pensions as a Personal Advisor, assisting unemployed customers to return to the work force.
My key interests are my family, gardening, travel, arts & crafts including a bit of knitting and I am involved with a local church.
Being able to help and support others in the community in a compassionate and non-judgemental way is very important to me which is why I feel that the Freedom Drivers business is such a good fit.
Providing great customer service has been central to every role I have ever done including good listening skills and knowing when someone wants to talk or when they need quiet time. Honesty, integrity and confidentiality is an essential part of my service.
We also offer a Personal driving service for tourists visiting Dunedin and surrounding areas.
Stress free and flexible. If you are on holiday and don’t want to drive or join a crowded tour try our personalised driving service for tourists. Stop when and where you like. Hire us for a half or a full day. Your own personal holiday chauffeur! We are happy to drive long distances, including to Queenstown, Central Otago and Bluff, South Otago. Just call to discuss.
Please feel free to get in touch to find out more about the service or just for a chat! I look forward to hearing from you!
“Having had occasion over the past few months to use the Freedom Drivers service we feel we must write and say how impressed we have been. Our driver, Sally, is lovely and has become a friend rather than just a driver. She is friendly, reliable, helpful and extremely considerate especially when you have a mobility issue as we both do and need help carrying things to and from the car. Sally’s ‘going the extra mile approach’ makes her trips feel so safe and comfortable. She is always punctual and has been prepared to meet us off the Inter City coach when we return from visiting family in Invercargill. Thank you for providing such a brilliant service. Many thanks,”
– Christine, Dunedin
Freedom has been a godsend to me. Trapped without transport and a work site not covered by public transport, I was in a quandary about how to get to work. Then I saw an ad for Freedom. Problem solved. My driver picks me up at Silverdale and takes me to work then returns me home. He is always punctual and the vehicle is always immaculately clean. Awesome! Thank you Freedom!
Wayne, Gulf Harbour
What a wonderful service Gavin provides. My elderly mum is now quite vulnerable, and certainly not able to drive and so Gavin has been a godsend, not only taking mum to and from appointments but also staying with her to make sure information is passed on to me when I can’t be there. I have found Gavin to be totally reliable and trustworthy and very caring. Thank you Gavin for your great service!
Lesley & Laurel M. Tauranga
Freedom Drivers Hibiscus Coast came to my rescue 18 months ago when I commenced my monthly trips to Waitakere Hospital Day Stay. To be able to arrive relaxed and on time no matter what the traffic has been like with Freedom’s professional, caring and amicable Drivers is a big plus for me. Sometimes this has also been with Driver support from the North Eastern Bays team. I am always taken care of in a safe, pleasant manner and look forward to the companionship during our journeys which can be up to an hour each way. I can highly recommend Freedom’s valuable Companion Driving Service which has filled a gap in our community.
Cheryl, Red Beach
Hi there, I would like to pass on my gratitude to Pascoal Fernandes. My dad had to have eye surgery at the Green Lane Clinic. Pascoal was very friendly and approachable. My parents don’t speak fluent English so Pascoal escorted them inside the clinic to make sure they got to the right place. Pascoal is amazing and we will definitely use his service again in the future. I highly recommend him to anyone. Thank you Pascoal once again for helping my parents. Keep up the great service.
Chaoda, Epsom
We had the pleasure of Katherine driving us to our appointment. She was on time & very helpful, car is always very clean inside & out, ask for Freedom Drivers every time, you will always be satisfied.
Ededrie Winwood
Laura from Freedom Drivers is absolutely awesome! She is flexible, reliable and a great communicator. For a very reasonable price she transports my young son safely across Auckland, charges his devices and chats to him about gaming (his favourite topic). I can’t recommend her more, we truly appreciate her professionalism and positive approach.
Emily Muir
Daisy provides a professional and caring service which goes beyond the call of duty. She has become intuitive to my needs, and her willingness and kindness is much appreciated. Her dedicated service enables me to retain my independence but with the additional help which is invaluable. I would not hesitate to recommend her services. Many thanks,
June Gooch, Te Atatu Peninsula
Daisy has been driving me to & from work for the last two years and everyday she provides the same high professional standards. Daisy is a naturally friendly & caring person who is only too happy to assist if needed. I would not hesitate recommending her to anyone.
A Martin
I’d like to commend Daisy who has been transporting a foster child who was in my care and who has recently returned to her mother. Daisy quickly adapted when addresses and pick up locations changed and her communication with us was very good – we always knew what was happening or if there was anything we needed to know about. I would highly recommend Daisy’s services particularly for young people with high needs.
Trish, Social Worker
Fantastic service. Daniel very obliging and thoughtful. We would most definitely recommend him and will use his service again in the future.
Ross and Margaret Waugh
An absolutely wonderful service. I used Freedom in Tauranga and cannot speak highly enough of how efficient, helpful and friendly Gavin was. It really took the worry out of hospital trips.
Dianna Stallinger
Hi, I would like to highly recommend Freedom Drivers- Tauranga (Gavin and his Team) they were outstanding with their service, always very punctual and friendly. I have had 6 weeks with my left leg in cast unable to drive. Gavin and his team have taken the extra stress away by getting me to and from work. Compared to other services I believe Freedom Drivers Tauranga are top of the bunch. Thanks again.
Mark Richards