The department will be closed from Monday 23 December 2024 and will reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025. We will respond to queries in the new year. Best wishes for a safe and happy festive season.
A list of publications put out by the department's service areas.
Guidance for licensees who want to have tastings on their licensed premises or at another licensed premises.
Limited reasons why juveniles are only allowed to be on licensed premises.
The 3 circumstances where prior approval is required before a juvenile is permitted on a licensed premises.
Guidance as to the legislative provisions relevant to trading names.
Legislative requirements for websites maintained by, or on behalf of the licensee.
Guidance on the process of a proposed change of conditions on a liquor licence against the wishes of the licensee.
The legislative requirements for planning approvals and local government certifications.
Licensees must ensure responsible promotion or advertising of alcohol.
Explains the limited circumstances in which a residential premises to become a licensed premises.
Guidance for legislative requirements and criteria used when considering the suitability of premises to be licensed under the Act.
Provisions that licensees can rely on to refuse service to certain people.
Understanding when a licensee is permitted to enter into profit sharing arrangements.
What a proceeding before the Director of Liquor Licensing is, and how it might be conducted.
Licence types which may apply for the approval for an approved premises for the storage and supply of alcohol.
Legislative and operational requirements for the inspection and access of documents about licensed premises.
Obligations for recording incidents that occur on and in the vicinity of their licensed premises.
All licensed premises must meet minimum fire safety standards.