The liquor industry has welcomed the Cook government’s new cabinet, highlighting leadership in key portfolios that impact WA’s hospitality and tourism sectors.
Category: Laws & Licensing
Adelaide CBD introduces new Liquor Accord to address alcohol-related issues
A new initiative aimed at addressing anti-social behaviour linked to takeaway alcohol in Adelaide’s CBD has been launched.
NT Government trials changes to Gove Peninsula Liquor Permit scheme
The trial will run from 1 October 2023 to 31 March 2024, and will remove the current tier permit that allows unlimited purchase of alcohol.
Consultation begins on QLD online liquor sale regulations
The QLD government is consulting key stakeholders about changes to online liquor sales and delivery regulation.
Retailers urged to be wary of alcohol fraud
The Australian Border Force is urging retailers to be wary after uncovering a multi-million dollar alcohol fraud operation.
Aldi applies for SA liquor licences
The retailer could become SA’s first supermarket to sell alcohol, applying for liquor licences for six stores.
Mandatory Pregnancy Labels on alcohol set to cost industry a lot more
Andrew Wilsmore, the CEO of Alcohol Beverages Australia (ABA), discusses the cost that will likely be incurred if mandatory pregnancy labelling goes ahead.
Minimum wages to increase
Retailers are reminded that the Australian national minimum wage will increase on 1 July.
Australian distillers demand reduction in ‘spirits super tax’
At the Australian Distillers Association annual conference last week, distillers called on the Government to reduce the excise duty on spirits.
Victorian licences changes come into effect
Important changes for all Victorian liquor licensees have come into effect from today