Liquor Licensing

Under the Sale of Liquor Act 1989, anyone who wants to sell or supply liquor must have a current liquor licence.

Apply for a Licence

Find out which liquor licence you need - how to apply for a new licence, renew an existing one, or g...

Manager Requirements

Find out how to apply for or renew a manager's certificate, or appoint an acting or temporary manage...

Licensing & Reporting Agencies

The Council makes decisions about local liquor licences in its role as a District Licensing Agency (...

    Lodge an Objection

    If you want to object to a liquor licence application, you must be in a position of 'greater interes...

      Sale & Supply of Alcohol Act 2012

      The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 was passed as law in December 2012. It replaces the Sale of Liquor Act 1989 by 18 December 2013.

        Council Policy

        The Council's liquor licensing policy is designed to help the Council meet its obligations under the Sale of Liquor Act.

          Minimum Purchase Age

          The minimum age for purchasing alcohol in New Zealand is 18 years.