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Have a say on Banned Drinkers Register

Sep 29, 2022
A consultation on options to strengthen the Banned Drinkers Register (BDR) has been launched after an independent evaluation of the scheme’s trial in the Pilbara.

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Reminder: Good Friday trading

19 March 2025
Licensees planning a special event for Good Friday have the opportunity to apply for an occasional liquor licence and trade without the requirement for liquor to be sold or supplied alongside a meal.
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Proposed extension to Hillarys Protected Entertainment Precinct

15 January 2025
Protected Entertainment Precinct (PEP) laws were introduced by the WA Government in December 2022 to increase public safety at popular entertainment areas in Western Australia, including Hillarys, Scarborough, Perth-Northbridge, Fremantle and Mandurah.
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Gazetted Extended Trading

10 January 2025
The Director of Liquor Licensing understands that certain times of the year bring increased demand for packaged liquor or liquor consumption on licensed premises, along with community expectations to access these premises.
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Precincts making Perth safer

17 December 2024
More than 200 violent and anti-social offenders have been barred from five Protected Entertainment Precincts (PEPs) since laws to increase safety and reduce alcohol-related harm were introduced almost two years ago
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Extended trading permits for summer

17 December 2024
The hospitality industry is a major contributor to the vibrance of the WA community and extended trading permits (ETP) allows venues to capitalise on the sunshine and balmy nights.
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Continued squeeze on overcrowding

17 December 2024
Overcrowding at venues remains a concern because of the risk it represents for patrons and staff. The practice is unacceptable, and we will continue to take a hardline approach on those premises that ignore occupancy limits.
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Remember the register when travelling

17 December 2024
The Banned Drinkers Register (BDR) has grown into one of the key tools to combat alcohol-related harm in WA.
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Summer inspections ramping up

17 December 2024
With the warmer weather and festive season upon us, Liquor Licensing inspectors will again be actively working with licensed premises to help them operate responsibly during a time that traditionally puts increased pressure on venues.
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Fee deadline approaching

17 December 2024
With 2024 entering its final days it’s time for a quick prompt that annual liquor licence fees are due.
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Liquor licensing policy reform a big win for WA hospitality industry

29 August 2024

Media release

Big changes to the Western Australia’s Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL) policies will make it easier for small and medium sized liquor hospitality and tourism operators to do business in WA.
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New Broome takeaway liquor restrictions

11 June 2024
The Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL) Ms Lanie Chopping has determined to apply takeaway liquor sale restrictions and mandatory recording requirements for licensed premises in the Kimberley town of Broome.
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New Derby takeaway liquor restrictions

11 June 2024
The Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL) Ms Lanie Chopping has determined to apply takeaway liquor sale restrictions and mandatory recording requirements for licensed premises in the Kimberley town of Derby.
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New community goes dry and 3 renew commitment

20 March 2024

Media release

An Aboriginal community in the Pilbara is the latest to ban alcohol and joins 3 north west communities renewing their commitment to being alcohol free.
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Reminder: Good Friday trading

14 March 2024
Under the Liquor Control Act 1988 (the Act), the specified trading hours for Good Friday are treated differently.
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Extended trading for public holidays

16 February 2024
As in past years the Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL), under the Liquor Control Act 1988, is issuing extended trading permits by way of a notice published in the Gazette for non-metropolitan liquor stores for selected Sundays in 2024.
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Liquor Control (Section 31) Notice 2023

16 February 2024
Issued under the Liquor Control Act 1988 sections 31 (4) and (7) and 60 by the Director of Liquor Licensing.

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