Recent changes to liquor licensing rules

Major changes to liquor licensing regulations came into effect on 24th February this year, as a result of reform of the NSW Liquor Act 2007 and the Liquor Regulations 2008.

The measures were brought in to tackle an increase in drug and alcohol-fuelled violence in Sydney's Central Business District.

The new requirements include:

• 1.30am lockouts and 3am cease service of alcohol across the Sydney CBD Entertainment and Kings Cross precincts;
• A ban on takeaway alcohol sales after 10pm across NSW;
• A two year freeze on new liquor licences and approvals for existing licences across the Sydney CBD Entertainment Precinct; and bans of up to 12 months if they are caught breaching responsible service of alcohol requirements.

If you run a business that involves selling liquor, then it is important that you fully understand the implications of these changes for you and your business. Szabo & Associates specialise in liquor licencing and can help you with any issues that may arise.

Contact us

If you want to apply for a liquor license in NSW or to update your current liquor license, or if you simply need general information on liquor licensing laws, contact Szabo & Associates Solicitors today and speak with one of our specialist solicitors. Call us on (02) 9281-5088 or fill in the contact form to the right of this page.