The department is responsible for administering the Liquor Control Act 1988 and promoting the integrity and lawful liquor activities in Western Australia.
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WA Police will have the discretion to seize and dispose of illegal alcohol on the spot under new regulations to stamp out sly grogging in regional and remote communities.
The Shire of Broome has supported the launch of two-year alcohol restrictions, in place in Broome and Derby.
The Director of Liquor Licensing has reviewed the previous restrictions on liquor purchases in the Kimberley put in place to support measures taken due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Following a successful rollout to its trial in the Pilbara, the Banned Drinkers Register will begin rolling out across the Kimberley this week.
The Kimberley is the next Western Australian region set to benefit from the State Government's trial of a nearly $1 million Banned Drinkers Register (BDR) expected to start this May.
The State Government's Banned Drinkers Register trial in the Pilbara region has begun today.
The department mailed out invoices for annual liquor licence fees on 17 November 2020, with payments due on or before 1 January 2021.
The State Government's trial of a banned drinkers register (BDR) in the Pilbara region will launch on December 1 following the appointment of a Western Australian company to deliver the program.
In the interest of public health and safety, the State Government has developed measures and responses to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Six-month occasional liquor licenses to allow for sale of liquor with takeaway meals. Liquor restrictions adjusted for cellar door sales. Hotline and email set up for licensees with queries about packaged liquor.
Departmental Circular 4 2020
Under the Emergency Management Act 2005, the Commissioner of Police and State Emergency Coordinator, Chris Dawson, has issued directions regarding the closure of various establishments to the public in WA to limit the spread of COVID-19.
The State Government is progressing the implementation of a trial of a Banned Drinkers Register (BDR) in the Pilbara, with the release today of a tender request outlining the requirements of the system.
Issued under the Liquor Control Act 1988 sections 31 (4) and (7) and 60 by the Director of Liquor Licensing.
The department mailed out invoices for annual liquor licence fees on 12 November 2019, with payments due on or before 1 January 2020.
Concern regarding the impact of the proliferation of large packaged liquor outlets on the community has resulted in new legislative provisions that allow regulations to be prescribed setting out criteria that apply to applications for large packaged liquor outlets.
A number of restrictions to further minimise alcohol related harm in the Pilbara region will come into effect from 31 March 2019 following a decision by the Director of Liquor Licensing.
New liquor licensing laws come into effect this weekend (August 18 to 19), creating a more relaxed and tourism friendly hospitality industry for all Western Australians to enjoy.
A new category of special facility licence allows for the online sale of WA produced wine.
Mechanisms available to address harm caused due to the use of liquor are provided under sections 64 and 175(1a) of the Liquor Control Act 1988.
Following consideration of the WA Police and the West Pilbara Alcohol Management Group jointly prepared report regarding the evidence and extent of alcohol-related harm.
The department is responsible for determining applications and other matters relating to liquor licensing under the auspices of the Director of Liquor Licensing who performs statutory functions and exercises statutory powers as prescribed by the Act.
To apply and get further information.
Applying for liquor licences, permits, conditions including fees and charges.
Requirements when applying for a liquor licence as per the Liquor Control Act 1988 including who can apply for the grant of a licence.
Sign into the online portal to renew a liquor licence.
A list of currently advertised liquor applications.
Objecting to a liquor licence application that is currently being advertised.
A list of fees and charges for liquor applications.
Decisions made by the Director of Liquor Licensing.
Temporary event approvals made by the Director of Liquor Licensing.
Guides for lodging applications through the online portal.
The department is responsible for monitoring compliance and maintaining the integrity of licensed operations by conducting audits, inspections and investigations of liquor operators.
The register identifies people who are banned from purchasing takeaway alcohol in the Pilbara.
Requirements for licensees when managing licensed premises.
Guidance for licensees completing annual liquor returns.
There are 11 different types of liquor licence available in Western Australia.
Templates, checklists, forms and posters for licencees.
Liquor restrictions across Western Australia.
Prohibition orders can be issued to people in or around licensed premises.
Ensuring safe and well managed environments in and around licensed premises in the community.
The Commission reviews decisions, determines complaints and disciplinary matters and other decisions.
Important information about the Liquor Control Act 1988.
Pay your liquor licence fee online.
Where licensees wish to extend their predetermined trading hours or licensed area.
A juvenile is someone who is under the age of 18 years and is not permitted by law to purchase liquor either on premises or off premises.
Information for licensees about the promotion of liquor.
A map of packaged liquor premises over 400m2
Search for a current liquor licence, permit or approval.
Training ensures the service of alcohol is safe and responsible venues commit to harm-minimisation.
Responsible service of alcohol, staff training and registered training organisations.
Help for individuals to apply to become an Approved Manager.
Help for individuals to renew their Approved Manager card.
A list of registered training organisations for liquor licensing.
The department, through the licensing of suppliers and the provision of industry support services, promotes and maintains the integrity of lawful liquor activities for Western Australians to participate in, within community expectations on harm minimisation.
The department achieves its mission through the provision of services to maintain public confidence in liquor industries. This confidence has been achieved by maintaining confidentiality and applying the principles of fairness and natural justice.
We perform many functions, including:
A local government's town planning scheme serves as the most important tool in shaping a community's liquor environment outside of the Liquor Control Act.
In essence, the department supports local government authorities shape the way liquor is sold and supplied in their communities.
An application for a liquor licence can't be approved by the department if local government planning approval has not been granted.
In accordance with sections 39 and 40 of the Act, an applicant for a licence is required to submit local government certificates demonstrating compliance with:
Section 39 and 40 certificates apply to:
The licensing authority has the discretion to waive the requirement for a local government certificates to accompany an application during the licensing process.
However, an applicant would still have to obtain the relevant approvals from the local government authority prior to proceeding with any development and the applicant is still bound by local government authority health and planning requirements.
It is for these reasons and for consistency across government, that the licensing authority does not exercise its discretion to waive the requirement.
Local government's make the first determination in the usage of land, such as alfresco areas and footpaths, for licensed premises.
All local government bodies assist the department uphold the Liquor Control Act when required, and inform the department when a licensee is prosecuted and convicted of breaching local government regulations.
During the licensing process WA Police have the authority to make comment on whether an application should be granted or refused.
WA Police also have the ability to provide information about any person applying for a liquor licence or applying for permission to work within the liquor industry. This information may take the form of a Police clearance certificate, or be supplied by way of a more detailed background report.
The WA Police is the main authority charged with the enforcement of the Liquor Control Act.
The Chief Health Officer has the authority to comment on any matter before the licensing authority based on the potential, or existence of harm or ill-health caused to people due to the use of liquor.
The Chief Health Officer has the right to oppose any application based on the negative health impacts that the granting of the licence may contribute to
The Liquor Commission:
Liquor Commission of Western Australia