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Liquor fact sheets

Here you'll find fact sheets on a range of liquor licensing topics.

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Advertising packaged liquor licence application guidelines (PDF, 293.89 KB)
The following guidelines apply to all applications for the grant, variation or relocation of a packaged liquor licence.

ANZAC Day trading hours fact sheet
Restrictions on trading hours on ANZAC Day.

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BYO permit for party buses fact sheet
Some commercially operated party buses that take pre-bookings and allow passengers to bring their own alcohol on board are required to apply for a BYO permit.

Barring powers fact sheet (PDF, 238.28 KB)
Licensees have a responsibility to not allow drunk, violent or quarrelsome persons to enter or remain on their licensed premises. To assist licensees, there are three options available to licensees when it comes to barring/banning troublesome patrons.

Breaches under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 fact sheet
A list of liquor related breaches and associated penalties which are provided for under the Act.

 

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Use this COVIDSafe checklist (PDF, 219.11 KB) as a guide to help keep you, your staff and patrons safe by following the requirements under the Chief Healthy Officer Directions. 

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Demerit points system fact sheet  (PDF, 212.15 KB)
The demerit points system will contribute to improved compliance with liquor laws and a responsible liquor industry.

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Fundraising (DOCX, 261.96 KB)
Some gaming related fundraising activities require a club (or any organisation) to obtain a minor gaming permit.
 

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Gaming venue checklist (DOCX, 1.13 MB)

Sample house rules for packaged liquor licences (DOCX, 238 KB)
The code of conduct for packaged liquor licences states that you must develop a set of house rules for your packaged liquor business. 

 

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Incident report template (PDF, 77.25 KB)
This template can be used to record incidents at your venue.

Intoxication guidelines (PDF, 317.38 KB)
These Intoxication guidelines are issued pursuant to Section 3AB (2) of the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (the Act), to help licensees serve alcohol responsibly. The guidelines contain information about how to determine if a person is in a state of intoxication and how to refuse service.

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Licence conditions for live music venues fact sheet (PDF, 279.66 KB)
Licensed premises which provide live music entertainment and currently have licence conditions requiring crowd controllers when live music is provided can apply to have their licence conditions varied by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  .

Licensees’ Action Plan (DOCX, 232.85 KB)
The Licensees’ Action Plan is a resource to assist licensees in planning ahead for peak times during the year e.g. School leaver period, Spring Carnival, O-Week activities, end of your celebrations etc. It’s smart to plan ahead. Here are some key actions to consider and help you and your staff get ready.

Licensee Q&A (PDF, 200.5 KB)

Liquor licence fees

 

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Management plan fact sheet
For applicants seeking to vary their licence conditions for a live music venue and applicants subject to the late night liquor licence freeze in the municipalities of Melbourne (including the district known as Docklands), Stonnington, Yarra and Port Phillip.

Maximum patron capacity fact sheet (PDF, 278.45 KB)
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  has a maximum patron capacity policy that guides how patron capacity is determined for a liquor licence.

Minors on licensed premises 
Liquor licensees or permittees wishing to hold events that are open to minors (persons under 18 years of age) in licensed premises must submit either an application or a notification to the VGCCC, depending on whether the event includes live music.

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Party Bus Operations - Code of Conduct  (DOCX, 259.27 KB)

BYO permit for party buses fact sheet 
Some commercially operated party buses that take pre-bookings and allow passengers to bring their own alcohol on board are now required to apply for a BYO permit.

Self-paced guide BYO Permit for a Party Bus licence  (DOCX, 1.48 MB)

Self-paced guide BYO Permit for a Party Bus licence  (PDF, 459.8 KB)

Plans of licensed premises fact sheet  (PDF, 762.75 KB)
When a liquor licence is granted, it is for a defined area. This area is shown by a red line drawn on a plan of the premises, submitted with the application, and approved by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  . This fact sheet sets out the requirements of such a plan.

Producer's licence fact sheet (PDF, 339.16 KB)
The producer's fact sheet describes the different activities that are permitted under this licence category.

Guidelines for displaying Public Notice (PDF, 195.54 KB)
The public notice must be displayed in a manner that invites public attention to the application on the main street frontage of the site or premises in a visible position and at eye level. This fact sheet acts as a guide for applicants to ensure they are displaying their required public notice correctly. 

Packaged Liquor Licencees' Action Plan (DOCX, 230.1 KB)

Public Notice and Guidance (PDF, 2.07 MB)

 

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Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) obligations poster (PDF, 167.51 KB)
This is a voluntary poster, designed to remind staff about RSA obligations and techniques of how to refuse service. We encourage you to display this poster in your staff room, kitchen or training room where it is visible to staff. You are not legally required to display this poster.

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Required signage for licensed premises fact sheet (PDF, 1.52 MB)
It is important that licensees and the community be aware of Victorian liquor laws relating to underage drinking, drunkenness and public safety issues. The signage outlined here is made available by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , to assist in this regard.

Safe function guidelines fact sheet (PDF, 468.63 KB) 
Safe function guidelines to support licensees holding functions such as weddings, birthdays, award nights, debutante balls etc. The guidelines set out licensees’ legal obligations as well as providing guidance on recommended best practice for functions on topics such as Responsible Service of Alcohol, minors, security and other areas and were developed in consultation with industry.

Safe function sample house policy (DOCX, 20.23 KB)
Sample function house policy as a resource for licensees. This can be adapted to your specific requirements. Feel free to add further best practice measures to assist in the delivery of a successful and safe function.

Start of season self-audit (PDF, 674.82 KB)
The start of the season is the best time to check your liquor licence responsibilities. To help you prepare, we have developed the Start of Season Self-Audit. Complete this checklist and display the poster (PDF, 77.08 KB) to let your members know your club is liquor licence ready.  

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Training for licence applicants fact sheet (PDF, 295.34 KB)
Licence applicants are required to complete an approved course that covers understanding the liquor law and Responsible Service of Alcohol. This fact sheet sets out who has to complete the new entrant training.

Temporary limited licence fact sheet (PDF, 281.17 KB)
A temporary limited licence authorises the licensee to supply liquor at the times and subject to the conditions specified in the licence. This fact sheet sets out when a temporary limited licence will be required to supply liquor within Victoria.

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Understanding your liquor licence fact sheet (PDF, 266.06 KB)
This information sheet aims to help licensees understand and comply with their licence conditions.

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