Council Services

Liquor licences

 
If you are selling and supplying liquor to the public you will need a liquor licence. You also need to be familiar with the laws and regulations that apply to liquor.
 
You must ensure that:

• You have the correct licences
• Your managers have current certificates
• You have a host responsibility policy in place to care for your patrons and staff.

 
Host responsibilities
The District Licensing Agency (DLA) is serious about promoting safe drinking environments. All
premises need to have a host responsibility policy and implementation plan. Applicants and licensees
must demonstrate a commitment to these policies.  More information on host responsibilities can be
located in the various application packs.
 
Types of licences you can apply for

	Manager’s certificate A Manager’s Certificate is needed by anyone who intends to be a manager of licensed premises such as a bar, supermarket, hotel, tavern or a club.
	For more information, click here

	Special liquor licences You will need to apply for a special licence if you are planning to sell and supply alcohol in a one-off event or a series of events.
	For more information, click here

	ON, OFF and CLUB licences If you are selling liquor to the public you’ll need a liquor licence to do it. Here you will find information about applying for On, Off and Club Licences.
	For more information, click here

	Temporary authority to operate liquor licences When a new owner purchases a licensed premise such as a restaurant or bar, the existing licence is not transferable. To enable a new owner to operate the business under the same terms and conditions as the existing licence, a Temporary Authority is issued provided the premises has a current ON or OFF Licence.
	For more information, click here

 
For further information

Jeremy Peat, Licensing Inspector	Ph: (04) 527 2109	Email:  eho@uhcc.govt.nz
Kerrie Falconer, Administration	Ph: (04) 527 2133	Email:  kerrie.falconer@uhcc.govt.nz

Related Bylaws/Links:
	Central City Liquor Control Bylaw 2007
	Silverstream Liquor Control Bylaw 2007
	District Plan 2004
	Sale of Liquor Act 1989 – New Zealand Legislation website

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