Alcohol Licences

Special Licences for the Christmas and New Year Period

Are you planning an event over the Christmas New Year period that will require a Special Licence? If so, there are some things you need to know:

We must receive your application(s) by 13 November 2025
Special Licence applications must be received at least 20 working days* (preferably more) before your event date
For large events it's recommended you apply well in advance of the 20 working days
Late applications won’t be accepted.

Understanding the Alcohol Licensing Process

Learn about the different types of licences, how to get a licence, and what's involved in maintaining it.

Want to apply now? Click here for access to the forms you'll need.

Click here to view our alcohol public notices and learn how to object to an alcohol licence in our district.

Learn about fees and charges related to Alcohol Licensing

Learn about your responsibilities as a host and what should be included in a Host Responsibility Policy.

Find out what a Manager's Certificate is and how to get one.

Read about the different types of alcohol bans in our district and where and when they apply.

Read up on our districts Local Alcohol Policy (LAP)

See who sits on our District Licensing Committee (DLC) and what applications they consider and determine.