Alcohol licences

Far North District Council, the Police and Community and Public Health have a responsibility to control how alcohol is sold, supplied and consumed. Hosts, retailers and alcohol suppliers also need to ensure they and their staff have the right training and the correct licences so guests and customers can enjoy alcohol responsibly and within the law.  

If you want to sell or supply alcohol, you must hold a current alcohol licence. This section tells you about the different types of licence and how to apply for each licence, or renew or change an existing licence. All licensed premises must display their alcohol licence next to the main entrance of the building. This will include their trading hours.

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Apply for an on-licence

This licence allows the sale and supply of alcohol for drinking at the specified licensed premises, i.e. cafes, taverns and hotels.

Apply for a club licence

This licence allows a club to sell alcohol for drinking on club premises.

Apply for an off-licence

This licence allows the sale and delivery of alcohol for drinking off the premises.

Apply for a temporary authority

This allows the new owner of a licensed premise to trade on an existing licence until they obtain a new licence in their own name.

Apply for a Special Licence for events

This allows for the sale or drinking of alcohol at events.

Certificate of Compliance (Alcohol)

All licensed premises must have a current Certificate of Compliance (Alcohol).

Processing your application

How we process your application for an alcohol, or liquor, licence under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

Renew your licence

If you are an alcohol licence holder you must apply to renew your licence 20 working days before it expires.

Variations to Alcohol Licences - Changes to your business

It is important we make sure you have an alcohol licence that suits the style of your business.

Manager's Certificates

A manager’s certificate allows you to manage any licensed premises. Includes information about Licensed Controller Qualification and Duty Manager.

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