What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

Our intoxication guidelines are issued pursuant to section 3AB(2) of the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998. They provide information on how to determine if a person is in a state of intoxication for the purposes of the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998, the Casino Control Act 1991 and the Gambling Regulation Act 2003.

How can you decide if a person is in a state of intoxication?

Working out whether a person is in a state of intoxication is a two-step process.

First, consider whether the person is displaying one or more of the signs of intoxication.

A person may be in a state of intoxication if they are:

  • becoming loud and boisterous
  • having difficulty walking straight
  • bumping into furniture or customers
  • annoying other patrons and staff
  • rambling in their conversation
  • losing their train of thought
  • difficulty in paying attention
  • fumbling and having difficulty in picking up objects
  • not hearing or understanding what is being said
  • drowsiness or dozing while sitting at a bar or table.

The second step in determining whether someone is intoxicated is working out whether the signs they are showing from the list above is the result of consuming liquor. You can do that by taking into account information, such as:

  • the amount of alcohol you have witnessed the person drink
  • how much other staff members of the licensed premises have seen the person drink
  • whether the person smells of alcohol

Conditions that show similar signs to intoxication

Sometimes, physical and mental disabilities lead to a person showing symptoms similar to alcohol intoxication. You should consider the possibility of a patron having such a condition before refusing service because you think they may be intoxicated.


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What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

New Year’s Eve is just around the corner.

Are you aware of the extended ordinary trading hours for your licence?

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What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

Year 12 students will be finishing up their studies and celebrating their achievements between November 28 and December 12 this year, which could mean more house parties, larger crowds, and an increased risk for licensees.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

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What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

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What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

An updated version of the Certificate of Installation form is now available

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

The not-for-profit Alcohol and Drug Foundation has a range of free alcohol support services available to help anyone with an alcohol problem.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

We’re working closely with the Department of Justice and Community Safety set up the new liquor regulator from 1 July.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

A new resource to assist licensees and venue staff in the safe management of a person who is experiencing a mental health or drug-induced episode is now availabl


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What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

We’re updating the wording in the “General Information” section on most licences where supply occurs on the licensed premises.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

The Victorian Parliament has passed the Gambling and Liquor Legislation Amendment Act 2022 (Amending Act), which will soon change various laws we administer.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

All liquor licensing matters will transfer to Liquor Control Victoria from 1 July 2022.

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Ministerial directions and guidelines set the direction for liquor licensing in Victoria.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

The wholesale liquor sales data reporting period for 2021-22 is now open. 

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

Gaming taxes are changing in mid-August, in accordance with the Gambling Regulation Act 2003 (section 3.6.6C).

The Minister’s statement of expectations sets out three performance improvements for us to deliver before June 2023.

We share our plans and performance through two key documents. Our Corporate plan details how we will achieve our vision of a safe and responsible gambling industry. While our annual reports track our progress and performance.


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What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

Short answer? Yes, gaming venues can refuse to pay winnings to a patron if they can’t produce ID.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

If you operate a venue with one or more gaming machine entitlements from 16 August 2022, please notify us before the gaming machines are used.

We are the independent regulator of Victoria's gambling industry.

In everything we do, we aim to reduce harm to the community caused by gambling.

As an independent regulator, our internal governance helps us make good, consistent decisions and deliver on what we promise. We model the integrity that we expect of the gambling industry.

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What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

If you operate a venue with one or more gaming machine entitlements, you need to pay instalments every three months, starting on 30 November 2022

Established on 1 January 2022, we oversee Victoria’s gambling industry to ensure its integrity and to minimise community harm.

We work in a complex and challenging environment. But it’s a space where every one of us can make a difference, and feel valued for our work.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

Requirements to publish notices in statewide newspapers are being modernised from 31 July 2022.


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Ministerial directions and guidelines set the direction for gaming activities in Victoria.

We have six divisions each reporting to the Chief Executive Officer on their progress against our strategic objectives.

On 23 June 2022, the Victorian Parliament passed the Gambling and Liquor Legislation Amendment Act 2022, which changes various pieces of legislation we administer, including the Gambling Regulation Act 2003 (GR Act) and the Casino Control Act 1991 (CC Act).

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

Gaming venue operators, major licensees and community or charitable organisations may be impacted by the latest changes to Victoria’s gambling laws.

What are the laws in Victoria regarding intoxication?

Money laundering can have serious impacts on both your venue and the wider community.

It is an offence under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (the Act) for a person to knowingly deliver an online liquor order (or any other type of off-premises request), if that person:

  • is intoxicated or
  • there is a substantial risk the person is intoxicated.

Any person or organisation that intends to conduct gaming activities, work in the gaming industry, or supply liquor in Victoria must apply for a licence or permit.

This page provides information on how to renew your gambling or liquor licence.

You can vary or transfer your gaming or liquor licence.


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Reports, studies and data relating to the activities of the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) and information about licensees is available in the links below.

To work in a liquor or gaming venue, there are certain requirements and training courses you need to complete.

The Victorian Proof of Age card is used to show proof of age for people over 18 years when buying liquor. This card is recognised throughout Australia.

The VGCCC regulates businesses focusing on the people, premises, products and promotions involved in supplying gambling and liquor.

Through our complaints process, we investigate breaches under a number of Acts, including the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 Gambling Regulation Act 2003 and the Casino Control Act 1991.

Fees are charged when making an application for a liquor licence, and annually thereafter as provided for under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998. 

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A restaurant and cafe licence permits the sale of liquor for consumption on and off the premises. This page contains information on how to apply for a licence.

For requirements and more information about what you can do with a restaurant and cafe licence, please see Things to consider before applying.

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Temporary limited licences are usually sought by persons or organisations holding one-off events, such as a ball or presentation night or a one-off event requiring an extension of trading hours or the size of the licensed premises.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

The Victorian Government has extended the freeze on granting new liquor licence applications to trade after 1am in local governments areas of Melbourne (including Docklands), Stonnington, Yarra and Port Phillip, until 30 June 2021.

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This application kit contains all the information and forms you need to complete and submit your application for a restaurant and cafe licence.

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There are things you will need to consider, including licence requirements, before applying for a restaurant and cafe liquor licence.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor


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A renewable limited licence authorises the supply of liquor where the scale and scope of the supply is substantially restricted or limited.

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Licensees need to be aware of their responsibilities not to allow drunk, violent or quarrelsome persons to enter or remain on their licensed premises. This page provides information on banning or barring patrons.

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Liquor fees are charged for licence applications, and a range of other activities relating to the licensing system.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

Victoria Police and VGCCC's Compliance Division are working together in order to schedule planned inspections of licensed premises. However, each agency operates independently so while information will be shared, both agencies may decide to visit a licensed premises for different reasons.

The aim of the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) enforcement regime is to encourage individuals and businesses regulated by us to choose to comply with their obligations.

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An undertaking is one of several enforcement options we have available to ensure compliance and minimise the risk of harm arising from misuse and abuse of alcohol.

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The primary objective of the demerit points system is to contribute to improved compliance with liquor laws and a responsible liquor industry. Under the demerit points system, liquor licences incur demerit points for a non-compliance incident.

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VGCCC compliance inspectors monitor licensed premises throughout Victoria 24-hours a day, seven days a week to ensure that licensees are compliant of their liquor licence conditions under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998.

There are clear standards and guidelines for licensees to follow when advertising or promoting liquor sale or events.

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Licensees have clear obligations under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 to serve alcohol responsibly. This page outlines guidelines and principles in relation to responsible alcohol advertising and promotions.

Tags Liquor, Publication

Licensed venues that supply alcohol for consumption on-site are required to provide free drinking water to their patrons.

Tags Liquor

To hold events that are open to minors in licensed premises liquor licensees or permittees must submit either a notification or an application form to the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC).

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

The Liquor Control Reform Regulations 2020 impose minimum standards for the frame rate and quality of stored images for security cameras and video recorders.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

It is an offence for a licensee or permittee to supply liquor to a person in a state of intoxication, or to permit drunken or disorderly persons to be on the licensed premises, or on any authorised premises.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

If you have a Restaurant and Café Licence, you have certain obligations to abide by.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

The legal drinking age in Victoria is 18 years of age, and it's generally an offence for any person to supply alcohol to a minor. This page contains information on under-18 on licensed premises.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

The star rating system provides greater incentives for licensees to comply with Victoria’s liquor licensing laws.

Tags Cafe, Liquor

Under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (the Act), licensees are required to display certain signage (also referred to as posters) around their licensed premises.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant


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Liquor licence fees are a standard business cost for all licensees, and as such all licensees should factor this fee into their business planning.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor, Application

Liquor licences are due for renewal by 31 December each year. Each licence incurs a separate fee and a number of factors determine how much a licensee is required to pay.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

A red-line plan of your licensed premises needs to be submitted as part of the application process for a liquor licence.  

Tags Brewery, Liquor

If you are a barred person and would like the barring order to be changed or cancelled, you should contact the person who issued the order to request having it changed or cancelled.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

When transferring a licence, the proposed licensee cannot supply alcohol until the transfer application is granted by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC).

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The aim of the Victorian Licensee's Training Course is to provide an overview of Victorian liquor licensing laws and associated issues that will enable licensees to comply with their legal obligations and contribute to minimising alcohol-related harm in the community.

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The aim of the Achieve Liquor Licence Compliance Training Course is to provide an overview of Victorian liquor licensing laws and associated issues that will enable licensees to comply with their legal obligations and contribute to minimising alcohol-related harm in the community.

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An application for a liquor licence will not be granted until new entrant training has been completed for all liquor licence categories except for a BYO permit or pre-retail licence.

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The VGCCC in conjunction with Good Sports provide an industry-recognised club seminar course. The course helps sporting and community clubs manage alcohol responsibly and reduce alcohol-related problems.

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An application for a liquor licence will not be granted until new entrant training has been completed for all liquor licence categories except for a BYO permit or pre-retail licence.

Tags Liquor

Completing an approved Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) program gives participants the skills and knowledge to contribute to a safe and enjoyable environment in licensed premises.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

Licensees who hold a general, on-premises, late night or packaged liquor licence may apply for an exemption from one or more of the requirements relating to the Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA).

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

Trading hours on ANZAC Day vary for different gaming or liquor licences.

Tags Anzac Day, Liquor

Ordinary trading hours under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 include extended trading for New Year’s Eve in relation to certain licences.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, New Year, Liquor

The VGCCC publishes a range of data and information on this website on a regular basis. On this page you can find information on other licensees in your area.

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The VGCCC takes compliance and enforcement action against licensed premises that are found to be non-compliant with their licence conditions.

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This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) for the 2014-2015 financial year.

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) for the 2013-14 financial year.

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This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  's (VGCCC) Compliance and Audit division for the 2012-13 financial year.

This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2011-2012 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

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This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2010-2011 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2009-2010 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Hearing

A forum is a meeting of liquor and gambling industry representatives and interested community members who meet regularly.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

Fees are charged when making an application for a liquor licence, and annually thereafter as provided for under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998. This page covers the fees.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor


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An on-premises licence authorises the sale of liquor for consumption on the licensed premises. This page explains how to apply for a licence.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Temporary limited licences are usually sought by persons or organisations holding one-off events, such as a ball or presentation night or a one-off event requiring an extension of trading hours or the size of the licensed premises.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Application

This page provides information on designated dry areas and what they mean for liquor licence applications.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

The Victorian Government has extended the freeze on granting new liquor licence applications to trade after 1am in local governments areas of Melbourne (including Docklands), Stonnington, Yarra and Port Phillip, until 30 June 2021.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

This application kit contains all the information and forms you need to complete and submit your application.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor, Application

There are things you will need to consider, including licence requirements, before applying for a licence to run a bar or night club.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Licensees need to be aware of their responsibilities not to allow drunk, violent or quarrelsome persons to enter or remain on their licensed premises. This page provides information on banning or barring patrons.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Liquor fees are charged for licence applications, and a range of other activities relating to the licensing system.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

There are clear standards and guidelines for licensees to follow when advertising or promoting liquor sale or events.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor


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Licensees have clear obligations under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 to serve alcohol responsibly. This page outlines guides and prinicipals in relation to responsible alcohol advertising and promotions.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Licensed venues that supply alcohol for consumption on-site are required to provide free drinking water.

Tags Liquor

To hold events that are open to minors in licensed premises liquor licensees or permittees must submit either a notification or an application form to the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC).

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

The Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 defines 'sexually explicit entertainment' as live entertainment that may be performed for an audience, by a person performing an act of an explicit sexual nature.

Tags Cafe, Restaurant, Liquor

The Liquor Control Reform Regulations 2009 impose minimum standards for the frame rate and quality of stored images for security cameras and video recorders.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

If you have a on-premises or late night on-premises licence, you have certain obligations to abide by.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

The legal drinking age in Victoria is 18 years of age, and it's generally an offence for any person to supply alcohol to a minor. This page contains information on under-18 on licensed premises.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

The star rating system provides greater incentives for licensees to comply with Victoria’s liquor licensing laws.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (the Act), licensees are required to display certain signage (also referred to as posters) around their licensed premises.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor


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Liquor fees are a standard business cost for all licensees, and as such all licensees should factor this fee into their business planning.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Liquor licences are due for renewal by 31 December each year. Each licence incurs a separate fee and a number of factors determine how much a licensee is required to pay.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

If you are a barred person and would like the barring order to be changed or cancelled, you should contact the person who issued the order to request having it changed or cancelled.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

This page outlines how to surrender your liquor licence or permit.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

When transferring a licence, the proposed licensee cannot supply alcohol until the transfer application is granted by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC).

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

New entrant training is a training standard developed by the VGCCC to ensure that applicants have an adequate knowledge of the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Completing an approved Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) program gives participants the skills and knowledge to contribute to a safe and enjoyable environment in licensed premises.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor


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Ordinary trading hours under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 to include extended trading for New Year’s Eve.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

The VGCCC publishes a range of data and information on this website on a regular basis. On this page you can find information on other licensees in your area.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

The VGCCC takes compliance and enforcement action against licensed premises that are found to be non-compliant with their licence conditions.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor, Legislation

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) for the 2014-2015 financial year.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor, Legislation

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) for the 2013-14 financial year.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor, Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  's (VGCCC) Compliance and Audit division for the 2012-13 financial year.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor, Hearing


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This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2011-2012 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor, Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2010-2011 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor, Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2009-2010 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor, Hearing

A forum is a meeting of liquor and gambling industry representatives and interested community members who meet regularly.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

A forum is a meeting of liquor and gambling industry representatives and interested community members who meet regularly.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

There are more than 80 liquor forums across Victoria. If you would like to join a liquor forum, find the one closest to you, and email or phone one of the contacts listed below.

Tags Bar, Night club, Liquor

Fees are charged when making an application for a liquor licence, and annually thereafter as provided for under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998. This page covers the fees.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Temporary limited licences are usually sought by persons or organisations holding one-off events, such as a ball or presentation night or a one-off event requiring an extension of trading hours or the size of the licensed premises.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor


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This page provides information on designated dry areas and what they mean for liquor licence applications.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

The Victorian Government has extended the freeze on granting new liquor licence applications to trade after 1am in local governments areas of Melbourne (including Docklands), Stonnington, Yarra and Port Phillip, until 30 June 2021.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

This application kit contains all the information and forms you need to complete and submit your application for a live music venue licence.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Application

Licensees need to be aware of their responsibilities not to allow drunk, violent or quarrelsome persons to enter or remain on their licensed premises. This page provides information on banning or barring patrons.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Liquor fees are charged for licence applications, and a range of other activities relating to the licensing system.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

There are clear standards and guidelines for licensees to follow when advertising or promoting liquor sale or events.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Clubs may apply for approval to allow unaccompanied underage persons on their licensed premises for sporting and ancillary activities.

Tags Pub, Liquor


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Licensees have clear obligations under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 to serve alcohol responsibly. This page outlines guides and prinicipals in relation to responsible alcohol advertising and promotions.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Licensed venues that supply alcohol for consumption on-site are required to provide free drinking water to their patrons.

Tags Liquor

To hold events that are open to minors in licensed premises liquor licensees or permittees must submit either a notification or an application form to the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC).

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

The Liquor Control Reform Regulations 2009 impose minimum standards for the frame rate and quality of stored images for security cameras and video recorders.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

It is an offence for a licensee or permittee to supply liquor to a person in a state of intoxication, or to permit drunken or disorderly persons to be on the licensed premises, or on any authorised premises.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

The legal drinking age in Victoria is 18 years of age, and it's generally an offence for any person to supply alcohol to a minor. This page contains information on under-18 on licensed premises.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

The star rating system provides greater incentives for licensees to comply with Victoria’s liquor licensing laws.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (the Act), licensees are required to display certain signage (also referred to as posters) around their licensed premises.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor


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Liquor fees are a standard business cost for all licensees, and as such all licensees should factor this fee into their business planning.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Liquor licences are due for renewal by 31 December each year. Each licence incurs a separate fee and a number of factors determine how much a licensee is required to pay.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

If you are a barred person and would like the barring order to be changed or cancelled, you should contact the person who issued the order to request having it changed or cancelled.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

When transferring a licence, the proposed licensee cannot supply alcohol until the transfer application is granted by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC).

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

New entrant training is a training standard developed by the VGCCC to ensure that applicants have an adequate knowledge of the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Completing an approved Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) program gives participants the skills and knowledge to contribute to a safe and enjoyable environment in licensed premises.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor


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Ordinary trading hours under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 to include extended trading for New Year’s Eve.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

The VGCCC publishes a range of data and information on this website on a regular basis. On this page you can find information on other licensees in your area.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

The VGCCC takes compliance and enforcement action against licensed premises that are found to be non-compliant with their licence conditions.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Legislation

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) for the 2014-2015 financial year.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) for the 2013-14 financial year.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  's (VGCCC) Compliance and Audit division for the 2012-13 financial year.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Hearing


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This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2011-2012 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2010-2011 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2009-2010 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor, Hearing

A forum is a meeting of liquor and gambling industry representatives and interested community members who meet regularly.

Tags Live music venue, Liquor

Fees are charged when making an application for a liquor licence, and annually thereafter as provided for under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998. 

Tags Major event, Liquor

Temporary limited licences are often required by individuals or organisations holding a one-off event such as a ball, a presentation night or an event requiring an extension of trading hours or temporary increase in size of the licensed premises.

Tags Major event, Party, Public event, Liquor

Information and process for issuing temporary limited and major event licences.

Tags Major event, Liquor

The Victorian Government has extended the freeze on granting new liquor licence applications to trade after 1am in local governments areas of Melbourne (including Docklands), Stonnington, Yarra and Port Phillip, until 30 June 2021.

Tags Festival, Food and wine, Major event, Liquor


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These application kits contain all the information and forms you need to complete and submit your application for a major event or temporary limited licence.

Tags Major event, Liquor

It is a condition of every licence (excluding pre-retail, BYO, limited and major event licences) that the use of the licensed premises does not breach the planning scheme under the Planning and Environment Act 1987.

Tags Major event, Liquor

Liquor fees are charged for licence applications, and a range of other activities relating to the licensing system.

Tags Liquor

Tags Festival, Food and wine, Major event, Liquor

Licensees have clear obligations under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 to serve alcohol responsibly. This page outlines guides and prinicipals in relation to responsible alcohol advertising and promotions.

Tags Liquor


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Licensed venues that supply alcohol for consumption on-site are required to provide free drinking water to their patrons.

Tags Liquor

To hold events that are open to minors in licensed premises liquor licensees or permittees must submit either a notification or an application form to the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC).

Tags Live music venue, Festival, Major event, Liquor

The Liquor Control Reform Regulations 2009 impose minimum standards for the frame rate and quality of stored images for security cameras and video recorders.

Tags Major event, Liquor

It is an offence for a licensee or permittee to supply liquor to a person in a state of intoxication, or to permit drunken or disorderly persons to be on the licensed premises, or on any authorised premises.

Tags Liquor

All licences granted in Victoria have a set of standard obligations that a licence holder must meet in order to comply with the requirements of the licence. This page summarises the standard obligations.

Tags Major event, Liquor

Anyone under the age of 18 years is considered a minor.

The legal drinking age in Victoria is 18 years. It's illegal for any person to supply alcohol to a minor on licensed premises. It's also illegal for a minor to be on licensed premises to purchase, receive or consume alcohol.

Tags Major event, Liquor

Under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (the Act), licensees are required to display certain signage (also referred to as posters) around their licensed premises.

Tags Festival, Food and wine, Major event, Liquor

Completing an approved Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) program gives participants the skills and knowledge to contribute to a safe and enjoyable environment in licensed premises.

Tags Major event, Liquor


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Here you will find forms relating to a holding a major or temporary event.

Tags Major event, Liquor

The VGCCC publishes a range of data and information on this website on a regular basis. On this page you can find information on other licensees in your area.

Tags Major event, Liquor

The VGCCC takes compliance and enforcement action against licensed premises that are found to be non-compliant with their licence conditions.

Tags Major event, Liquor, Legislation

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) for the 2014-2015 financial year.

Tags Major event, Liquor, Legislation

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (VGCCC) for the 2013-14 financial year.

Tags Major event, Liquor

This page summarises the results of prosecutions by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  's (VGCCC) Compliance and Audit division for the 2012-13 financial year.

Tags Major event, Liquor, Hearing

This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2011-2012 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

Tags Major event, Liquor, Hearing


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This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2010-2011 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

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This page summarises the results of prosecutions for the 2009-2010 financial year. As of 6 February 2012, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  , Compliance and Audit replaced the Department of Justice's Compliance Directorate.

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Useful links for liquor related topics and interstate regulators.

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Fees are charged when making an application for a liquor licence, and annually thereafter as provided for under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998. This page covers the fees.

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This page provides information on designated dry areas and what they mean for liquor licence applications.

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The Victorian Government has extended the freeze on granting new liquor licence applications to trade after 1am in local governments areas of Melbourne (including Docklands), Stonnington, Yarra and Port Phillip, until 30 June 2021.

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A renewable limited licence authorises the supply of liquor where the scale and scope of the supply is substantially restricted or limited.

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Licensees need to be aware of their responsibilities not to allow drunk, violent or quarrelsome persons to enter or remain on their licensed premises. This page provides information on banning or barring patrons.

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The purpose of the Code of Conduct is to promote the objects of the Act being to contribute to minimising harm arising from the misuse and abuse of alcohol.

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Liquor fees are charged for licence applications, and a range of other activities relating to the licensing system.

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There are clear standards and guidelines for licensees to follow when advertising or promoting liquor sale or events.

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The Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (the Act) regulates the supply and consumption of liquor in Victoria.

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Licensees have clear obligations under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 to serve alcohol responsibly. This page outlines guides and principals in relation to responsible alcohol advertising and promotions.

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The Liquor Control Reform Regulations 2009 impose minimum standards for the frame rate and quality of stored images for security cameras and video recorders.

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It is an offence for a licensee or permittee to supply liquor to a person in a state of intoxication, or to permit drunken or disorderly persons to be on the licensed premises, or on any authorised premises.

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The legal drinking age in Victoria is 18 years of age, and it's generally an offence for any person to supply alcohol to a minor. This page contains information on under-18 on licensed premises.

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The star rating system provides greater incentives for licensees to comply with Victoria’s liquor licensing laws.

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