About Liquor Licensing
Goal: to promote the economic development of the liquor industry within a socially responsible framework.
The Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing is responsible for the administration of the Liquor Act 1992, and the Wine Industry Act 1994.
OLGR has a broad mandate which includes a key role in developing a contemporary liquor and hospitality industry. The main responsibility of the Liquor Licensing Division is to regulate the sale and supply of liquor in Queensland through:
- Issuing liquor, wine and adult entertainment licences and permits
- Investigating complaints about licensed premises
- Collecting liquor fees and fines
- Implementing initiatives to minimise harm and prevent crime associated with the consumption of liquor
- Working in partnership with Indigenous communities to implement Alcohol Management Plans and minimise the negative impacts of alcohol abuse and misuse
- Providing educational material about the responsible service of alcohol to industry participants including licensees, their employees, and consumers.
Products and services
Liquor Licensing provides a range of products and services to underpin its role of administering the Liquor Act 1992 and the Wine Industry Act 1994.
This extends from processing licence applications to responding to complaints and conducting investigations. The Division also researches, develops and implements strategies which ensure wide promotion of industry and community responsibilities under the Liquor Act.
Major clients and stakeholders
In delivering these services, officers of the Liquor Licensing Division work closely with:
- Liquor industry associations
- Licensees, permittees and their staff
- Applicants for licences and permits
- Community groups and individuals affected by the sale and supply of liquor
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Last reviewed 8 January 2009
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