Host Responsibility - Resources

Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand (ALAC)

This is probably your best resource for host responsibility. The ALAC website provides information to help licence applicants meet their application requirements, as well as ongoing resources and ideas for licensees and managers. Resources include:

• host notes – ideas for licensed premises
• host checklist
• guides to developing a policy for host responsibility
• an example of a model policy
• resources to prevent under-age drinking
• ideas for food, non-alcoholic drinks, safe transport, liquor promotions and entertainment

Phone:   (04) 917 0060

Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand (ALAC)

Hospitality New Zealand

Hospitality New Zealand is a voluntary trade association representing many hospitality businesses in New Zealand. It provides individual membership services as well as local and national advocacy.

Members can access legal advice on employment and liquor licensing matters. Applications for the 18+ evidence of age cards are available on its website.

Phone:   0800 500 503

Hospitality New Zealand

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Wellington Door Staff Association (DSA)

The DSA helps door staff of licensed premises meet their professional and legal obligations. Their website provides a code of conduct and training information. They hold an open meeting on the first Tuesday of every month.

The DSA was developed by door staff in the Wellington area with the assistance of the Wellington City Council, the Liquor Licensing Team and members of the New Zealand Police.

Wellington Liquor Liaison Group

This is a multi-agency and industry group focused on reducing alcohol related harm in the community. The group comprises Wellington Police, the DLA, Hospitality New Zealand, the Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand, Regional Public Health, Beer Wine and Spirits Council of New Zealand and Accident Compensation Corporation.

On Premises Poster

The Sale of Liquor Act requires holders of on licences to make sure that all liquor sold is consumed on the premises and not removed beyond the licensed area.

The poster below can help you inform patrons of this requirement. You can display the poster in a prominent place near the bar or at the exit to your premises.

Poster (31Kb PDF)

The poster is also available in a smaller size and on heavier paper. Contact Wellington City Council on (04) 801 3744 if you would like copies.

Department Details:
Liquor Licensing Services