Earlier this year, the NSW Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority (the Authority) updated Guideline 16, which governs the way in which it assesses applications that increase access to post-midnight gaming. The Guideline formerly applied to any application that, if approved, would result in increased availability of gaming machines after 12 midnight at a venue located in a Band 3 SA2, or after 2am at any venue. Now, it applies to any application that, if approved, would result in increased availability of EGMs after 12 midnight at any venue.
The Vibrancy Reform package passed by NSW Parliament in December 2023 include diverse changes applicable to many types of licensed businesses, with many gradually coming into effect throughout 2024. Licenced businesses can expect these changes to wholistically deliver a more favourable regulatory environment which creates greater operational certainty, particularly for those providing live music or special events.
The temporary provisions introduced during COVID-19 regarding approval for outdoor dining have been made permanent under the State Government’s recent Vibrancy Reform package. This means that the previously approved area will continue to be licensed while the land use remains an exempt development. However, businesses should note that any changes to the outdoor dining area require a new application to be lodged with Liquor & Gaming NSW.
In a move aimed at addressing gambling harm and preventing money laundering, the New South Wales (NSW) Government has implemented a series of reforms to the gaming sector.
As at 17 November 2020 the Liquor Amendment (24-hour Economy) Bill 2020 passed through both Houses of Parliament and awaits assent. The Legislation is expected to take effect from 1 December 2020.
The Bill was introduced in May as a part of the NSW Government initiative which sees a prioritisation of Sydney’s 24-hour Night-Time Economy.
The team at BSV would like to congratulate the Daily Bean, Edmondson Park on three successful Applications that were recently approved by the NSW Liquor & Gaming. Back Schwartz Vaughan successfully obtained an on-premises (restaurant) liquor licence, endorsed with a primary service authorisation (PSA) and extended trading authorisation (ETA) for Tenancy AG37, Edmondson Square, 52 Soldiers Parade, Edmondson Park.
