2024

Industry Alert - Update to Guideline 16

Industry Alert - Update to Guideline 16

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.

Meat & Wine Co, Bligh Street Sydney

Meat & Wine Co, Bligh Street Sydney

BSV again acted for its long standing client under the hospitality umbrella of the Seagrass Group .Following the earlier approval of their interim restaurant authorisation (IRA), the Meat & Wine Co’s new restaurant in Bligh Street, Sydney obtained approval of an  on-premises (restaurant) licence. This now makes permanent the capabilities given under the IRA and permits the restaurant to the sell and supply liquor ancillary to the provision of a genuine meal.

Boomm - Turramurra

Boomm - Turramurra

The BSV team are pleased to have assisted Boomm with the successful grant of a limited packaged liquor licence to operate their online delivery service in NSW.  The approval creates an exciting new opportunity for Boom to expand its service from Tasmania and Victoria to NSW.  The licence is limited by means of taking orders via the Internet, phone, mail or other electronic means and allows same-day deliveries of liquor in sealed containers. 

BWS - Beer Wine Spirits Forbes

BWS - Beer Wine Spirits Forbes

We are pleased to have continued our strong relationship with our clients at Endeavour Group Limited in delivering the successful approval of a new BWS branded bottleshop at Forbes. The new site on Camp Street will include an associated drive-up/drive-through facility in line with contemporary customer expectations of regional bottle shops, and will be conveniently located in the heart of town just across the picturesque Lachlan River. In addition to providing a wide selection of competitively priced liquor products, BWS Forbes will ensure 7 new jobs for the local community and create another element of choice and convenience for customers around Forbes.

Asiana Liquor, Chatswood

Asiana Liquor, Chatswood

BSV are pleased with the outcome of the packaged liquor licence (PLL) application for our clients at Asiana Liquor, Chatswood. Beginning the process in late August 2023, the licensing team at BSV were able to prepare a complex Category B Community Impact Statement (CIS), lodge the application and receive approval alongside written statement of reasons from the Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority (ILGA) all within 6 months.

Chuck & Son’s Brewing Co, St Peters

Chuck & Son’s Brewing Co, St Peters

We are delighted to have worked with Chuck & Son’s Brewing Co to deliver approval of their producer/wholesaler licence application endorsed with a drink on-premises authorisation. The emergent brewer will deliver an exceptional craft brewery offering to individual and commercial customers. With a planned launch for mid-2024 the business’ tap-room site at St Peters will offer a unique and premium offering that caters to both lovers and experts of craft beer and is designed to host live bands, events, tours and tastings to create an immersive retail experience right in the heart of their brewery set-up.

Hurricane’s Grill, Castle Hill

Hurricane’s Grill, Castle Hill

BSV again congratulates Hurricane’s Grill, Castle Hill, on the recent approval of their primary service authorisation (PSA) to be endorsed on the existing on-premises (restaurant) licence for their Castle Hill restaurant. BSV’s licensing team had previously ensured the approval of the on-premises (restaurant) licence last year, and was able to promptly arrange the PSA’s approval by NSW Liquor & Gaming in time for the business to make the most of its new liquor licensing capabilities early in the new year.

Daiwa Food Corporation (Syd) Pty Ltd

Daiwa Food Corporation (Syd) Pty Ltd

BSV’s licensing team are pleased to have acted for Daiwa Food Corporation (Syd) Pty Ltd on their successful application for a producer/wholesaler (wholesale only) licence at their Alexandria warehouse. This licensing option has increased in popularity.  It allows flexible wholesale trade, such as liquor sales via e-commerce, and is suitable for businesses operating out of office suites, warehouse venues or even home businesses.

What the NSW Government’s New Vibrancy Reforms Mean for Your Business

What the NSW Government’s New Vibrancy Reforms Mean for Your Business

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.