Changes reduce red tape for community events

• Scrap expensive risk-assessed management plans and community impact statements for low risk venues that apply for liquor licences, as long as they meet certain criteria
• Save businesses from laborious application forms and unnecessary costs that run into the thousands
• Bring regulations affecting nursing homes and hospitals into line with retirement villages by allowing the sale of small amounts of alcohol to patients and visitors without requiring a licence
• Streamline the licence application process for low risk venues such as restaurants and cafes

Mr Powell said the new laws were part of the Newman Government’s commitment to reducing red tape by 20 per cent.
“We don’t live in a nanny state. This is about the government getting out of the way and letting communities enjoy themselves responsibly,” he said.
“I know residents of Glass House will do the right thing and if they don’t, laws are in place to ensure that the privileges of falling under this exemption are removed.
“These news laws will take the hassle out of what should be fun local events.”
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