Alcohol Licensing

Welcome to the Horowhenua District Council's Alcohol Licensing pages where you can find out all about Alcohol Licences for businesses, functions and special events.

The Horowhenua District Licensing Agency (delegated by Council to a subcommittee) has a role to play in the reduction of liquor abuse through its responsibilities and obligations under the Act. Council believes that the key to achieving the aims of the Act is in the promotion of responsible attitudes of both licensees and the public in achieving a mature approach to liquor consumption. Our aim is to make sure that people in the Horowhenua can enjoy a safe and happy time in our region's Liquor establishments and to make sure everyone is upholding their legislative responsibilities.

If you have any questions please contact the Licensing Inspector on (06) 366 0999 or by email to enquiries@horowhenua.govt.nz

Alcohol Public Notices

When applying for an alcohol licence, the applicant must publicly notify that they intend to sell alcohol at their business. Once we've received an application for an alcohol licence and the required fee, we'll start to process it and publicly advertise the application here.

Alcohol Application Forms

The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 requires business owners to be licensed and includes regulation-making powers to enable the costs of the alcohol licensing system to be recovered through fees.

District Licensing Decisions

This page lists the most recent decisions of the Horowhenua District Licensing Committee (DLC) on uncontested applications and licenses.

District Licensing Committee & Reports

Find out more about the District Licensing Committee and its members. You can also download and read the latest Annual Report.

Host Responsibility Policy & Plans

Every Licensed establishment requires a Host Responsibility Policy. This page contains advice and information about how to go about drafting a Host Responsibility Policy and Templates for planning.

Alcohol on Council Owned Properties

You need to be aware that a Special Licence issued under the Sale & Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 may be required if an event is being held on Council property.

Alcohol Licensing - Fees & Charges

View Council's fees and charges for Alcohol Licensing (set by central government legislation) including licensing fees, annual fees, manager certificate fees, and special licence fees.

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