In Victoria, there are several types of liquor licences, each designed for specific types of businesses or events. Here are the main categories:
- General Licence: This is for venues that operate as licensed premises, such as pubs, clubs, and hotels. It allows the sale and consumption of liquor on-site.
- On-Premises Licence: This licence is for businesses where liquor is consumed on-site, such as restaurants, cafes, or bars. It permits the sale of liquor for consumption on the premises, typically with food.
- Off-Premises Licence: This is issued to businesses like bottle shops or retail stores that sell liquor for consumption off the premises. It allows customers to purchase liquor to take away.
- Packaged Liquor Licence: Similar to the off-premises licence, this specifically covers retail businesses selling packaged liquor, such as bottles, cans, or cartons for off-site consumption.
- Club Licence: Issued to not-for-profit clubs, this licence allows the sale of liquor for consumption on-site. The club must be a members-only establishment or a community-based venue.
- Limited Licence: Issued for specific events or short-term activities (like festivals, private functions, or special occasions), this licence is time-limited and event-specific.
- Temporary Event Licence: This is for one-off events, like community festivals or concerts, allowing liquor to be sold and consumed during the event.
Each licence type has limitations, and the appropriate licence depends on the nature of the business.