Off-Licence and On-Licence Differences Flashcards

Under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012, what is the fundamental difference between an on-licence and an off-licence in NZ?

Answer: On-licences allow alcohol to be consumed on the premises; off-licences allow alcohol to be sold for consumption off the premises

An on-licence authorises the sale and supply of alcohol for consumption on the licensed premises. An off-licence authorises the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises (e.g., taken home).

Under NZ law, what are the default maximum trading hours for off-licensed premises?

Answer: 8 am to 10 pm

The default maximum trading hours for off-licensed premises under the Act are 7 am to 11 pm. Note: some sources vary — the Act sets 7 am to 11 pm for off-licences.

In NZ, can a supermarket (off-licence) sell alcohol in a designated area separate from general grocery items?

Answer: Yes — under the Act, off-licences within general retail premises may be required or may choose to restrict alcohol to a designated area

The Act allows and some Local Alcohol Policies require alcohol in supermarkets to be located in a clearly designated area, which can make it easier to control access and comply with age-checking requirements.

Under NZ law, can an off-licensed premises sell alcohol in the same area where children's food or confectionery is sold?

Answer: The Act and DLC conditions may restrict alcohol display in areas frequented by children, and off-licences must not display alcohol alongside products that primarily appeal to children

Responsible retailing principles and some DLC conditions restrict the placement of alcohol away from products that primarily appeal to children, as part of minimising exposure of young people to alcohol products.

Under NZ law, is a duty manager required to be present in a supermarket when the off-licence section is open?

Answer: Yes — a certified duty manager must be on duty whenever any type of licence is selling alcohol

The requirement for a certified duty manager to be on duty whenever alcohol is sold applies to all licence types, including off-licences in supermarkets.

In NZ, what is the primary compliance obligation of an off-licence duty manager regarding patron intoxication, compared to an on-licence?

Answer: Off-licence duty managers must refuse to sell alcohol to any person who appears intoxicated, even though consumption will occur off-site

Off-licence duty managers must not sell alcohol to a person who appears intoxicated, even though that person will be consuming the alcohol off-premises. The prohibition on supply to intoxicated persons applies to both on-licences and off-licences.