Get a discount on your liquor licence fee
You may be eligible for a discount on your annual liquor licence fee.
The fee is calculated using the risk based licensing (RBL) framework.
You can lower your costs by adopting responsible service practices and risk-reduction strategies.
By taking steps to reduce risks and improve compliance, you can receive up to a 40% discount on your fee.
How discounts are applied
Each year, Licensing NT will contact you to provide evidence of discounts you may be eligible for.
You must maintain records for auditing purposes.
Ways to get a discount
You can receive a 5% discount for each of the following risk-reduction strategies to a maximum of a 40% discount.
If your venue supports original, local live music, you may qualify for a discount.
Read more about the guidelines for live music venues on the musicNT website.
Installing and maintaining security cameras and ensuring footage is accessible to police and liquor inspectors can reduce your fee.
Find out more about security camera requirements and record keeping.
Employing security or crowd controllers shows a commitment to ongoing safety and can earn a discount.
Installing an ID scanner to verify customers ages and identities at entry points can help reduce risks and lower your licence fee.
Being an active member of a liquor industry association that enforces a code of conduct can qualify your venue for a discount, such as Hospitality NT.
If your business is a member of a local liquor accord (LLA), which promotes responsible service practices in your area, you can receive a discount.
If your venue is involved in the Good Sports program or a similar initiative promoting responsible alcohol service, you may be eligible for a discount.
Find out more on the Good Sports website.
Avoiding breaches of liquor laws and demonstrating responsible alcohol management will help keep your fees lower.