Apply for a single event permit in Nhulunbuy

If you want to buy alcohol for a private event in Nhulunbuy, you can apply for a single event permit.

This permit lets you buy more alcohol than your daily limits under the Gove Peninsula liquor permit tiered system.

Who can apply

To apply for a single event permit, you must:

• live in Nhulunbuy
• hold a current liquor permit for the Gove Peninsula
• be the host of the event.

Types of events

This permit is for events on private property or hosted by individuals at non-licensed venues. For example, a club house, recreation centre or a hall.

Examples include:

• wedding reception
• birthday
• anniversary
• engagement.

You can't apply for this permit if the event is ticketed or guests have to pay a fee to attend.

Before you apply

You must apply at least 2 weeks before the event and include all supporting documents.

Any missing or incomplete information may cause a delay in processing your application.

You should only pre-order alcohol once your application is approved.

How to apply

To apply for a single event permit, follow these steps:

Step 1. Fill in the liquor permit application for a single event in Gove Peninsula.

Application for a liquor permit for a single event in Gove Peninsula PDF (202.4 KB)
Application for a liquor permit for a single event in Gove Peninsula DOCX (70.1 KB)

Step 2. Attach supporting documents.

You must include the following with your application:

• proof of your event such as invitations
• any previous approvals.

Step 3. Submit your form and supporting documents by emailing  liquorpermits.DITT@nt.gov.au.

After you apply

Your application will be reviewed by the following:

• local permit committee
• NT Police
• Licensing NT.

If you're successful

If your application is approved, you'll get a permit that you can use for up to 3 days which includes the day of the event.

Only the person who applied for the permit can buy or collect the alcohol.

If you're not successful

If your application is refused, you can a request a review of the decision by emailing DirectorLiquorLicensing.DITT@nt.gov.au.

You will need to:

• clearly state why the reasons need a review and
• supply any additional supporting documents which may help with your application being re-assessed.

Storing leftover alcohol

If you have any leftover alcohol, you must tell police within 7 days after the event. This includes how you will store the alcohol at your premises.

Cancelling your event

If you cancel your event, you must email liquorpermits.ditt@nt.gov.au.

Failure to notify and cancel your permit might affect your future applications.