Interview
As part of the assessment process, we will conduct an interview with you. This interview will usually be conducted over the phone and is designed to assess your skills, knowledge, competency and experience, in relation to the sale of liquor.
Before we speak to you, you should understand what obligations a licensee has. You should have a good understanding of the Act, regulations and the guides and fact sheets we produce.
Public Notice of your application
When your application is ready to progress, you will be required to provide public notice of your application in your local newspaper and at the premises.
Interested parties may provide a written submission (within 14 days of advertising) either supporting or objecting to your application. If an objection is received, you will be provided with an opportunity to respond.
Assessment time
If you provide us with a complete application, we aim to advise you of the outcome of your application within 4 - 6 weeks. In some cases, it may take longer.
A complete application contains:
- a fully completed application form;
- the application fee; and
- all required supporting information (as outlined in the application form).
The application process may take longer if:
- your application is incomplete, and we need to follow up with you;
- the Commissioner requires additional information to properly consider your application;
- an objection to your application is received;
- the Commissioner refers your application to the Tasmanian Liquor and Gaming Commission for determination; or
- an extended public holiday period is approaching.
If the Commissioner is satisfied that you are qualified to hold a licence and that the application is in the best interest of the community, they will grant the licence. Should the Commissioner choose to refer the matter to the Commission, you will be informed.