Media jumps gun on lockout review

Kings Cross, circa 1935 – Ted Hood. Image courtesy New South Wales State LibraryLast week mainstream media incited another round of liquor industry bashing, after the mis-quoting of a routine announcement by the NSW Premier’s office. The statutory review of

Patron bans in WA herald improved personal accountability

The diligence of the West Australian Department of Racing, Gaming and Liquor has seen an increase in pub patron barring notices and “improved behaviour of patrons in licensed premises”. The WA DRGL reported that efforts to crack down on alcohol-fuelled