Changes to alcohol sales on restricted trading days

Parliament has changed the law regarding the sale of alcohol by on-licences, cellar doors and RSAs on restricted trading days.

The Sale and Supply of Alcohol (Sales on Anzac Day morning, Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day) Amendment Act 2026 came into force from 3 April 2026.

Download an explainer [PDF, 209 KB] that provides further information about the law change.

Licensees may wish to seek independent legal advice as a Local Alcohol Plan (LAP) or other specific licence conditions may affect what they can or cannot do on a restricted trading day.

Further information about the Amendment Act, including links to the Justice Committee report, submissions and amendments, is available on Parliament’s website.