The bylaw, controls the consumption, bringing into, or possession of alcohol in public places.

An alcohol control bylaw is generally considered to be an effective regulatory tool to help the Council and Police promote and maintain public health and safety.

The bylaw controls for temporary special events in public places. It enables Council to establish alcohol ban areas in future by resolution where criteria is met.

You can find the information on the bylaw here:

• Engagement material presented to the public before the bylaw was adopted
• 1 July Council meeting agenda. The report on the bylaw is between pages 21 and 66
• Bylaw section of the website