Hotel and hospitality venues reminded to help keep schoolies safe

Hotel and hospitality venues reminded to help keep schoolies safe

Liquor & Gaming NSW inspectors will visit venues in traditional ‘Schoolies’ areas in the coming weeks to ensure they comply with responsible service of alcohol (RSA) requirements.

Liquor & Gaming NSW Executive Director Regulatory Operations Jane Lin said with annual Schoolies celebrations approaching, venues are reminded to keep safety top of mind and properly manage risks such as minors accessing alcohol.

“Our inspectors will be carrying out covert checks in the traditional Schoolies areas including Byron Bay and the Central Coast,” Lin said.

“It is important for venues to be aware of checking IDs of young people, being alert to fake IDs, making sure over 18s are not buying alcohol for minors, and being mindful of the effects of alcohol on inexperienced drinkers.”

Lin said while Schoolies was an exciting rite of passage for youngsters, it can be an anxious time for parents concerned about drinking and safety.

“The end of Year 12 and the HSC is an exciting time for young people and their families,” she said.

“The Liquor & Gaming NSW website offers tips for parents to share with their teenagers on how to stay safe during Schoolies celebrations and beyond.

“This includes information about underage drinking laws, proof of age, standard drink and alcohol guidelines, as well as safer drinking behaviours, drink spiking and personal safety.

Lin encouraged young people to enjoy themselves but to remember to act responsibly.

“If you choose to drink alcohol, then do so responsibly, and don’t drink so much that you jeopardise your safety and risk becoming involved in violence.

“Look out for your mates, especially if they’ve had too much to drink, don’t get upset if venue staff ask for your ID (anyone who appears to be under 25 may be asked), and never buy alcohol for minors – even if they’re your friends.”

Email the Travel Weekly team at traveldesk@travelweekly.com.au

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