September 13 Council elections key to success of new NSW Liquor Laws.

As NSW Residents prepare to vote in September to elect their local council, you should be aware that local councils have an important role to play in the operation of the NSW liquor laws.

Decisions made on development approvals under the planning laws for licensed venues will affect the outcome of liquor licensing applications. Councils can also play a role in noise and amenity complaints processes and determining trading hours for small bars.

Raise the Bar campaign strategist John Wardle is standing for election to the City of Sydney Council in the Clover Moore Independent Team alongside reform advocates Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore MP and Councillor John McInerney. These three candidates played important roles in the development of the new Liquor laws, with John Wardle and Clr John McInerney also strong advocates for reforms to the NSW planning laws to encourage more live music and entertainment - particularly venues that encourage grass roots creative activity, and provide opportunities for local artists.

We encourage you to consider this issue as you cast your vote in your electorate on September 13 in Local Government Elections.

Cheers,
Raise the Bar.

For more information on the elections, visit http://www.elections.nsw.gov.au

If you would like more information about the Clover Moore Independent Team, visit
http://www.clovermooreindependentteam.com