Events involving alcohol on the ANU Acton campus must be approved through the FoC process.
Applications should be submitted at least 21 days before the event to allow sufficient time for assessment and, where required, liquor permit approval.
All functions on ANU Acton Campus with liquor must be submitted via FOC Internal Application (ANU staff and students) or a FoC External form (external applicants) to the FoC team for review and approval. This ensures the safe, legal supply and consumption of liquor for all staff, students and attendees to our campus.
ANU Staff Function - Liquor Authorisation
A staff function (where liquor is supplied by staff) will not require a liquor permit. The ANU Liquor Statute allows staff to hold events with liquor with the written approval of the Chief Campus Environment Officer, Campus Environment. The approval is provided through the FoC Application.
Staff functions where liquor is supplied by external parties will require a temporary liquor permit issued through Access Canberra.
Access Canberra – Liquor Permit
A temporary liquor permit issued through Access Canberra will be required if your Function meets one of the below following criteria:
- If liquor is supplied by a third-party provider. The liquor permit application should be submitted directly to Access Canberra by the third-party.
- All student Functions (unless the event is held at a licensed venue).
- Residential Hall Functions where liquor is served outside of the bar or licensed area.
- All externally organised functions.
Applications to Access Canberra should be submitted at least 21 days prior to the function date. The FoC application should be submitted concurrently with the permit application to allow sufficient time for FoC to provide supporting documentation to Access Canberra.
Once the FoC application is approved, ANU will issue an authorisation letter directly to Access Canberra to support the liquor permit request.
Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
Staff serving alcohol at the function must hold a valid RSA certification. It is recommended to have one RSA-certified staff member for every 50 attendees. The function organiser is responsible for ensuring all RSA certifications are up to date.
BYO (bring your own) Alcohol Function
Please note that BYO alcohol functions are not permitted on the ANU Acton campus.
Liquor Health and Safety Concerns?
There are many services available for individuals looking for information on the safe consumption of liquor, as well as health and support services for excessive liquor consumption.
Resources: How Much alcohol is safe to drink?
Support Services: National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline (free call and confidential) 1800 250 015
ANU Support services for students
Noise
Do I need a noise permit for my event?
Most functions will not require a noise permit. However, you will still need to consider how your function will impact neighbouring residences and buildings.
Please refer to guidelines on the Access Canberra homepage noise thresholds regarding noise thresholds and functions.
Film screenings
If your function includes a film screening, a screening licence is required. The function organiser is responsible for ensuring all film screenings comply with the relevant legislation.
Further information regarding film screening can be found at Roadshow and Amalgamated Movies.