Nov 2020: Farewell Message

This will be my last message to Queensland hoteliers. After working in the liquor and gaming regulatory space for over 26 years, I have decided the time has come to move on to other things. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time working as a regulator in this industry....

July: Update from the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation

With stage 3 restrictions now in force, I would like to thank hotel licensees for their efforts to adhere to the requirements mandated by Queensland’s Chief Health Officer (CHO). I know it has been a challenge adjusting to the ‘new normal’ of restrictions, while at...

Update from the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation

After what I consider to be the most challenging months for the industry I have ever seen, we are now embarking on the first steps towards recovery. Although the easing of restrictions is limited and will proceed incrementally in stages, it is with a sense of relief...