OLGR is reviewing its regulatory framework for noise management and is seeking your input. The survey is open now until 11:45pm Sunday 31 August 2025.
What’s the review about?
Under the Liquor Act 1992, the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation (OLGR) regulates noise from licensed premises—this includes entertainment and patron noise. OLGR is reviewing its regulatory guidelines and framework for noise management — and is seeking your input.
Please note entertainment noise from venues within special entertainment precincts is regulated by local councils.
What are the objectives of the review?
OLGR will be updating its noise complaint management model to:
- Introduce a minimum complaint threshold prior to formal OLGR compliance action.
- Require complainants to directly engage with the venue in the first instance to try and resolve the complaint.
- Strengthen order of occupancy considerations.
We’re considering:
- A principle-based, risk-focused approachthat delivers public value and benefits to government, community and industry, and supports a vibrant night-life economy.
- Whether these current noise-related guidelines are still effective:
How you can help
Complete the survey to share your thoughts and insights:
- It’s voluntary but must be completed in one session.
- Time required depends on how much information you’d like to provide.
- You can view the questions here.
- The survey is open now until 11:45pm Sunday 31 August 2025.
- You can access the survey here.
- If you are an industry body, we encourage you to share this survey with your members for their participation also.
Got questions or feedback?
Contact:
Sue Hayes
Principal Analyst – Projects, Strategic Compliance Programs
PH:(07) 3738 8409
Glenn Tathem
Manager Strategic Compliance Programs
PH: 0402 306 640
E:olgrstrategicprograms@justice.qld.gov.au