Yesterday’s report released from the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) showing that there has been a statistically significant increase in assaults in areas next to or within easy reach of the lockout areas is being hailed as a win for those who argued that the lockouts would only displace the violence. However, it is now more … [Read more...]
Goodnight Sydney Or: 7 Things We Can Do To Beat The Lockouts And Lead The World In Alcohol Service Hospitality
There's a better way to do things than the lockout laws that's a win for business, a win for patrons, a win for the community and therefore a win for the authorities too. The lockout laws and the accompanying restrictions on trade e.g. no shots after midnight, were a mistake, an overreaction and a knee jerk reaction that are now at risk of … [Read more...]
Compromise Key to Unlock Sydney’s Nights
By Sam Coffey As an Australian the adoption of the Sydney lock out laws and increased restrictions on licensed venues are disappointing as they symbolise a “can’t do” attitude rather than an “Aussie can do” one. Our iconic “no worries” attitude was not on display when it came to sorting this out with an eye on giving everyone involved a “fair … [Read more...]