Popular Braddon bar Assembly will not be able to serve alcohol for today Friday 14 April, after they were found to have breached liquor laws.

On 7 December 2022, the Commissioner for Fair Trading filed an action after the venue failed to report incidents as required, comply with licence conditions and apply its risk assessment management plan.

As a result Assembly has been hit with a number of punishments, including a public reprimand, a $9,000 fine and temporary licence suspension for 24 hours. They must also issue a public apology for the breaches.

Mr Josh Rynehart, Executive Branch Manager, Fair Trading and Compliance, said the ACT Government was committed to ensuring public safety in and around licenced venues.

“This outcome is a timely reminder to all licensees that we are continuing to closely monitor the conduct of the industry,” Mr Rynehart said.

“A venue’s Risk Assessment Management Plan (RAMP) seeks to minimise the harm associated with the sale of liquor and supports community safety. Licensees must follow their RAMP as it sets out how a licensee will manage their venue and the risks connected with the supply of liquor.

“Access Canberra inspectors and ACT Policing will continue to be out and about to ensure licensees understand and are complying with their obligations under the Liquor Act.”