On 24 December 2025, Council provided public notice that a Statement of Proposal in relation to a Proposed Alcohol Restriction Bylaw was available. The public notice provides information about how the public can acquire information about the proposal and make a submission.
The Local Government Act enables Council to develop a bylaw to regulate the consumption, possession and bringing of alcohol into public places.
The Alcohol Control Bylaw 2018 was revoked July 2025, and a new Alcohol Restriction Bylaw 2026 has been proposed.
The statement of proposal and a copy of the proposed Alcohol Restriction Bylaw can be viewed at the Customer Service area at Westland District Council or by accessing them online at:
Have your sayÂ
Individuals, organisations, and businesses can participate in the survey. The more people who participate, the more information we gather - the better we can plan. It is a fantastic chance for people coast-wide to bring in their voice right from the get-go.
Send us your submission by completing the form below.
Closing date for submissions is 30 January 2026.
Proposed hearing date is 18 February 2026
