Renew your manager's certificate
If you are applying for an On, Off or Club alcohol licence, you must have a certified Duty Manager who has both a Licence Controller Qualification and a Manager’s Certificate.
Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ)
To apply for or renew a Manager's Certificate, a Licence Controller qualification must be held.
- The Licence Controller qualification covers two unit standards. Successfully completing these unit standards demonstrates knowledge of:
- The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and its implications for licensed premises.
- Host responsibility requirements as a duty manager of licensed premises.
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Apply for a certificate
To apply for a Manager’s Certificate you must:
- Have a Licence Controller Qualification.
- Be 20 years or older.
- Have at least six months full-time experience working in a licensed premises selling alcohol in New Zealand.
Complete renewal form
Complete the renewal of manager's certificate application form here and submit it to us.
You must include the following:
- A copy of your existing Manager's Certificate
- A copy of your Licence Controller Qualification
- If applicable, a copy of your Licence Controller Qualification Bridging Test certificate (if your Licence Controller Qualification refers to the 1989 Act).
Pay application fee
An application fee of $316.25 (includes GST) applies.
Submit application and fee
You can submit your application and application fee, by post, email or in person.
Applications can be posted to:
Far North District Council
District Licensing Committee
Attention: Secretary
Private Bag 752
Kaikohe, 0440
Send us an email:
Applications can be dropped off at any Council Office or Service Centre.
Pay by cash, eftpos or credit card.