Signs to display where customers buy alcohol

By law, you must display certain signs (posters) at your licensed venue or location.

We can fine you more than $1,000 if you do not display the correct signs in the correct way (section 102 of the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998).

You can also explore our full range of optional signs.

Which signs you need

Regularly check you are displaying the most up-to-date signs.

Signs can change for many reasons, including if fine amounts change. To stay informed, subscribe to our industry newsletter.

Check the poster's keycode (bottom left corner) matches the one listed here.

How to print your signs

You must print your signs:

• from the version you downloaded here (no changes allowed)
• in colour on A4 paper (210 x 297mm)
• so they are clear, not blurry or low resolution, with high enough quality that liquor inspectors can easily see the sign's keycode.

It's not a requirement, but we suggest using heavier paper stock (120-200gsm) so the poster lasts longer.

How to display your signs

You can be fined if you do not display your signs correctly.

To stay compliant:

• display your signs so your customers can easily see them, such as behind the bar at eye level
• if you frame the sign, make sure the frame does not hide any of the wording or imagery
• make sure the poster is printed straight (not crooked)
• make sure it's printed clearly, not blurry or low resolution.

You can laminate the sign if you want.

Optional signs

These signs are optional. If you want, we can post you a printed copy. Email your request to contact@liquor.vic.gov.au.

Sign	Who it's for
	Restaurant and cafe licence. Optional signage Takeaway alcohol with food PDF 745.07 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licence with delivery conditions. Optional signage Delivering liquor PDF 2.17 MB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage Need a lift PDF 143.14 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage Don't abuse staff PDF 4.89 MB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues that allow customers to drink on-site. Optional signage Free water available PDF 4.09 MB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage Supply liquor to under 18s is illegal a4 PDF 1.46 MB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage Under 25 we will ask you for ID PDF 91.86 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage Barring powers PDF 30.84 KB (opens in a new window)
	To display in your staff room, kitchen, training room or other areas where staff will see it. Optional signage RSA principles PDF 42.57 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues or locations, to help identify areas where customers cannot take alcohol. Optional signage Warning No alcohol past this point PDF 175.24 KB (opens in a new window)
	Club licences that require guests to sign in. Optional signage Signing in PDF 756.13 KB (opens in a new window)
	Club licences. Optional signage Our club is liquor licence ready PDF 402.93 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues. Optional signage Prevent drink spiking PDF 683.98 KB (opens in a new window) Optional signage Prevent drink spiking for staff PDF 206.62 KB (opens in a new window)
	For staff of licensed venues and locations, to display in your staff room, kitchen, training room or other areas where staff will see it. What to do when someone has been spiked PDF 1.15 MB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage Approved forms of ID PDF 1.48 MB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage DirectLine PDF 678.55 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage - Never ok to disrespect our staff PDF 1005.92 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage - Feeling uncomfortable speak to staff PDF 107.62 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage - Zero tolerance for bad behaviour PDF 624.26 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Sexual violence - Optional step by step guides for staff PDF 354.5 KB (opens in a new window)
	Licensed venues and locations. Optional signage - Under 18s cannot select or purchase alcohol PDF 911.97 KB (opens in a new window)

Social media tiles to share

We have created social media tiles that you can use to promote positive behaviour at your store or venue. Download and share them on your channels.

Tile 1: Feeling uncomfortable? Speak to our staff – they’re here to help

Download social media tile: Feeling uncomfortable | 1080 x 1080 (264.41 KB)

Suggested copy:

Feeling uncomfortable? Speak to our staff – they’re here to help.

If something doesn’t feel right, speak to any staff member.

Our team is here to help keep you safe in our venue.

Tile 2: Our staff are trained to recognise, prevent and respond to sexual violence

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Suggested copy:

Speak to our staff if you experience any kind of sexual harassment or assault.

They know how to report and respond to incidents of sexual violence and can help keep you safe.

Tile 3: We do not tolerate bad behaviour at this venue

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Suggested copy:

Our venue has zero tolerance for bad behaviour.

If you are acting in a way that puts other customers or our staff at risk, you will be asked to leave immediately.