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The Queensland Government is in a caretaker period until after the state election. Minimal updates will be made to this site until after the election results are declared.

Community alcohol restrictions

Alcohol restrictions in Queensland communities

Aurukun
Cherbourg
Doomadgee
Hope Vale
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Travelling in alcohol restricted areas

There are alcohol restrictions in 15 communities across Queensland, which ban or limit the amount and type of alcohol you can take into a community.

Fines and penalties

It is against the law to go into a restricted area with more alcohol than the carriage limit. Fines and penalties apply.

Dry places

A 'dry place' is a house where no alcohol is allowed. You can apply to make your house a dry place in some Queensland communities