Gisborne hospitality venues welcome proposed alcohol licensing reforms

Local Democracy Reporter·Gisborne Herald·21 Sep, 2026 04:00 AM4 mins to read‌The owner of Kaiti Red Door Liquor, based at Gisborne's Kaiti Mall, was hopeful alcohol licensing changes would benefit on and off-licenses. Photo / James PocockGisborne venues have welcomed proposed alcohol licensing changes, with one bottle store owner hoping the updates could benefit off-licence premises too.A Ministry of Regulation review of hospitality found licensing timeframes, information requirements and planning requirements were inconsistent and, in some cases, costly. The report provided nine recommendations to improve