Laws reinstating alcohol bans in town camps, Aboriginal remote communities pass Northern Territory parliament
Feb 15, 2023
Laws reinstating Aboriginal community alcohol bans have passed Northern Territory parliament following a frenzied national debate, and months after they abruptly lapsed despite the protests of leading Aboriginal voices and services.
The legislation passed parliament on Tuesday night only hours after it was introduced and is expected to take effect by the end of the week.
It will mean takeaway alcohol is again prohibited in the Aboriginal town camps or remote communities that were made dry as part of the 2007 Intervention.
Communities will be able to apply to change or exit the restrictions if a majority of residents agree on a plan that is then approved by the government.
