Alcohol Free Zones

The principal objective of an Alcohol Free Zone is to prevent disorderly behaviour caused by the consumption of alcohol in public areas to improve public safety. Alcohol Free Zones can only be established by Councils in accordance with Ministerial Guidelines and the Local Government Act, and under consultation and endorsement by Police. All Alcohol Free Zones in the Camden Local Government Area have been established in adherence with this process. Current Alcohol Free Zones are established for a period of four years. Alcohol Free Zones are enforced by Police. Any person observed to be drinking in an Alcohol Free Zone may have the alcohol in their possession immediately seized and tipped out or otherwise disposed of.

There is evidence that when Alcohol Free Zones are established in appropriate areas and operated with the required level of resources to enforce the zones that they are an effective tool in assisting Police and Council manage public safety.

To view maps of established Alcohol Free Zones, click on the below links:

Camden Town Centre

Any new Alcohol Free Zones need to undergo a consultation process. To request establishment of a new Alcohol Free Zone, please email: mail@camden.nsw.gov.au