<div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>There's no denying many </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national" rel="" target="" title="Australians "><span>Australians</span></a><span> jump at the chance to share a </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/alcohol" rel="" target="" title="drink"><span>drink</span></a><span> with friends and family during a leisurely </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/public-holidays" rel="" target="" title="public holiday"><span>public holiday</span></a><span>.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>But Australia's tight liquor trading laws heavily restrict what can and can't be sold over the Easter long weekend.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Good Friday and the Easter weekend are some of the only days of the year that have specific restrictions on alcohol sales.</span></div></div><div><div id="adspot-mobile-medium"></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>If you're wondering what your options are ahead of, or during Easter, here's a state-by-guide to alcohol laws across the weekend.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span> </span><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/easter-long-weekend-2026-whats-open-good-friday-trading-hours-coles-woolworths-aldi-explainer/066401e6-3e49-4175-9439-4da38006d30c" target="_blank"><strong><span>Easter trading hours 2026: When shops are open this long weekend</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>NSW</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>It is prohibited to purchase alcohol takeaway on Good Friday in NSW, so most liquor retail outlets will be closed.</span></div></div><div><div class="OUTBRAIN" data-reactroot="" data-src="//www.9news.com.au/national/easter-long-weekend-2026-can-you-buy-alcohol-good-friday-easter-sunday-explainer/e5c294d8-14d6-4ed9-a202-6bf24ab83e92" data-widget-id="AR_5"></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Most licensed premises will offer drinks in-house on Good Friday, though for some you may need to sit down with a meal.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Saturday will see regular trading hours for licensed premises and retail outlets.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>On Easter Sunday, normal trading hours resume for licensed premises but most retail outlets will be restricted again and closed.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>Victoria</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The rules in Victoria are similar to those in NSW, with all bottle shops closed tomorrow.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>On-premises purchases are allowed and will be offered at venues, restaurants and cafes.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Venues are generally allowed to start serving from noon, but if your local go-to is a brewery or a distiller, you can head over at 10am.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>It's safe to say regular trading hours will resume Easter Saturday and Sunday - </span><a href="https://www.vic.gov.au/public-holiday-trading-licensed-premises" rel="" target="_blank" title="Victoria's liquor laws"><span>Victoria's liquor laws</span></a><span> don't mention any particular restrictions.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>Queensland</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Similar to Victoria, Good Friday affects trading hours of licensed premises in Queensland.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Takeaway alcohol can't be sold, so retail outlets will be closed.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>You can buy drinks at venues from 10am to midnight, but only with a sit-down meal.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/easter-long-weekend-weather-forecast-2026-state-by-state-guide-australia/35471784-43c5-43a1-9d42-01526b788a80" target="_blank"><strong><span>Easter long weekend weather forecast: The states and territories set for a drenching</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>But beware - this is only permitted for substantial meals, roast beef with vegetables, lasagna, a stir-fry or a curry with rice, as per the state government's website.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>You won't be served alcohol if you only order light snacks like hot chips, an entree or a kid's meal.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Furthermore, you'll only be served alcohol one hour before and after your meal - so keep an eye on the time.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Regular trading hours resume Easter Saturday, Sunday and Monday.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/easter-public-holiday-2026-dates-australia-explainer/a0cd0bb9-0bff-41a3-a412-6c13f9c2de94" target="_blank"><strong><span>The Easter long weekend is almost here - but not all Aussies get the same public holidays</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>South Australia</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>South Australia had all alcohol sale restrictions lifted after legal reforms several years ago.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>That means there's no restrictions on the sale of alcohol on Good Friday, and for the rest of the weekend.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Venues can choose to be open over the weekend for purchases and takeaways.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Some liquor stores will be open all weekend, while others will close to observe the Easter publi holidays.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>Western Australia</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Liquor stores will be closed on Good Friday in Western Australia.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>However, people will be allowed to have a Good Friday drink with a meal in most clubs, hotels, pubs, and restaurants.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Clubs will remain open until 3am.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Regular trading hours resume for the rest of the weekend.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/double-demerits-dates-2026-easter-long-weekend-state-by-state-penalties-fines/c3cd9f28-121f-48bb-a11c-fb84fb9f9ed7" target="_blank"><strong><span>All the roads where double demerits don't apply this Easter long weekend</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>Northern Territory</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Takeaway sales are restricted on Good Friday.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>You can still buy drinks at venues like restaurants, bars and clubs between 11am to 9pm so long as you buy a full, sit-down meal as well.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>No finger foods, sandwiches and pies for those bargaining for a drink too - the territory's website says.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>Australian Capital Territory</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The ACT doesn't have any restrictions on alcohol sales or trading hours on Good Friday.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Despite this, many liquor retailers are still choosing to close, including Liquorland, BWS and Dan Murphy's.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>They'll reopen for the rest of the long weekend across the territory.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><span>Tasmania</span></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Tasmania remains much the same with no restrictions on sales or trading hours over the long weekend.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>But again, most retail stores will shut their doors on Good Friday, outside of select Liquorland stores.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><em><span>NEVER MISS A STORY:</span></em></strong><span> </span><strong><em><span>Get your breaking news and exclusive stories first by following us across all platforms.</span></em></strong></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><ul><li><strong><em><span>Download the 9NEWS App here via</span></em></strong><span> </span><a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/9news/id1010533727" target="_blank"><strong><em><span>Apple</span></em></strong></a><span> </span><strong><em><span>and</span></em></strong><span> </span><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nineNewsAlerts.nine.com&amp;hl=en_AU&amp;pli=1" target="_blank"><strong><em><span>Google Play</span></em></strong></a></li><li><strong><em><span>Make 9News your preferred source on Google by</span></em></strong><span> </span><a href="https://9.nine.com.au/8x987w" target="_blank"><strong><em><span>ticking this box here</span></em></strong></a></li><li><strong><em><span>Sign up to</span></em></strong><span> </span><a href="https://login.nine.com.au/edm?client_id=nineatnine" target="_blank"><strong><em><span>our breaking newsletter here</span></em></strong></a></li></ul></div></div>