COTA SA welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the draft Liquor Licensing (Miscellaneous) Amendment Bill 2024. As an organisation dedicated to representing the rights, interests, and futures of approximately 700,000 older South Australians, we are committed to ensuring that legislative reforms consider the diverse needs of our ageing population.

We commend the State Government's initiative to review the Liquor Licensing Act 1997, and to apply a filter addressing various social and public health concerns, including measures against gender-based violence, and protections for individuals vulnerable to alcohol-related harm and gambling-related harm. These objectives align with our commitment to fostering safe and inclusive communities for all South Australians.

In particular, we support the proposed amendments that focus on protecting vulnerable individuals from alcohol-related harm. Allowing individuals to request self-exclusion from certain premises and regulating alcohol delivery times are proactive steps toward reducing harm and promoting personal responsibility. We believe these measures will contribute to safer environments, especially for older adults who may be more susceptible to alcohol-related risks .