Application for Renewal of Manager's Certificate

A Manager’s Certificate authorises the holder to manage licensed premises. An application is made under section 219 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

To renew your Manager's Certificate you must:

  • have a current Manager's Certificate; and
  • be currently employed as a duty manager or provide details of your recent experience in, or plans to return to, a manager role.

Please note: We must receive your completed application and payment before your current certificate expires. 

Apply online

Step 1.Have your electronic documents ready

These include:

  • an electronic copy of your current Manager's Certificate;
  • an electronic copy of your Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) certificate; 
  • an electronic copy of photo identification (current passport or drivers licence); and
  • an electronic copy of your work visa, if applicable.

Step 2.Apply and pay online

Complete and submit this application form and pay the associated fee. Payment can be made at the time of applying by Credit / Debit Card or POLi, or after applying in person.

Apply Online.

Apply in person

Step 1.Download and complete the application form

Renewal of Manager's Certificate Application Form (Print Version)(PDF, 2MB)

Step 2.Bring in your application form and relevant documents

These include:

  • a copy of your Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) certificate;
  • a copy of photo identification (current passport or drivers licence);
  • a copy of a letter from your current employer confirming you work in the industry; and
  • copies of two (2) letters from character referees.

You can pay by cash or EFTPOS at any Horowhenua District Council office.

Step 3.Visit your nearest Council Office

Pop into your nearest Council office:

  • Levin (Main Office), 126 Oxford Street Levin, open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (except Wednesdays) and 9.30am to 5pm Wednesday. Closed on weekends and public holidays.
  • Foxton Service Centre, 92 Main Street, Foxton, open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 4pm Saturday to Sunday (hours may differ on public holidays).
  • Shannon Service Centre, Plimmer Terrace, Shannon, open 10am to 12 noon and 1pm to 5pm Monday to Friday, Saturday only 10am to 12 noon.

Once your application has been received (and matched with your payment) it will be sent to the following agencies to enquire into and report on:

  • Council’s Alcohol Licensing Inspector
  • NZ Police (local branch).

Please note that the statutory timeframe allowed for the processing of applications is 20 working days.

Your application and reports from the agencies involved will be passed on to the Horowhenua District Licensing Committee (DLC) to make a decision whether to grant the renewal of your manager’s certificate. If there's no opposition to your application you will be notified that the manager’s certificate has been granted. If there are any objections or opposition to your application, you'll be asked to attend a public hearing before the DLC.

Please note that the statutory timeframe allowed for the processing of applications is 20 working days once payment has been received.

If you're applying to renew your Manager's Certificate and your current certificate has already expired, you'll need to apply for a New Manager's Certificate.

Contact Us

Phone

(06) 366 0999

Email

enquiries@horowhenua.govt.nz

Location

Horowhenua District Council
126 Oxford Street
Levin
5510
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