Wellington bar licence suspended over discounted drinks advertisement
Tuesday 29 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Wellington City Council, Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority
The Residence Bar on Courtenay Place has been ordered to close for 48 hours. The suspension follows a sign offering two-for-one drinks, which breached laws against advertising alcohol at more than 25% below its normal price. The owner described the incident as an honest mistake.