If you want to sell or supply alcohol in the Taupō District, you must have a current alcohol licence. The type of business or activity you're running will determine the type of alcohol licence needed.
There are four types of licence:
If you're taking over a business already licenced to sell alcohol, you need a Temporary Authority (short-term licence) to keep selling alcohol while you apply for your own on-licence or off-licence.
Whatever licence you have, you need to understand the specific rules and obligations required of you, while demonstrating you can responsibly manage a licensed premises.