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Scott’s Spot Hello all and welcome to the April edition of Scott’s Spot. This month’s edition will cover the usual short stories, photos and random observations over the last month. After sharing the story of Steph and Bach Tran of The Lord Melbourne Hotel and the overwhelming feedback that was received, this will now be a regular component. Michele and Steve Wade publicans at the Bridge Hotel, Langhorne Creek will be featured this month. At the time of writing, restrictions are set to ease in time for the Easter long weekend which is a fantastic result for our members, understanding that there is still a way to go. I was about to walk into an unnamed venue when the member update came through. As this came as a total surprise to me, I rushed to share this positive news with the Venue Manager. Now, after announcing the news, the response that followed gave me goosebumps with a double fist to the bar three times crying out “yes, yes, yes” (not joking). Walking out, the Diner scene from the movie, When Harry Met Sally came to me with the scene ending with a lady on the next table asking “I’ll have what she’s having”. Had a chuckle to myself imagining this reaction across the state from our members. Wanted to share a photo that was posted on the Paringa Hotel Motel FB page that came up on my timeline. Good, old fashioned feedback which pricked my attention! Well done guys.
licence (phone, mail and internet orders by delivery only) had set up a “pop up” stall, selling wines by the six pack. Their licence was sought and it was explained to them that what they were doing was not authorised by the terms of their licence. SAPOL Licensing Enforcement Branch also attended (after Gary and Didier), and the stall was dismantled. AHA|SA understands that the vendors were formally interviewed by SAPOL.
My mate Frank at the Tailem Bend pretending to buy me a beer. Just joking of course Frank!
While we at the AHA|SA have no disciplinary or enforcement powers, we are always looking for ways to protect the interests of our members and to ensure that the public policy of harm minimisation is maintained at all times. This cannot occur if people operate outside the terms of their licence.
Chevy, Lesley and Chris, German Arms, Hahndorf.
I managed to grab a photo of the guys out in the car park upon their return. They were more than happy to pose for the camera! Keith at the Commercial in Morgan.
REGIONAL MEETINGS The Regionals continue to roll on with a big thanks to the spectacularly renovated Loxton Hotel for hosting the event. The sports bar should be completed by winter so look out for full photo spread in the coming months.
Phil from the Terminus in Morgan.
Andrew striking a pose at the Mawson Lakes.
AHA OFFICE NEWS Following a call from a member regarding the sale of liquor in a public mall, the AHA|SA’s Gary and Didier decided to investigate the situation. It transpired that two people who held a direct sales
On the right are a few quick snaps over the last few weeks. Until next month, bye for now.
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Joanne at the picturesque Sandy Creek Hotel.
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