The impact of the restrictions will be reviewed again in 12 months, to determine their effectiveness.

The decision means that liquor licence holders will not be able to sell takeaway liquor before midday, with sales of takeaway liquor limited to one purchase, per person, per day of the daily limits that apply.

Director of Regulation and Advice with Consumer and Business Services, Fraser Stroud, said feedback from local business groups, community groups, authorities and local health services was considered and taken into account in making the decision.