NT chief minister Natasha Fyles says ballots in communities on alcohol bans an option, as regional controller hands down report on crisis
, says he will act “as soon as possible” after receiving a highly anticipated report on alcohol restrictions and ongoing unrest in Alice Springs.
“There aren’t easy off-the-shelf solutions. It’s not just about alcohol. It’s about employment. It’s about service delivery. It’s about getting staff on the ground.” But he added that if there are immediate recommendations to implement, then “I’m certainly up for it.”In the past 48 hours, NT police say thy have seen a reduction in reported anti-social behaviour and domestic violence incidents.
He said this meant police had been able to do more “proactive patrols” including monitoring compliance in licensed premises.Fyles said reinstating widespread liquor bans was “on the table”, but these would still be a short-term solution, not the long-term measures that are needed.
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